Who We Are

St John Ambulance Australia is a national for purpose organisation providing high-quality first aid, health and medical, and community wellbeing services, programs, and products Australia-wide.

With over 140 years of experience in Australia, and a network of over 18,000 dedicated staff, volunteers and members, St John is consistently recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted and reputable charities.

About
St John

St John Ambulance Australia is a national for purpose organisation providing high-quality first aid, health and medical, and community wellbeing services, programs, and products Australia-wide.

Child Safeguarding

We want children to be safe, supported, nurtured and empowered while involved in our programs, and we will take a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety.

Reconcilation
charter

Our National Reconciliation Charter addresses four commitments and 15 deliverables that aim to embed reconciliation into our direction, strategy and operations through practice.

Annual
Reports

The St John Ambulance Australia Annual Reports provide a comprehensive look into our achievements, milestones, and impacts year on year. These reports showcase our commitment to serving communities and advancing First Aid education nationwide.

Whistleblower Protections

St John Ambulance Australia is committed to strong corporate governance, transparency and integrity. This assists us in working towards our mission and vision, and upholding the values of our organisation and the Order of St John.

The Order
of St John

St John Ambulance Australia as the Australian Priory of the Order of St John, is part of an international organisation dedicated to charitable and humanitarian efforts.

Our Board
and Governance

Our governance framework includes our Priory Board providing expert oversight, Position Statements outlining our official policies on key issues, and our Constitution establishing our legal framework and operational guidelines for serving Australian communities.

St John Historical
Society of Australia

The modern origins of St John trace back to the 19th century in England, when a group of citizens inspired by the medieval Knights of St John who cared for pilgrims and crusaders, revived the Order of St John.