The Emerald Ambulance Auxiliary recently received a significant boost, welcoming six new community-minded locals to its committee, with the door always open for anyone interested in joining.
The additions bring the group’s membership to 10, strengthening its capacity to raise funds to enhance the services Ambulance Victoria (AV) provides to the region and helping improve patient health outcomes.
The Emerald Ambulance Auxiliary has been an active part of the community for more than 42 years, with President Graeme Legge AM still contributing to its work today.
“Our members take pride and satisfaction in knowing the work we do is worthwhile and provides substantial benefits to the community,” he said.
“The auxiliary has played a significant role in the branch’s history by helping secure its current location and improving the building’s facilities, such as adding a secure garage.”
“Some of our recent work includes enhancing training equipment for our local crews and planning to increase the number of 24/7 defibrillators across townships – all of which wouldn’t be possible without the community’s unwavering support and dedication to bolstering our ambulance service.
“It’s great to see new members join the auxiliary as it means this work will continue for years to come.”
Emerald Team Manager and new auxiliary member Sharon Haslam said the auxiliary plays an important role in the town.
“As Team Manager, I know the lifesaving impact of auxiliary projects such as making more defibrillators accessible,” she said.
“I’m honoured to help this fantastic work continue well into the future and am excited to see all we achieve.”
Volunteering with an AV auxiliary offers new challenges, a strong sense of purpose and real involvement in the community.
While the group has recently welcomed new members, the door is always open to anyone interested in joining.
Those wanting more details can RSVP to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting at the Emerald AV branch at 7pm on 21 August.
To RSVP, call 1300 566 435 or email auxiliaries@ambulance.vic.gov.au
More information about Ambulance Auxiliaries is available at:
www.ambulance.vic.gov.au/ambulance-victoria-auxiliaries
