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Contestant dies during Swansea triathlon

Man pronounced dead during 750m swim stage of ‘sprint’ event

The Guardian - UK

Athlete dies during swim section of Swansea triathlon in front of horrified witnesses

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David Swansea Triathlon is one of the leading one-day, sprint distance triathlons in the country - the athlete died during the 750 metre swim

Daily Mirror

Meet the charity running boat trips on the River Trent for disadvantaged groups

The organisation specialises in providing trips for care home, special needs, community and educational groups

Nottingham Post

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Volunteer told he would not walk earns gold Duke of Edinburgh Award

Tom Tanner said he wanted to prove to others that having a disability does not mean you cannot do things.

The Independent UK

St John Ambulance investigating communication 'challenge' in transporting critical patient

St John Ambulance has launched an immediate investigation into an incident which delayed the transfer of a critically injured patient from Meekatharra to Perth.

ABC News

Nurses union, St John condemn 'abhorrent' assaults on Kalgoorlie health workers

After separate court cases this week, health officials say their staff are not "punching bags" for a public they are "devoting themselves to care for".

ABC News

Volunteer at 1953 coronation says King has a hard act to follow

Derek Williams, who is now 89, was 18 when he represented the St John Ambulance Service.

The Independent UK

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CBR NightCrew tender opens but previous experience not considered

The tender opened following a plea for the program's future.

The Canberra Times

Ravensthorpe doctor believes 'rural generalist hub' could help improve remote health care, avoid burnout

Michael Livingston believes city-based decision-makers are failing remote GPs, leading to unsustainable practices and shortages across the country. But he believes he has a solution — a model he calls the "rural generalist hub".

ABC News

Man who collapsed during ‘nightmare’ London Marathon set to return

A man who collapsed near the 25-mile mark at the 2021 London Marathon is set to return in 2023 to raise money for St John Ambulance, whose quick actions he credits with preventing “more lasting damage”.

Evening Standard

Man whose London Marathon dream became ‘nightmare’ after collapse set to return

David Blackmore is preparing to return to run the race for St John Ambulance, whose volunteers he credits with preventing more ‘lasting damage’.

The Independent UK

100-year-old woman with head injury forced to wait 20 hours to be seen in A&E

'It was awful, absolutely awful'

Wales Online

How a lollipop in time saves crime on Canberra's streets

An innovative scheme to prevent trouble is under threat over government funding.

The Canberra Times

St John Ambulance makes urgent plea to ensure future of support program

The organisation only has three months of guaranteed government funding.

The Canberra Times

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Dublin Live

St John's Ambulance abuse survivor 'can't understand' why charges haven't been brought

Mick Finnegan, 40, said justice will not be done until the man who he claims abused him is prosecuted

Irish Mirror

St John Ambulance says 'organisation's structures facilitated grooming' after historic sex abuse report published

The independent inquiry found the hierarchical and military-like structure of St John Ambulance had facilitated and insulated abuse in the past

Dublin Live

St John's Ambulance review finds unvetted adults 'can potentially access children'

An independent investigation into the organisation uncovered disturbing evidence of modern-day allegations of child grooming and abuse being reported in recent years

Newcastle Herald

Paramedics 'ready for anything' as crowds swell at Newcastle 500 Supercars

In the back of what looks like an oversized ambulance van is the Newcastle 500 Supercars event paramedics' HQ.

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Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Wales coach identifies future number 10 who can emulate Dan Carter

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

AAP

St Johns Ambulance to take strike action in Victoria

Union members at St John Ambulance Victoria will take industrial action after enterprise bargaining negotiations stalled.

Belfast Live

Belfast hockey teen recognised for legacy and life-saving work

The 18-year-old has been creating a legacy of coaches and volunteers in hockey and also teaching clubs vital coronary safety

ABC News

Alice Springs ambulances attacked with rocks, as paramedics 'traumatised' by sustained abuse

There are concerns the incidents are "becoming the norm" and taking a toll on people's welfare, as well as hindering attempts to address a shortage of paramedics in the region.

The Independent UK

Young lifesaver ‘lost for words’ after shaking Anne’s hand at awards ceremony

George Parkinson saved his mother’s life when he was just eight, after she began choking on a meal.

Wales Online

How to stay safe on Mad Friday as volunteers prepare for very busy night

Mad Friday, as it has become known, is one of the NHS’s busiest nights of the year

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: NHS planning to draft thousands of volunteers as it faces winter crisis

Leaked report warns NHS performance likely to ‘deteriorate further’ due to cold weather, cost of living crisis and strikes

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