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As we follow with concern the terrible events in the Middle East and the impact on our friends and colleagues in the Eye Hospital Group in Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza, we are working closely with the St John Eye Hospital Group to share the latest information about the crisis, and its influence on our expert eye-care services.

Discover the incredible story of Trevor, a Hato Hone St John volunteer with over 46 years of service. From his beginnings as a Volunteer Ambulance Officer in 1977 to his current roles supporting the Rotorua community at age 90, Trevor’s unwavering dedication and inspiring journey are a testament to the power of giving back. Read more about his remarkable contributions and lasting impact!

We are excited to congratulate three volunteer heroes from Hato Hone St John New Zealand—Joyce, Guy, and Noeline—on reaching the incredible milestone of 70 years of dedicated service.

Their unwavering commitment has made a profound impact on their community, touching countless lives. Their inspiring stories are a true testament to the power of volunteerism and the lasting difference it can make.

David Heard, a 91-year-old farmer from Murray Bridge, South Australia, holds the title of the world’s longest-serving St John volunteer, with an extraordinary 80 years of dedication to the organisation.

We are delighted to announce that the Guild of Young Freemen has selected the St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) as its first permanently supported charity.  This landmark decision, approved unanimously at the Guild’s Michaelmas Court meeting, secures their support for the next 12 years, extending through to the Guild’s 60th anniversary in 2036.

St John Ambulance Kenya has an existing training department in Nairobi, who offer training to the government, corporates, and members of the public. With a rising number of private and county government ambulances and emergency departments across the country, there is a rising demand for skilled personnel to man these ambulances and emergency departments.

We continue our overview of the Mother and Baby Conference in Uganda that brought together our teams in Malawi, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Uganda.