
St John Ambulance NSW
St John Ambulance NSW
St John Ambulance NSW acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the many lands on which we work and serve the community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge their ongoing connection to country, and long history of teaching, healing and gathering.
St John Ambulance NSW is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and has Deductible Gift Recipient status with the Australian Tax Office. ABN: 84 001 738 370. We deliver nationally recognised training and assessment on behalf of St John NSW Ambulance Australia (RTO 88041).
We are accredited as an Exemplary Volunteer Involving Organisation by the volunteering sector peak body, The Centre for Volunteering. As a certified Social Trader, 100% of the operational surplus we generate goes to fund our volunteer operations and community programs.
St John Ambulance NSW is committed to advancing reconciliation and is a member of Supply Nation. We are proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island suppliers.
Protecting and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people is central to our culture and the way we operate. We are proud that St John Ambulance NSW is a Child Wise accredited organisation.
It is our pleasure to present the Impact Report for 2024. We continue to be inspired by the remarkable achievements and unwavering commitment of the entire St John Ambulance NSW (St John NSW) team.
This year we have grown our reach and impact to the community of NSW, and we are incredibly grateful for the service of our staff and volunteers alike, who consistently dedicate their time to be the leading provider of first aid and medical response to community healthcare needs.
While St John NSW has had mixed results across the financial year, the organisation continues to grow in volunteer and cadet member numbers, and increased capabilities that further our mission to lead in first aid and medical response excellence.
Throughout 2024 we attended 2,932 events, treating 9,809 patients deploying more than 275,000 hours of care and service whilst training more than 47,000 people with the skills to save a life. We are immensely thankful to our 3,000+ dedicated volunteers who supported the community through local events to life threatening emergencies. These included bushfires and floods providing, along with other emergency services, an immeasurable saving to the NSW Health system.
As The Medical Reserve, St John NSW continues to bolster resilience at the heart of community care, driven by a pursuit of excellence. We remain a named as a Participating Organisation in the State Emergency Health Plan.
Initiatives such as GoodSAM, First Aid in Schools, learner driver education and youth programs are central to cementing our future. They bring to life our vision of every NSW resident being trained in first aid with the confidence to respond and potentially save a life.
The Hon Ryan Park MP Minister for Health, officially opened our new Macquarie Park headquarters. This new facility has significantly and strategically increased our operational effectiveness. The development of our first Reconciliation Action Plan marks our formal commitment to reconciliation and an important first step to ensuring reconciliation is embedded in what we do every day.
In 2024, The Centre for Volunteering recognised St John NSW as an Exemplary Volunteer Organisation, involving the first major volunteer organisation in NSW to achieve such a significant honour, highlighting our dedication to volunteer engagement and a commitment to implementing the highest standards in volunteer involvement.
We are enormously proud of our achievements and the ongoing dedication of our volunteers, who embody the core belief that we are The Medical Reserve, and we are Ready to Respond. As we look to the future, we are excited for the continued impact we make – together.
Once again we offer our sincere thanks to everyone who has contributed to the work of St John NSW, be it staff, volunteer, donor or consumer. Your support of our purpose has made a difference in the lives of so many in the NSW community.
As we look to 2025, we are excited by new opportunities, a new strategy and the continued honour of serving the community in their time of need.
Thank you for your trust and support.
Dominic Teakle CEO
Sean McGuinness CStJ Chair
St John NSW recruits, trains and nurtures a skilled volunteer force of accredited first aid responders within the community. We are about caring for people and saving lives in the community. Our youth program builds future leaders that value contributing to their community and helping others.
Our charitable programs are relevant to the whole community (eg, First Aid In Schools, Public Access AEDs) and build resilience.
We are a charity and social trader. When individuals, businesses or government use our mission-aligned commercial services and buy our products they support volunteers and community impact. We help organisations meet their ESG goals.
We advocate for changes that will make our communities safer. Includes initiatives such public access defibrillators and first aid education for all licensed drivers.
We operate with the highest ethical and governance standards and through our own business operations strive to contribute to wider social and environmental goals.
St John NSW nationally is the Medical Reserve for Australia. We work alongside emergency services when crises strike, and provide medical services at events that provide immediate care and reduce the pressure on our primary healthcare and hospital systems.
We recruit, train and sustain a skilled volunteer force of first aid responders and health care professionals in the community. Around this we have built operational and clinical capability and governance that means we can stand up fully equipped teams of first and medical responders at short notice.
The weekly training and work at events that enables our volunteers do for the community prepare them to be ready to respond when called on in a crisis.
2,932
Events kept safe
852
Patients treated on site, avoiding ambulance
275,298
Hours volunteered
9,809
Patients treated
688
Patients managed before ambulance transport
3,020 Volunteers
141,486
Hours of direct community impact
47,159
People trained with life saving First Aid skills
St John NSW is the largest provider of First Aid training in NSW, offering a wide range of courses designed to give people life-saving skills. The knowledge, skills, and confidence gained in St John NSW’s interactive courses enable people to assist at emergency incidents, which builds safer communities.
St John NSW Training uses real-world exercises, 1:1 feedback, and professional and passionate trainers. Through this commitment to quality training, combined with new equipment and ongoing advances in medical knowledge, 96% of students feel ready to apply First Aid skills after completing a St John NSW course. By providing sector-specific and industry-tailored training - delivered by world-class Commercial trainers - St John NSW ensures businesses and members can get training that meets their specific needs.
St John NSW prides itself in strengthening community resilience through innovative next-generation training and are the centre of excellence in First Aid. The comprehensive training prepares volunteers and members. All revenue generated is reinvested in our volunteers to maintain the capability to respond as the Medical Reserve. This considerable investment in world-class training ensures volunteers are well-prepared to deliver the best care when called upon.
These advancements reflect St John NSW’s dual focus: leveraging technology to enhance accessibility while maintaining rigorous, best-inclass training standards. From digital credentials that simplify compliance to defibrillators that bridge the gap between bystanders and first responders, St John NSW’s innovations are transforming how NSW communities prepare for emergencies.
As the organisation continues to pioneer solutions, its mission remains clear: to equip every individual — whether a Volunteer, workplace responder, or community member — with the tools and confidence to save lives. Through sustained investment in research, technology, and education, St John NSW is shaping a future where first aid excellence is within everyone’s reach.
We are equipping individuals with the skills and confidence to respond to mental health concerns. As a Centre of Excellence in training and community resilience, we deliver courses designed for individuals and workplaces to provide timely, effective mental health support.
Through these programs, St John NSW is driving innovation in mental health training, giving people the life-saving skills that create safer workplaces, stronger communities, and a more resilient society.
Helen is one of St John NSW regional trainers, and is passionate about delivering quality first aid training. She is a volunteer and a peer support officer using her professional experience as a former psychologist. Her role empowers the public, to take action to help in emergencies, which can make all the difference, and reduce the long-term trauma effects on the first aiders.
Helen’s favourite story from her time training is about a lady who was very anxious about having to do her first aid course for work. She hadn’t been able to get through it with other trainers, but with Helen’s help to normalise and take it slow, she succeeded and completed the course. Months later she saw Helen to say that because of the time she invested in her, she was able to help at a serious accident with her husband. Her husband then had also gone on to do a St John NSW course.
“We’re making a difference,” says Helen. “We’re reaching out to the community and encouraging them to do at least a basic first aid course or CPR. It can and has saved lives!” The wide range of St John NSW training, ensures all volunteers have the best -in-class training and support, creating opportunities for them to improve and potentially, save a life.
“We’re making a difference.”
Helen
Helen is a professional trainer with St John, volunteers clinically at local and state events, and applies her psychology expertise as part of the Peer Support team
It’s never too early to learn first aid basics
St John NSW has been teaching primary school children first aid for over a decade. Our program builds age-appropriate skills and strengthens community resilience through training the next generation.
We believe all primary and high school children should learn First Aid as part of the curriculum. First Aid skills save lives, build self-confidence and boost employability.
Our Little First Aiders online program has continued to be popular in 2024. This teacher-led resource enables schools in remote or rural areas bring to life in their classrooms our engaging, interactive course.
In 2024 we partnered with CSL Seqirus, the sole provider of spider and snake anti-venoms for the Australian Government. We share a passion with CSL Seqirus to improve awareness of dangerous venomous creatures and to ensure the right first aid treatments are applied as soon as possible.
Together, we developed new materials on snake and spider bites that were added to each of our K-2, Yr 3-4, and Yr 5-6 programs. More children will now learn important lessons like how to identify common venomous creatures, what to do when they encounter bites and stings, and how to help themselves and their friends.
St John NSW was proud to also bring this important message to families and children at the 2024 Royal Easter Show.
Luna, a data product owner at Westpac, never expected that her St John NSW training would be put to the test during a medieval festival at Hawkesbury.
While enjoying the festivities with her family, she heard an unfamiliar sound that caught their attention. Turning around, they saw a middle-aged man struggling to breathe, his friends and onlookers attempting to help but with little success.
Without hesitation, Luna sprang into action, leaving her family behind to assist the choking man. Drawing on her St John NSW training, she was able to calmly assess the situation and began to help. Her quick thinking and muscle memory from regular training sessions proved invaluable as she worked to clear the man’s airway, successfully managing the situation and handing over to a registered nurse.
“At the end of the day… I can continue to help people. It gives my life more perspective. It’s a gift.”
Luna
With expert training from St John NSW, anyone can administer First Aid. In 2024, St John NSW supported the launch of GoodSAM and continues to promote this life-saving initiative to our members and students from our community.
The GoodSAM program connects trained community members with the more than 9,000 people in NSW who experience an out-of-home cardiac arrest each year. Every minute counts in these situations, with survival rates dropping rapidly without immediate chest compressions. By bridging the critical gap between an incident and professional medical care, GoodSAM empowers St John NSW volunteers to use their skills beyond scheduled duties, boosting community resilience and survival chances.
Leanne, a St John NSW volunteer, experienced this firsthand when a GoodSAM alert came through just 280m from her home. With a St John NSW vehicle in her driveway following an event, she grabbed the AED and responded immediately. Working alongside the patient’s grandson, who was on the phone with Triple Zero (000), Leanne provided crucial assistance until NSW Ambulance arrived. Her St John NSW training kicked in as she performed CPR using the COACHED process of high-performance CPR.
“Looking back, I’m grateful for my training. At that moment, muscle memory took over. The voices of my trainers echoed in my head, keeping me going.”
Leanne
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a leading cause of death in Australia, claiming over 30,000* lives annually. St John NSW plays a vital role in improving survival rates through community education and increasing public access to defibrillators (AEDs).
Early intervention with CPR and defibrillation is crucial. Every minute without defibrillation decreases survival chances by 10%, while prompt CPR and defibrillation can increase survival rates up to 70%. Sudden cardiac arrest can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or health status.
St John NSW continually advocates for the provision of high-quality, accessible AEDs that are readily available throughout NSW’s metropolitan and rural communities. These defibrillators feature the latest technology and are designed for easy use by anyone.
In May 2024, St John NSW donated 12 defibrillators to schools across Sydney and regional areas, thanks to a bequest from the family and friends of Andrew Sitaramayya, a former St John NSW staff member who passed away from sudden cardiac arrest in 2022. This initiative not only honoured Andrew’s legacy but also provided cardiac awareness and CPR training to empower students to save lives.
* Source: What is a cardiac arrest? - Heart Foundation
“All staff undertake annual training in CPR and the use of defibrillators… The donation of the defibrillator will strengthen the school’s ability to respond quickly to emergency situations involving staff, students and visitors.”
Principal Jonathan Harvey Cobar Public School
A special thank you to the Sitaramayya family who have created a lasting impact in these schools and their surrounding communities across NSW
Balranald Central School
Barham High School
Cattai Public School
Cobar Public School
Doonside Technology High School
Glenfield Public School
James Busby High School
Lake Macquarie High School
Nana Glen Public School
Niland Public School
Ulladulla High School
Waterfall Public School
In October 2024, St John NSW participated in the St John Drive-a-thon to raise awareness and educate communities about CPR and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
Volunteers and staff drove the NSW leg between 17-29 November. Starting in Albury they visited Wagga Wagga, Eugowra (where St John NSW helped the community during the disasterous 2022 floods), Bathurst, the Sydney Opera House forecourt, Newcastle and Tamworth. Channel 7 TV and many local news outlets covered the event, promoting the importance of CPR and AEDs to help save lives, especially in regional communities.
The Drive-a-thon national story aired on Channel 7 before the St John Ambulance SA sponsored Adelaide Carols on 16 December.
2,100kms TRAVELLED IN NSW OVER
6 AEDS DONATED INTO COMMUNITIES
From digital credentials that simplify compliance to defibrillators that bridge the gap between bystanders and first responders, St John NSW transforms how NSW communities prepare for emergencies.
In partnership with the NSW Government, St John NSW became the first nongovernment organisation to trial verifiable digital credentials for First Aid Certificates via the Service NSW app.
This pioneering initiative tested securely storing St John NSW certificates, and providing immediate access to them in a person’s Digital Wallet. Convenient for students and employers who want to check a qualification, while maintaining robust data security.
St John NSW built a proof of concept with our systems and processes, working at the forefront of digital transformation in vocational education.
“Just as we’ve led first aid training innovation for over 140 years, we were proud to collaborate with the NSW Government to modernise credential management.”
Dominic Teakle, CEO
St John Ambulance Australia nationally promotes world-class emergency equipment – and the G5 Defibrillator is an example of that. A fully automated AED designed to empower both trained responders and bystanders. Its market-leading features include:
• Intellisense CPR technology provides real-time feedback on compression depth and rate via voice and visual prompts.
• RescueCoach guidance offers step-by-step rescue instructions, adapting pacing to the user’s actions.
• Advanced Self-Testing conducts daily system checks to ensure readiness, addressing potential pad or battery failures proactively.
By combining intuitive design with medical precision, the G5 eliminates hesitation in emergencies — critical when every second counts. Its technology democratises lifesaving care, ensuring anyone can intervene effectively, regardless of prior training.
St John NSW is proud to support the Royal Agricultural Society as the Health Services partner for the Sydney Royal Easter Show. We have been caring for Show patrons for over 40 years. Today St John NSW provides advanced medical care on site, with a temporary medical centre, first aid posts and responder teams covering 12 days of Show competitions and fun.
In 2024 we extended our presence with a stand in the Home and Lifestyle Pavilion. Alongside government and other emergency services, we showcased our life-saving mission; our volunteers and role as the Medical Reserve, as well as the first aid training and products that keep our community safe.
Collaborations with Farmer Dave on pet first aid, and Australian Wildlife Displays on snake bites kept the crowds engaged. As well as hands-on CPR and defibrillator demonstrations.
St John NSW is committed to reducing road fatalities and injuries by equipping the community with essential first aid skills and knowledge.
Every year, approximately 1,200 Australians lose their lives, and 44,000 are seriously injured in motor vehicle accidents. Evidence shows that bystander first aid can significantly reduce prehospital deaths and severe injuries, often proving critical in the vital minutes before emergency services arrive. For example, clearing a blocked airway within four minutes can save lives and prevent further complications.
To address this, St John NSW offers initiatives like the free Learner Driver First Aid course, designed to empower young drivers and bystanders with the skills and confidence to assist at road accidents. In 2024, St John NSW also proudly sponsored BStreetSmart, Australia’s largest road safety event, where over 25,000 high school students gained vital first aid knowledge and road safety education.
These programs reflect St John NSW dedication to ensuring safer roads across NSW through awareness, education, and action.
For over 140 years, St John NSW has been at the forefront of First Aid training, emergency response, and community support. We strengthen community resilience across the state. Today we stand as a centre of excellence in First Aid, with best-in-class training for volunteers.
In 2024, we were the first major organisation to be accredited as an Exemplary Volunteer Involving Organisation by the NSW Centre for Volunteering. The badge is awarded to organisations that excel in volunteer involvement by effectively implementing the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.
Without regular government funding, our volunteers are funded by our commercial operations as a social trader. Profits from our first aid training and product sales are reinvested back into our volunteer operations and community programs.
St John NSW volunteers are at the heart of clinical care at major events and emergencies across NSW, helping to build safer and more resilient communities.
For those passionate about providing First Aid, mentoring youth, supporting emergency response teams, or ensuring volunteer wellbeing, there’s a place for everyone — with flexible times and ways to get involved.
Volunteers with St John NSW are part of a proud tradition of service, skill, and community impact.
St John NSW also provides specialist roles so that volunteers have the best support, resources, and training available, to be able to perform at their peak. These include:
Ensuring the smooth operation of large events and emergency responses through expert radio network coordination.
Managing large-scale events and emergencies with strategic oversight and resource deployment.
Providing rapid response First Aid in crowded areas with fully equipped bicycle units.
An online hub connecting medical professionals, nurses, and paramedics to provide advanced care and continuous professional development
Clinical Advice Line (24/7)
Helping members plan for a patient’s care, while supporting the specialist
(Staffed by St John NSW Volunteer Healthcare Professionals.)
At St John NSW, volunteer safety isn’t just about physical health, it’s about mental well-being, too.
The Peer Support Program ensures that volunteers can access trained peers who provide confidential emotional support, debriefing, and guidance. These roles are vital in maintaining resilience and ensuring every volunteer feels safe, valued, and supported.
With over 1000 Juniors and Cadets participating in St John NSW youth programs, there are countless opportunities to mentor and teach the next generation of First Aiders and community leaders.
Program Leaders design and deliver first aid and leadership activities, while other Youth Leaders act as mentors.
James’ journey with St John Ambulance began in Western Australia in 2016, sparked by a university First Aid course that ignited a passion for helping others.
Over the past decade, this commitment has shaped James into a formidable leader, honing skills in high-stress scenarios and commanding events with thousands of patrons.
His dual roles in St John NSW and the Royal Australian Navy have created a powerful synergy, blending decisive action with clinical expertise.
James' pride in St John NSW shines through his mentorship at Paddington Combined Division, where he's nurtured award-winning volunteers. This dedication to community service stems from a belief that compassion and humanity are crucial in today's uncertain world.
"St John NSW does incredible work in the community! We directly save lives through our clinical volunteers and empower others to save lives too through First Aid training.”
James
Jacob’s journey with St John NSW is nothing short of inspiring. Starting as a Cadet, he grew into a Cadet Leader and now serves as a Youth Volunteer Ambassador for the Australian Government.
In the “Hanging Out to Help Out” campaign, Jacob shares how volunteering has shaped him—building confidence, upskilling, and empowering others through lifesaving knowledge. You can watch his feature with Australian influencer Steph Kelly on the Australian Government, Department of Social Services website and social media.
Now a Sports Science student at university, Jacob continues to mentor the next generation of cadets, proving that volunteering isn’t just about giving back—it’s about personal growth, leadership, and making a difference.
In 2025 St John Ambulance celebrates 100 years of our youth development program in Australia, now is the perfect time to become part of this legacy. Join the Youth Program as a Cadet or Junior today and unlock life-changing opportunities!
Sally joined St John NSW at the age 15, drawn by the opportunity to gain hands-on healthcare experience and develop clinical skills. Now in her 10th year as a member, she reflects on what motivates her to lead young volunteers at. In 2024 she was recognised as the NSW Youth Leader of the Year.
“Teaching cadets life-saving skills and watching their confidence grow is incredibly rewarding,”
“Seeing them progress from hesitant beginners to capable responders – often handling complex scenarios with composure – highlights the impact of our high quality training programs.”
Sally believes equipping young people with First Aid skills does more than prepare them for emergencies: “We’re giving them purpose and resilience. These are skills that transcend First Aid – they shape character.”
“Mentoring has shown me the power of support and belief,” she reflects. “Watching others thrive inspires me daily – not just as a paramedic, but as someone committed to making a difference.”
Her vision for the future
Sally envisions a new generation of bold, compassionate leaders: “Young people who innovate, challenge norms, and drive change – all while upholding our legacy of excellence in emergency medical response.”
Through her decade of service, Sally embodies St John NSW commitment to developing skilled, confident volunteers who strengthen communities across NSW.
Natasha joined St John NSW in 2022, inspired by the critical role healthcare professionals played during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a Cadet, she quickly discovered the value of St John NSW’s hands-on approach.
One of Natasha’s proudest moments has been taking part in the snake bite First Aid demonstrations at the 2024 Easter Show, where she shared knowledge that could potentially save lives. “Living in Australia, knowing how to respond to snake bites is crucial,” she explains. “Being able to teach others what I’ve learned through St John NSW expert training was incredibly rewarding.”
As well as skills - Natasha has also learnt to take a moment and breathe, a lesson that applies to awareness when treating a patient, but also school and day to day life. She can see the connection to community, friendships, and leadership opportunities at St John NSW. From camps to volunteering for First Aid duties at events.
Her experiences have ignited a passion to pursue emergency and trauma medicine when she finishes school.
Youssef joined St John NSW on a friend’s recommendation and quickly embraced the organisation’s values. He enjoys the clinical aspect of his training and the opportunities to help with patients and contribute meaningfully to his community.
One of the moments Youssef felt proud was during large events where he had access to a team who provided support. “The interconnectedness between the roles is so vital,” he notes.
Youssef looks up to his mentors who have taught him skills in clinical assessments and communications. St John NSW has inspired Youssef’s interest in healthcare and a future in paramedicine.
With a focus on giving back, Youssef embodies our mission to empower young people with the skills and confidence to make a real difference in their communities.
Ever wondered how your lungs work? St John NSW
Juniors now know! Thanks to a fun, hands-on lesson as part of their Human Anatomy Badge, they experienced the respiratory system in action.
St John NSW volunteer leaders, including two paramedics and an Emergency Department nurse, led the session. Juniors labelled lung diagrams and constructed working lung models using balloons, straws, and cups. These simple models showed how lungs expand and contract and how the diaphragm helps us breathe.
Combining visuals, hands-on activities, and accessible explanations, the Juniors had a great time and gained a deeper understanding of their bodies.
With over 1,000 active youth members across NSW, St John NSW supports and enables Cadets to participate in progressive training opportunities, developing confidence to lead and serve. In 2024, cadets showcased skills at the inaugural ‘Youth Invitational,’ a high-fidelity simulation competition.
Cadets from various divisions participated at the NSW Fire & Rescue Academy (Orchard Hills) in realistic emergency scenarios. Assessed on First Aid skills, teamwork, and communication, cadets faced high-fidelity cases with simulated casualties. Feedback and debriefing stations supported learning, alongside scavenger hunts and CPR challenges.
This learning environment allowed St John NSW Cadets to apply and grow their skills in a challenging yet safe setting — and was another testament to the success of the centre of excellence in First Aid.
In July 2024, St John Ambulance Australia held its National Youth Camp and Championships Competition in Alice Springs. The camp expanded horizons through exploration, team building, and new experiences.
The National Youth Competitions, supported by St John Northern Territory and local emergency services, enhanced teamwork, leadership, and clinical understanding.
Cadets learnt about Indigenous heritage and visited the School of the Air and Royal Flying Doctors Service, where the importance of rural First Aid was highlighted.
In 2024, St John NSW Cadets represented Australia at the Asia Pacific First Aid Competition in Hong Kong.
The five-day event promoted knowledge sharing and friendship among St John NSW members from across the region. The NSW Cadet team of Youssef, Natasha, Emily and Silvia were accompanied by Tiffany and Jey, senior Youth Programme leaders.
The team trained regularly in the lead up to the competition under the guidance of experienced youth leaders, practising their skills in high-fidelity exercises. The competition showcased the skills and commitment of the Cadets and the level of excellence in First Aid training St John NSW provides. Another example of the skill building and leadership opportunities on offer to Cadets.
Planning an event the size of New Years Eve takes months. For 2024, St John NSW deployed hundreds of skilled responders and healthcare professionals across Sydney Harbour and the wider city, equipped with life-saving gear and coordinated from our Communications Command Centre.
In the lead up, our team worked with government and event organisers to plan post locations, work through scenarios, and resource to provide the best possible care.
On the night, the Communications team managed dispatch via a Computer Aided Dispatch system; integrating pagers and telematics (tracking our people and vehicles) with electronic patient tracking activities and patient flows in real-time across all posts.
On hand were our Incident Management Team to support the Event Commander during a significant incident. Applying our ‘Ready to Respond’ ethos as the Medical Reserve, our team were prepared to quickly develop and execute plans so as to effectively deploy resources when needed.
“The functionality and flexibility of our platform significantly exceeds what is available to other event medical providers in NSW.” Sector Commander, Communications.
In 2024, St John NSW relocated its headquarters to a newly renovated fit-for-purpose facility in Macquarie Park, Sydney.
This move has enhanced the organisation’s ability to support our business and volunteer operations. The expanded space serves as a State Operations Centre, public training centre, corporate office, and a base for a new Macquarie Park Cadet Division.
We celebrated the grand opening with a plaque unveiling, attended by the Minister for Health, The Hon Ryan Park MP, and other special guests. The event started with a Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country by Uncle Raymond Weatherall, honouring the land.
The opening showcased St John NSW’s capabilities, including the Advanced Care Medical Centre (ACMC), Bicycle Emergency Response Teams (BERT), Communications and Radio Technology, and other volunteer resources. This move marks an exciting new chapter for St John NSW, setting us up for growth and to better serve NSW communities in the years ahead.
St John NSW hosted a number of ceremonial events in 2024, focused on honouring our members and celebrating their contributions. These events continue to serve as a meaningful link between our history and traditions, and the modern-day activities of St John NSW.
The Order of St John is a Royal Order of Chivalry of the British Crown founded in 1888. Today, with St John Ambulance operates in over 44 countries. The Order of St John is unique in its global reach and charitable mission.
In May, Her Excellency The Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC DStJ, Governor of New South Wales and Deputy Prior St John NSW presided over our annual Investiture ceremony at Government House.
Admitted as a Member
Edward Anstee
Mark Cockburn
Jennifer Joseph
Jade Kirk
Leonardo Pane
Damien Vickers
Promoted to Commander
Ilan Lowbeer
Sean McGuinness
Rolf Schafer
Our Annual Awards Ceremony celebrates excellence and service to St John NSW. It also lets us recognise extraordinary first aid action taken - by members of St John NSW, the emergency services and the wider community - to try and save a life.
In 2024, we gathered at the Sydney University Great Hall to honour over 200 people who contributed to a stronger St John NSW, and a safer and more resilient NSW.
Stephen Woodhill Non-Executive Director
Peter Kaye AM ESM Non-Executive Director
Coretta Bessi Non-Executive Director
Louise Portelli Non-Executive Director
Non-Executive Director
Skeete GM - Sales & Service
Benjamin McClure MStJ Deputy Commissioner - Youth
Vanessa Lorford-Mills MStJ GM - People, Performance & Culture
The past year has seen mixed financial performance across our revenue streams. Areas such as First Aid Product Sales and Servicing and Events Medical performed well, reflecting strong demand and the effectiveness of our offerings. These revenue streams have contributed positively to our financial stability and have helped us maintain our commitment to delivering high-quality community services.
In 2024 we moved to our new headquarters in Macquarie Park, Sydney, a strategic investment of $1 million to safeguard our future. This site serves as an expanded hub for our State Operations, a training facility for the public and volunteers, and our corporate office. Our other key investments have included $700,000 for an ambulance and seven response vehicles, and $900,000 for life-saving clinical equipment and improved communication systems.
We remain committed to investing in our people, and upgrading equipment and systems to ensure ongoing operational readiness. These efforts ensure that St John NSW will remain a capable and reliable partner, ready to support NSW communities.
A full copy of our Financial Report is available on the St John NSW website or the website of the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC).
Hoshang Parekh Head of Finance
For the year ended 31 December 2024
St John NSW is grateful for the many donations and grants received in 2024 from government, members of the community, and philanthropic partners.
This generous support has funded publicly accessible defibrillators, school programs, upgrades to community infrastructure where our volunteers meet, volunteer recruitment activities, and community-based vehicles and first aid equipment.
Government & Community
The NSW Government
The Australian Government’s Department of Social Services
NSW Health - Southeastern
Sydney Local Health District
Fairfield RSL Memorial Club
Auburn Soccer Sports Club
Guildford Leagues Club
Granville Diggers Club
Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club
Five Dock RSL
Energy Australia Tallawarra
Ku-ring-gai Council
Penrith City Council
Cooma Ex-Services Club
Pelican Flat RSL
Ashfield RSL
West Dubbo Bowling Club
Canterbury-Hurlstone Park RSL Club
Community Bank Lindfield & Community Enterprise Foundation
Philanthropic Partners
CSL Seqirus
SJD Group Australia
Andrew Sitaramayya Legacy
Naomi Martin Legacy
To the thousands of St John Ambulance volunteers across New South Wales, as well as their friends, families, and employers who support them, we thank you.
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