St John Ambulance - Hornsby Division

18/05/2026

National Volunteer Week// This week, we celebrate and thank our incredible volunteers for everything they do.
From the early mornings and late-night finishes, bush bashing alongside the bikes (and the occasional native wildlife encounter), to Marine Rescue training and weekend sporting events spent RICE-ing injuries and applying blister patches at running races. From handing out bandaids at school fetes and ice packs at pole dancing competitions, to supporting the many and varied events at the Easter Show, plus many more —
Thank you for your dedication, compassion, empathy, and unwavering support of our community.
Here’s to the free snags, lifelong friendships, and the vital first aid skills that make a real difference every day.

https://stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteering?srsltid=AfmBOooM_S1ul0oQDlULvB3SAc7sXMkytGOx-ZEg--Q_GXPzAUhopE9E

10/05/2026

Heart Week 4-10 May// Our Adult Volunteer members demonstrate a brief DRSABCD action plan used for medical emergencies.

Book a first aid course to learn more about this and more life saving skills -https://stjohnnsw.com.au/first-aid-courses?srsltid=AfmBOoqi7W10CY6DmCfhoJk5VURyVSiAaZma-QfATrKX08nVA3BJj0GY

Never miss a BEAT!

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-week

https://stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteering?srsltid=AfmBOooM_S1ul0oQDlULvB3SAc7sXMkytGOx-ZEg--Q_GXPzAUhopE9E

06/05/2026

Heart Week 4-10 May// Dr Linda highlights the importance of booking a GP appointment for a Heart health check and what is involved.

Never miss a BEAT!

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-week

https://stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteering?srsltid=AfmBOooM_S1ul0oQDlULvB3SAc7sXMkytGOx-ZEg--Q_GXPzAUhopE9E

04/05/2026

Heart Week 4-10 May// Our Cadets explain that the warning signs and symptoms of heart attack can vary. Symptoms can start suddenly, or develop over time and get progressively worse. People can have just one symptom or a combination of symptoms. The patient can feel discomfort or pain in the centre of the chest. According to The Heart Foundation not all patients feel chest discomfort (more than 40% of women do not experience chest pain)

Never miss a BEAT!

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-week

https://stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteering?srsltid=AfmBOooM_S1ul0oQDlULvB3SAc7sXMkytGOx-ZEg--Q_GXPzAUhopE9E

03/05/2026

Heart Week 4-10 May// Australia’s national heart health awareness campaign, aiming to reduce heart disease risk by encouraging adults, particularly those over 45, and those with symptoms to have a heart health check with your gp. Never miss a BEAT

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-week

https://stjohnnsw.com.au/volunteering?srsltid=AfmBOooM_S1ul0oQDlULvB3SAc7sXMkytGOx-ZEg--Q_GXPzAUhopE9E

25/04/2026

ANZAC DAY// Hornsby St John members proudly provided first aid services at the Hornsby and Glenorie ANZAC Dawn Services, as well as supporting the ANZAC Day march and commemorations in the city.

On this ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of the men, women and animals who have served our nation. We remember those who gave their lives in service and reflect on the values of mateship, resilience, and dedication that continue to inspire us today.

Lest we forget.

07/03/2026

International Women’s Day// Today we recognise and celebrate the incredible women who volunteer with Hornsby St John Ambulance.

Your compassion, strength, and dedication make a difference in our communities every day. Whether providing first aid, supporting events, mentoring others, or stepping forward in times of need, you embody the spirit of service and care.

Thank you for the countless hours you give, the lives you touch, and the example you set for future generations of our volunteers.

Happy International Women’s Day, and thank you for everything you do. 💜🚑

10/11/2025

14/09/2025

🌍 We celebrated yesterday – but the celebrations don’t stop there.
First Aid saves lives every day, and this week we’re giving a little something back: free eLearning with any order from our online shop.

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Don’t miss out! Promotion runs Thursday 11 September – Monday 15 September.

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12/05/2025

International Nurses Day// today we give thanks to the wonderful nurses, not only within our community, but world wide. We thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their compassion, skill, strength and commitment.

International Nurses Day is celebrated world wide on 12 May; the birth date of Florence Nightingale.

The theme for 2025 is “Our Nurses. Our Future - Caring for nurses strengthens economies” that builds on the success of the 2024 theme, “The Economic Power of Care”. The 2025 theme shifts focus to the health and wellbeing of nurses.

24/04/2025

They went with songs to the battle, they were young.
Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow.
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,
They fell with their faces to the foe.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.

Lest we forget