How to access the Tas Gov Community Defib (AED) Fund

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Keep Your Community Safe with the Tasmanian Government’s Community Defibrillator Fund

The Tasmanian Government has launched the Community Defibrillator Fund, providing a life-changing opportunity for community groups, not-for-profits, and individuals to access funding to purchase lifesaving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). This initiative is aimed at improving access to defibrillators, particularly in rural and remote areas, and ensuring that more lives can be saved when seconds count.

Each year, thousands of Australians experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Without immediate treatment, survival rates are shockingly low. AEDs are designed to deliver a lifesaving shock that can restore a normal heart rhythm during SCA. They are simple to use, even for those without medical training, and can mean the difference between life and death.

Applications for the fund are open now and close on 31 January 2025. If you’ve been considering equipping your organisation or community with a defibrillator, now is the perfect time to act.

What Does the Community Defibrillator Fund Offer?

The Community Defibrillator Fund is designed to make AEDs more accessible to Tasmanian communities. It provides eligible applicants with financial support to purchase a defibrillator, helping to create safer environments for everyone.

Who Can Apply?

Community groups and organisations
Not-for-profit organisations
Individuals in rural or remote areas

To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate how the defibrillator will be used to benefit the community and save lives.

Why Choose a St John G5 AED?

When applying for funding, you need an AED that meets all the criteria for compliance while offering reliability, ease of use, and expert support. St John’s G5 defibrillators are the perfect choice. Here’s why:

✅ TGA-Approved and Fund-Compliant:
Our AEDs meet the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) standards and comply fully with the requirements of the Community Defibrillator Fund.

✅ Free Training and Readiness Kits:
Every purchase includes training and a comprehensive readiness kit to ensure your AED is always rescue-ready.

✅ Backed by 140 Years of Expertise:
St John has been trusted to deliver first aid and lifesaving equipment for over a century. When you choose St John, you’re choosing quality and support you can count on.

How St John Can Help You Apply

Navigating the funding process can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. St John Ambulance Tasmania is here to help every step of the way. From understanding the fund’s requirements to recommending the right AED for your needs, we make the process simple and stress-free.

We can even assist with registering your defibrillator with Ambulance Tasmania’s GoodSAM program, ensuring it’s available for public use in an emergency.

Applications for the Community Defibrillator Fund close on 31 January 2025, so don’t delay. Equip your team, volunteers, and community with the best possible AED and make a real difference.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today to learn more about the St John G5 AED and how we can help you apply for funding. Together, we can make Tasmania safer, one defibrillator at a time.