For Liz Cannizzaro, volunteering with St John Ambulance Victoria has been more than just a way to give back, it’s been a lifelong journey of learning, leadership, and community connection.

St John Ambulance Victoria’s Horsham Division is calling for new volunteers to join the ranks, and there’s no better person to explain why than Rhys Webb.

Last month, we celebrated World Recycling Day, a powerful reminder of how simple, everyday actions can help protect our planet. But the impact doesn’t stop there, you still have the chance to make a real difference, not only for the environment but also for the lifesaving work of St John Ambulance Victoria.

As a lifeguard, Kerrie developed extensive first aid skills, including emergency response, CPR, and oxygen use during rescues. This experience naturally led her to pursue a role in first aid training.

These Easter school holidays, St John Ambulance Victoria is launching an exciting new initiative to equip children and teenagers with essential first aid skills in a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate way.

With a background in the Air Force, experience in first aid, and a passion for helping others, Nigel’s story is a great example of how St John can offer both personal growth and the chance to give back to the community.

March 26 is Purple Day, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy.

This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we take a moment to recognise and appreciate the unique strengths and perspectives of people who think, learn, and process information differently.

Thirteen years ago, Alessia’s life changed forever. After having had lunch together with her mum, Alessandra, she returned to her studies, leaving her mum in the kitchen having a lively conversation on the phone. Suddenly there was a silence. With steady hands and a determined heart, she performed CPR until the firefighters arrived on the scene; actions that gave her mother ten more precious years of life.