St John Ambulance- Geraldine Station

06/10/2025

🌦️ Postponed but not cancelled!
Due to Saturday’s weather, the Family Fun Day has been rescheduled to Saturday, 11th October 2025.
📍 Geraldine Domain Playground
🎉 Loads of free activities
☀️ The forecast is looking great!
Come along, meet the team, and enjoy a fantastic day out with the community. We can’t wait to see you there!

01/10/2025

🚨 Shocktober is here! 🚨
Hato Hone St John’s annual campaign is all about helping more New Zealanders learn how to save a life.
💔 Cardiac arrest can strike anyone, anywhere — your mum, your mate, your neighbour. Every second counts, and knowing what to do in those first few minutes can mean the difference between life and loss.
That’s why we’re making lifesaving skills more accessible, especially in communities without easy access to defibrillators.
The 3 Steps for Life are simple but powerful:
1️⃣ Call 111 and ask for an ambulance
2️⃣ Start CPR immediately
3️⃣ Use an AED if there’s one nearby
💛 Learn for your loved one.
Join one of our FREE 3 Steps for Life sessions and be ready to save a life:
👉 https://3stepsforlife.stjohn.org.nz/locations

22/09/2025

🌟 A huge thank you to Freshchoice Geraldine 🌟
for your generous donation to St John Geraldine 💚🚑

We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support 🙏
Your kindness helps us make a real difference in our community!

22/09/2025

September is Wills Month, and there’s never been a better time to ensure your wishes are honoured and your loved ones protected.

✅ It’s quick
✅ It’s secure
✅ And it’s completely free during September

Leaving a gift in your Will to Hato Hone St John is an incredible way for your values to live on and will help us care for communities throughout New Zealand.

Find out more and get started here👉 https://brnw.ch/21wVZPx

01/09/2025

☕ Come along for a warm cuppa, great conversation, and the chance to build new friendships in a relaxed, welcoming space.
✨ We can't wait to see you there!

28/08/2025

🚗✨ A Huge Thank You to the Geraldine Matariki Motor Muster Team! ✨🚗

We’re incredibly grateful to the organisers of the Geraldine Matariki Motor Muster for their amazing support!

Now in its third year, the event, held in June, was a roaring success. Entry was by gold coin donation, and all proceeds were generously donated to Hato Hone St John Geraldine.

Thanks to this wonderful community effort, the local Area Committee was able to purchase three new St John PowerBeat X3 AEDs and essential consumables. These will replace older units in the Geraldine community that have reached the end of their lifespan.

Your generosity helps us continue saving lives and supporting our community. Thank you for making a real difference! 💛

28/08/2025

🚑 For less than the cost of a single ambulance call-out, your household can be covered for an entire year. That means peace of mind when you need it most - focus on getting better, not on unexpected bills.
💬 Interested? Call us on 0800 785 646 or visit our website to learn more and sign up today!
https://www.stjohn.org.nz/supp.../join-ambulance-membership/
Membership Options:
👤 Individual: Just $55/year – covers 1 person
👥 Joint: Only $75/year – covers 2 people living at the same address
🏠 Household: Just $90/year – covers 3–10 people living permanently at the same address
New members: Simply choose your membership type and complete the form online. It’s quick and easy!

Keeping the community of Geraldine in touch with the activities of the local branch of St John Ambulance.

14/08/2025

📅 Save the Date!

🎉 SJ Café is launching in Geraldine on Wednesday, 20 August — and you're invited!

☕ Come along for a warm cuppa, great conversation, and the chance to build new friendships in a relaxed, welcoming space.

✨ We can't wait to see you there!

23/07/2025

🚐 Need a lift to your health appointment?
The Aoraki Health Shuttle is a koha-based service run by amazing volunteers, helping you get to medical and wellbeing appointments in Christchurch - and back home again.
✨ What we offer:
✅ Free to use (koha appreciated)
✅ Friendly, trained drivers
🩺 Whether it’s the GP, dentist, or specialist visit - we’ve got you covered.
📞 Book your ride today: 0800 925 2672
📅 Open: Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3pm
🚫 Closed: Public holidays
💚 Travel with peace of mind, thanks to your local Aoraki Health Shuttle.

20/07/2025

Proud to support our local community ❤️

Our Aoraki District Area Committees have collected 243 pairs of pyjamas in their third year supporting the Kindness Collective Foundation PJ Project 👕

These pyjamas are gifted to local children in need, ensuring they keep warm this winter.

Thank you to everyone involved, your kindness and contributions continue to make a meaningful impact for future generations 💛

15/07/2025

Get our annual Ambulance Membership, and for less than the cost of an ambulance call-out, your household can be covered for an entire year! 🥳
This means you can concentrate on getting better and not worry about unexpected bills.
If you are interested, either give us a call on 0800 785 646 or jump online to find out more.

Join now & get your emergency ambulance fees covered from as little as $55 per year.

23/06/2025

DOUBLE your impact! 💛
Today, every donation made to the Light the Way Annual Appeal will be matched dollar for dollar.
That means your donation will go twice as far to help Light the Way!
Donate now, and your gift will be doubled:
https://lighttheway.stjohn.org.nz/st-john-geraldine
Spread the word – share this post and tag a friend to inspire others to get involved.
Together, we can light the way! 💛