February 10, 2026
The Kingaroy Local Ambulance Committee (LAC) is calling on all South Burnett organisations to make sure their life-saving Automated External Defibrillators are registered with the Queensland Ambulance Service.
Registering your AED can save lives.
LAC member Leonie Gavioli said access to an AED can mean the difference between life and death.
Every year, hundreds of Queenslanders experience sudden heart attacks outside of hospital.
“When an AED is registered, its location is added to the QAS database,” Ms Gavioli said.
“This allows Triple Zero (000) call-takers to direct bystanders to the nearest available defibrillator while an ambulance is on the way.
“In a cardiac arrest, every minute without defibrillation reduces a person’s chance of survival by up to 10 per cent, so knowing exactly where an AED is located can save precious time.
“Registering an AED is a great way for businesses, schools, sporting clubs and community organisations to demonstrate their commitment to public safety.”
Defibrillators can be registered (and re-registered every 12 months) for free on the QAS website
Ms Gavioli said organisations could also contact the Kingaroy LAC if they required help with the registration process.
The Kingaroy LAC also runs regular AED and CPR training sessions for not-for-profit groups.
- For more information, contact the Kingaroy LAC by email
