How to Help Someone Who Is Choking – First Aid Guidelines

Posted on 9th June 2026 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid Info

Choking can happen to anyone, at any age, and without warning — during a meal, while playing, or even in the middle of a conversation. Knowing how to respond quickly and correctly could be the difference between life and death. At Coastal First Aid, we follow the latest Australian and New Zealand Committee on Resuscitation … Continue reading →

When an Opera Singer Steals the Show — and Saves a Life

Posted on 5th June 2026 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid News

Portrait of a young man wearing a black t-shirt on a white background

It’s not every day a 21-year-old aspiring opera singer performs two showstoppers before lunchtime. But that’s exactly what Freddy Shaw did on the morning of 4 June 2026 — and one of those performances was considerably more dramatic than anything on stage. The Story: A Hero Hits All the Right Notes As the Manly Observer … Continue reading →

What to Expect on the Day of Your First Aid Course in Port Macquarie

Posted on 16th May 2026 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid Info

Smiling woman holding a first aid Statement of Attainment certificate

You’re looking to book your first aid course in Port Macquarie — great move! But if it’s your first time (or it’s been a few years), you might be wondering what the day actually looks like. Here’s everything you need to know before you walk through the door at our first aid courses. Whether you’re … Continue reading →

Snakebite in the Bush: Why Good First Aid and Fast Action Matter

Posted on 30th December 2025 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid News

Eastern brown snake curled on the ground, a highly venomous Australian snake

A recent incident in Morton National Park is a strong reminder of just how critical correct first aid can be when things go wrong in the Australian outdoors. As ABC News report, a bushwalker was bitten twice by an eastern brown snake (Pseudonaja textilis) and survived largely due to early first aid and very rapid … Continue reading →

Critical First Aid Lessons from the Bondi Beach Tragedy

Posted on 22nd December 2025 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid Info

Aerial view of emergency services and a crowd responding to a major incident with police and ambulance vehicles

The tragic events at Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025, remind us that emergency preparedness can save lives. While nothing can diminish the profound loss felt by the victims’ families and the Jewish community, we can honor those affected by learning from the emergency response and ensuring we’re better prepared to help when crisis strikes. … Continue reading →

Major Update to ANZCOR Guideline 9.2.3: What’s Changed for First Aiders

Posted on 12th December 2025 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid News

Two first aiders treating a casualty lying on the ground for shock

The Australian and New Zealand Committee on Resuscitation (ANZCOR) has released a significant update to their first aid guidelines for recognizing and managing seriously ill persons. This update consolidates and expands previous guidance, making it more practical and comprehensive for first aiders in the community. What’s New? ANZCOR has merged two separate guidelines into one … Continue reading →

How To Find An AED

Posted on 8th December 2025 by coastalfa Posted in First Aid Info

Illustrated community map graphic encouraging people to find an AED nearby

When someone experiences sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can be the difference between life and death, but only if you can find one quickly. In Australia, thousands of AEDs are located in public spaces, but knowing how to locate them in an emergency is crucial. What is an AED? … Continue reading →