Below is a curated list of organisations, contacts and resources relevant to Sudden Cardiac Arrest, CPR, AEDs and related health topics. We update this list regularly — if you’d like your organisation listed, see the note at the bottom of the page.
In any emergency, call 000 immediately.
Cardiac Arrest & Resuscitation
- Defibshop
Australia’s No.1 defibrillator store. Buy, hire and service TGA-approved AEDs. Expert paramedic advice. Available 24/7.
📞 1300 729 575 | www.defibshop.com.au - Community Defib Project
A not-for-profit organisation installing community-accessible defibrillators in vulnerable and remote communities across Australia — founded by paramedic Sophie Wills in partnership with Western Sydney University and the Defibshop. Over 150 community AEDs installed across 40+ communities, with free education and ongoing support for each site.
info@communitydefibproject.org.au | communitydefibproject.org.au - Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC)
The peak body for resuscitation guidelines in Australia. Publishes and maintains CPR and AED guidelines for healthcare providers and the public.
www.resus.org.au - ILCOR — International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation
The international body that coordinates resuscitation science and guidelines across Australia, the US, Europe and beyond. ARC guidelines are based on ILCOR consensus statements.
www.ilcor.org - New Zealand Resuscitation Council
The equivalent of Australia’s ARC for New Zealand — publishes CPR and resuscitation guidelines for NZ healthcare providers and community responders.
www.nzrc.org.nz - American Heart Association
A global leader in cardiac arrest research and public education. Publishes widely referenced guidelines on CPR, AED use and cardiovascular health.
www.heart.org
Heart Health
- National Heart Foundation of Australia
Australia’s leading heart health charity. Resources on heart disease prevention, healthy living, and support for people living with heart conditions.
📞 1300 36 27 87 | www.heartfoundation.org.au - Diabetes Australia
Diabetes significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and cardiac events. Diabetes Australia provides education, support and advocacy for people living with diabetes.
📞 1300 136 588 | www.diabetesaustralia.com.au
Allergy & Medical Emergencies
- ASCIA — Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy
The peak professional body for allergy and immunology in Australia and New Zealand. Anaphylaxis can trigger cardiac arrest — ASCIA publishes action plans and treatment guidelines.
www.allergy.org.au - Poisons Information Service
24-hour information and advice on poisoning, medication overdose and toxic exposures anywhere in Australia.
📞 13 11 26 — available 24 hours, 7 days - Epilepsy Australia
Information, support and advocacy for people living with epilepsy. Seizures can sometimes be mistaken for cardiac events — understanding the difference matters in an emergency.
📞 1300 37 45 37 | www.epilepsy.org.au
Children’s Health & Safety
- Kidsafe Australia
Australia’s leading child accident prevention organisation. Resources and campaigns to keep children safe at home, school and play.
www.kidsafe.com.au - Resus4Kids
Dedicated CPR and resuscitation resources focused on children — paediatric resuscitation guidelines, training information and emergency guidance.
www.resus4kids.com.au - Queensland Children’s Hospital (Brisbane)
Queensland’s specialist paediatric hospital — formerly Royal Children’s Hospital Brisbane.
📞 07 3636 8111 | www.childrens.health.qld.gov.au - Sydney Children’s Hospital — Randwick
Part of the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network — specialist paediatric care for NSW.
📞 02 9382 1111 | www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au - Children’s Hospital Westmead — Sydney
The other major Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network site, serving western Sydney and beyond.
📞 02 9845 0000 | www.schn.health.nsw.gov.au - Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne
Victoria’s specialist paediatric hospital — also provides referral services for Tasmanian patients.
📞 03 9345 5522 | www.rch.org.au
Training & Education
- International Paramedic College
Paramedic and first responder training across Australia. Available Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm AEDT.
📞 0413 244 994 | www.internationalparamediccollege.com.au
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