St John Ambulance SA Ltd Annual Report 2024-25

with operational practices before continuing their journey with their local teams. There has been positive feedback from this approach thus far, as it aims to strengthen engagement, consistency, and understanding of operational standards across the state. Our volunteers also had a unique opportunity to participate in the St John Drive-a-thon in late 2024. This was a 9-week journey around Australia where volunteer teams took it in turns driving St John vehicles around the country, visiting countless locations to teach the vital skill of CPR and donate Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to regional communities. This opportunity was met with passion and enthusiasm and provided the chance for volunteers to contribute to the community outside of their traditional duties. As we reflect on another busy year, we remain focused on continuing to enhance our operational efficiency, training programs, and volunteer experience. The ongoing investment in equipment, vehicles, and systems ensures we can respond to the evolving needs of the South Australian community with confidence and care. With our volunteers at the heart of all we do, I am certain that St John Ambulance SA will continue to play a vital role in first aid, health, and emergency preparedness across the state. Thank you to all our volunteers and staff for your commitment and service throughout the year. You should be proud of what you give back to the community, and it is an honour to work alongside you.

“No matter how big or small the deployment, the public felt safer knowing that St John was there. ”

the provision of Health and Medical Services during the bushfire season. The most significant of these was the 12-day deployment to the Mt Remarkable National Park bushfire. This was an excellent demonstration of inter-agency collaboration and the readiness of our volunteers to drop everything to support the community in times of crisis. Their professionalism and teamwork under challenging conditions exemplify the values of St John. including the Royal Adelaide Show, Schoolies Festival, Vailo Adelaide 500, WOMADelaide, and multiple events at Adelaide Oval. This year also saw increased utilisation of the Government Radio Network (GRN) at events, strengthening communication and coordination across operational teams. A great deal of work has also gone into reviewing and improving volunteer attraction and retention strategies. We introduced a New Member Hub trial, which brings together new volunteers in a centralised training model, where they can develop their skills and familiarise themselves As always, our volunteers held a strong presence at some of South Australia’s largest public events,

St John Ambulance SA

Emeritus Professor Bill Griggs AM ASM MStJ Chair of Operations

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