St John Ambulance ACT

08/04/2026

Mega March doesn’t even begin to cover it! 💪

Our St John ACT staff and volunteers dug deep this month, putting in the hard yards across Canberra and delivering an incredible level of support to the community.

🎓 Our trainers took 1,075 participants through accredited first aid courses
📍 We provided first aid coverage at 52 events across Canberra
⏱ A massive 1,884 hours were generously provided by our amazing cohort of volunteers
🎉 We were involved in several major and multi‑day events including Skyfire, Kulture Break’s 24‑Hour Movement Challenge and Relay for Life
🚑 We launched our MERT Team (Medical Emergency Response Team), providing additional clinical support at events
💝 Had our first AED & CPR Awareness session at South.Point in Tuggeranong, teaching the public about the importance of early access to CPR and Defibrillation in the event of a cardiac arrest.

From packed crowds to long days and late nights, our teams showed up with professionalism, resilience and kindness.

A huge thank you to everyone who put on their greens in March, your commitment makes a real difference in our community 💚

30/03/2026

A big thank you to the ACT Government for your ongoing support for this vital service (now in its ninth year of service to the community). And of course a big thank you to our staff and volunteers who make this happen every single weekend of every single year

🎉 St John’s CBR Nightcrew contract has been extended! 🚑🌙

This extension reflects our continued investment in services that strengthen safety and wellbeing across our community.

Our Nightcrew provide vital first aid, hydration, safe spaces, and patrols across Civic and Braddon, offering reassurance to our community as they enjoy Canberra’s nightlife—knowing help is on hand if needed.

Nightcrew play a crucial role not only in keeping our nightlife safe, but also in supporting emergency services, strengthening the level of care we can provide to the community.

Between October and December last year, Nightcrew assisted more than 2,000 people, helping to avoid 73 ambulance call‑outs.

Thank you to St John Ambulance for your continued care and commitment to keeping our community safe.

St John Ambulance ACT

13/03/2026

St John Ambulance ACT is on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Senior Training Manager to lead our dynamic training team and help shape the future of first aid and mental health education in the ACT.

If you're a purpose‑driven leader who thrives on building high‑quality training programs, supporting volunteers, and making a real impact in the community - we want to hear from you!

What’s on offer:
✔ Values‑based organisation
✔ Supportive, friendly team
✔ Salary packaging benefits
✔ Free parking
✔ The chance to make a meaningful difference every day

📍 Canberra, ACT
🔗 Apply now: https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/stjohnact/senior-training-manager

Join us and help empower our community with life‑saving skills!

10/03/2026

Today there was a suspected cardiac arrest near the Waramanga Shops. A member of the public grabbed the StreetBeat Defibrillator from the shops and rushed to the scene, alerting Rebecca Amaro, a nurse at Waramanga Medical Centre, who commenced resuscitation as ACT Ambulance arrived and quickly took the patient to Canberra Hospital.

While the defib wasn't used today, it goes to show the critical importance of having them available in the community 24x7, ready to use when an emergency happens.

Service One Community Bank Canberra and Regions Capital Chemist Group

07/03/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible women of St John. The wonderful volunteers, staff and board members who bring compassion and a quiet strength to everything that we do.

With 55.6% of our members identifying as female, women are at the heart of our organisation.

They lift up fellow members, strengthen our community, and help set the standard for care, professionalism, and courage. From providing life‑saving support to guiding new members, from quiet acts of kindness to moments of extraordinary leadership; their impact is felt everywhere.

This International Women’s Day, we honour their dedication, their resilience, and the difference they make every single day.

Thank you to the women of St John ACT for shaping who we are and helping us serve our community with heart. 💚

02/03/2026

February was another chock‑a‑block month at St John ACT! Full of service, skills, and impact.

Our volunteers and trainers were out across Canberra, supporting events and strengthening the capability of our community.

- 960+ people were taught vital first aid skills through our training programs.
- 980+ volunteer hours were dedicated to keeping the community safe at events.
- 24 members completed Stop the Bleed training, building confidence to control severe bleeding in emergencies.
- Our Volunteer Training Group delivered sessions on Mass Casualty Incidents, Triage, and wound care, ensuring our teams stay ready for the moments that matter most.

A huge thank you to every volunteer, trainer, and staff member who helped make February such a strong month. We’re excited to see what exciting things March brings!

10/02/2026

The Canberra Day Appeal has kicked off for another year!

St John ACT are one of the 84 local charities participating in the appeal, thanks to Hands Across Canberra for all your incredible work getting the appeal up and running again this year.

The Canberra Day Appeal is all about coming together to support the charities who support the community of Canberra. We are so fortunate to already be just over halfway to our fundraising goal of $5,000 this year. Any contribution through our fundraising page will go directly to St John ACT, helping to support our efforts in building a safe, more resilient community.

Whether it’s a volunteer providing first aid at a local event, or a parent who is now trained to respond in a crisis after completing a first aid course. Your support makes this possible.

Every donation helps us to train more people in first aid, equip volunteers with essential gear, and deliver education programs that protect the most vulnerable in our community.

You can make a difference using the link below:

https://canberra-day-appeal-2026.raiselysite.com/o/s-john-ambulance-act

05/02/2026

On Tuesday 27th January, St John ACT had the pleasure of presenting a Save a Life Award to Jo Menard.

Jo was on shift as Duty Manager at Canberra Theatre Centre when a patron went into cardiac arrest in the foyer. Jo responded immediately, initaing first aid, calling 000, asking for the AED and administering the first round of shocks. Jo's swift, composed and compassionate response ensured that life-saving first aid was delivered promptly which was instrumental in the care and survival of the patron.

Jo's actions exemplify the values we uphold at the St John and we were honoured to present them with this award.

03/02/2026

What a way to start 2026 ! Our team has kicked off the year with incredible enthusiasm, showing up for our community in every way they can.

The amazing St John ACT volunteers gave 957 hours of their time across 39 events this month. Through hot days, long nights and everything in between, our team showed up in full force (and always with a smile!) to make our community safer.

Some of the events we attend this month included:

- Canberra International Tennis
- Australian of the Year Awards
- Drone Sky Show
- Canberra United vs. Melbourne Victory

Thank you to all our volunteers for your resilience, enthusiasm, and continued dedication to making a difference. What an amazing team! 💚

27/01/2026

The mercury is soaring again this week, Canberra! High Temperatures are expected to persist through until Saturday 31st January.

Stay safe, stay cool, keep hydrated and look out for one another!

If you’re out and about in this hot weather, there are some simple things you can do to beat the heat and protect yourself from heat-related illness: 👉

* Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water 💧
* Slow down on the caffeine, alcohol, and energy drinks - they can dehydrate you ☕
* Wear a hat, sunglasses and light, loose fitting clothing that covers as much skin as possible 😎
* Use SPF 30 (or higher) sunscreen. Put it on 20 minutes before you go outdoors and every two hours afterwards ☀️
* Seek out shade where you can🌳

Take care and be on the lookout for early symptoms of heat-related illness, including headaches, dizziness, fainting, nausea, and vomiting. 🥵

If you or someone in your care becomes very unwell from heat-related illness: 👉

* Call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for 24/7 health advice
* Contact your GP
* In an emergency call triple zero (000) or go to your nearest hospital emergency department.

For more information and advice, visit: www.act.gov.au/health and search ‘summer safety’.

15/01/2026

This month, St John Ambulance Australia is part of the Grill’d Local Matters campaign right across the country! 🍔

For each burger you buy, you’ll receive a token that you can pop into our jar as a vote for St John Ambulance.

Your burger + your token = more community education, more volunteers, and continued care when you need it most.

👉 Head to your local Grill’d, grab your favourite burger, and vote for us today!

06/01/2026

Heatwave conditions are forecast this week, Canberra!

With the mercury tipped to rise well into the 30's, we are encouraging everyone to be smart and stay safe in the heat this week.

💧 Stay hydrated: carry water with you at all times
🚗 Never leave children or pets in parked cars
❄️ Keep the heat out of the house: Use air-conditioning, fans, keep the blinds drawn, take cool showers, wear light natural fabrics
⏰ Plan outdoor time wisely, avoiding the hottest parts of the day. Wear a hat & sunscreen if you do go outside.
⚠️ Watch out for a rash, cramps, dizziness, confusion which are all signs of heat related illness. Contact your a GP or visit a walk-in centre if you are concerned about any symptoms you may be experiencing.
💓 Check in on high-risk groups: the elderly, babies, people with medical conditions, outdoor workers and animals.

Stay safe, stay cool, keep hydrated and look out for each other! 💚