News, First Aid Advice & Stories

Why Young People Should Volunteer with St John Tasmania

Discover the benefits of youth volunteering, from building practical skills and confidence to making friends and giving back to your community.

Defibrillators in Tasmania: Helping Communities Save Lives

Discover how St John Tasmania is helping communities improve access to lifesaving AEDs and be better prepared for sudden cardiac arrest.

National Road Safety Week: Drivers First Aid Saves Lives

How the 3G Network Decommissioning Affects Personal Safety Alarms: What You Need to Know

Are you or your loved ones using a personal safety alarm that depends on the 3G network? It’s time for an upgrade! With the upcoming decommissioning of the 3G network

Workplace First Aid Training: Is Your Team Prepared?

Don’t leave workplace first aid on the to-do list. Learn why keeping your team trained and prepared matters when an emergency happens.

International Women's Day: Narrowing the Gap in First Aid

Our Paw-some New Pet First Aid Course

Learn practical first aid skills for common pet emergencies with St John Tasmania’s Pet First Aid course for pet owners and animal lovers.

First Aid for Sunburn: What to Do and When to Get Help

Learn how to recognise and treat sunburn, reduce discomfort and know when more serious burns may require medical attention.

Women and Cardiac Arrest: Understanding the Gender Gap in CPR

Explore why women may be less likely to receive bystander CPR and why recognising and addressing barriers to cardiac response matters.