Rapid 1st Aid

22/05/2026

A few of you know this month particularly I have been mentally in a tuff space so I'm doing 3,307 a combo of push-ups, sit-up, squats and lunges in 24 days as part of The Push-Up Challenge to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia. This target represents the 3,307 people who died by su***de in Australia in 2024 (the most recent stats).

You can push for better mental health too by donating to my fundraising page and supporting this important cause: www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraisers/annerowley730916/the-push-up-challenge Funds

raised will go to The The Push For Better Foundation to support much-needed mental health services and initiatives in Australia. Any donation, big or small, is really appreciated!

Cheers Anne 💝🫶

Help raise funds for much-needed mental health services and initiatives by donating to my page. I’m completing The Push-Up Challenge to support this great cause and would love your help to reach my fundraising target.

22/04/2026

Feeling like you need a new skill? We are now taking a wait list for the new HLTPAT010 - Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing. DM for further details 😀

08/04/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE – CellAED Recall ⚠️

If you or your club/business own a CellAED, please be aware it has been recalled by the TGA and should be disposed of immediately. These units are no longer approved for use in an emergency.

We don’t want anyone left without protection, be prepared not scared

⚡️ Upgrade to Heartsine, LifePak CR2, Mindray
🚚 Local support, training tailored solutions
💥 Fast delivery – we have stock ready to go

Every second counts in a cardiac arrest – make sure your defib is one you can trust.

M. 0414 767 010
W. www.rapid1staid.com.au

24/03/2026

Last week one of my defibs had a successful SAVE, thats right a successful SAVE! The young lady was in her early 50s suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while working out at the gym.

CPR was started and the defib was applied 3 shocks later coupled with good effective CPR this lady was breathing on her own prior to hospital arrival.

Congratulations to Plus Fitness Wembley staff and the other first responders who played an integral part in this success. She is one lucky lady.

A sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen to anyone at anytime at any age and unfortunately 68 aussies die every day from SCA and only 1 in 10 survive this event.

You should be proud of yourself as you were a chosen one to make that difference and you did, you are a life SAVER. Life is precious so protect it!

Thank you for choosing me and Rapid 1st Aid to walk this journey and support you all the way.

02/03/2026

Just wanted to say I felt very privileged to have two hearing impaired participants in my class yesterday, with auslan interpreters amazing to watch them in action and if i could learn a second language it would be sign language.

Just goes to show have a condition that requires adjustment we can make that work and remove those barriers. Along with this I also had a 14yo who smashed it with his new skills. Thank you for choosing me to be your trainer. I feel very warm and fuzzy!

Lots of fun was had my all

31/12/2025

Happy New Year to all my wonderful clients. Looking forward to kicking goals and training some bad ass first responders.

20/12/2025

Such exciting news to announce one of my defibs has had a successful SAVE a young man will celebrate his 20th birthday this week. More to come watch this space! Merry Christmas what a wonderful gift for someone and their family. Thank you to the first responders who got in did good quality CPR and used the defib in a timely fashion 🥰💝

16/12/2025

Formal Statement of Appreciation and Reflection

I wish to extend my sincere gratitude to all those who stepped forward to render assistance. Some were trained and prepared, ready to act with confidence. Others, though unprepared, nonetheless chose to offer their help in a moment of need. To each and every one of you — THANK YOU.

In times such as these, opinions may differ and blame may be sought. Yet training provides a clear path to follow, and when actions fall outside that path, the consequences can be severe. What remains certain is the importance of unity: we must continue to support one another not only today, not only tomorrow, but in the years ahead.

The Bondi event will leave lasting impacts, with many experiencing lifelong trauma. How we nurture and support each other — particularly the younger members of our community — will shape resilience, growth, and the ability to navigate life’s challenges.

Training instills confidence. It does not remove fear, but it equips us to act despite it. In this case, it meant being prepared, even while afraid, yet still willing to step forward. That courage deserves recognition and respect.

22/10/2025

Still not too late to grab your snake bite kit. RRP $60

DM for more info pick up is located Grasmere (near Camden postcode 2570) can be posted early

21/10/2025

Tuesday feels! legends in their field of Live, Perform, Be Well!

16/10/2025