Proudly Sponsored By:
Hands on Heart Australia
Free CPR
An Initiative of the Mildura Lions Club Vic Australia
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The primary goal of this community initiative is to equip people with basic CPR skills to enhance the survival rate of those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest in Mildura and surrounding areas.
Hands on Heart Australia is a free CPR community program that began in May 2023.
Become A Heart Hero!
CPR awareness and performance remains low in our community.
When someone suffers a cardiac arrest or heart attack, whether in public or at home, their survival heavily depends on bystanders stepping up to administer urgent, potentially life-saving CPR.
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Statistics show that 95% of the time, CPR is performed on someone the rescuer knows or loves—this could be a family member, a colleague, or a friend.
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Administering CPR can drastically improve survival rates.
It could be your hands that make the difference.
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Become a Heart Hero today and be prepared to save a life!
Our Story
Graeme Tulloch, a secondary school teacher in Mildura, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while cycling on Walnut Avenue.
Bystanders performed CPR for eight minutes, saving his life. Inspired by the near-death experience and the passing of Shane Warne, Graeme decided to promote CPR awareness.
Understanding that 95% of CPR cases involve someone known to the rescuer, he made it his mission to offer free CPR training. Teaming up with his friend Phil Kettle, who also lost a loved one to cardiac arrest, they founded Hands on Heart Australia.
Supported by the Mildura Lions Club, Angela Izard First Aid, and local sponsors, this non-profit provides free CPR training to the community, with a focus on educating children.
Left: Graeme Tulloch Middle: Doug Harry Right: Phil Kettle
Our Mission
Hands on Heart Australia, a community initiative by the Mildura Lions Club, is dedicated to improving survival rates for individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest in Mildura and the surrounding areas.
We are committed to offering free CPR training to increase the number of people equipped to respond effectively in emergencies. Our goal is to train an additional 2,000 individuals in basic CPR over the next three years, empowering our community with the skills and confidence to save lives.
Hands on Heart Australia is a not-for-profit initiative run by volunteers and supported by donations from businesses and individuals, ensuring our CPR courses remain free for all.
Book Now
Take a step towards becoming a Heart Hero!
Book your free CPR course now and be prepared to save a life.
First Aid Services Mildura
Angela Izard
Angela Izard provides a personalized and approachable first aid training.
With 15 years of training experience and a focus on creating a friendly and relaxed environment, ensuring no one feels intimidated and everyone achieves their best.
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Ph: 0408 502 868
Email: ajizard@bigpond.com​
Our Impact
At Hands on Heart Australia, we are proud to have a meaningful and positive impact on our community. Our reach extends to a wide range of schools and community groups, fostering educational growth and community engagement.
Below is a glimpse of the organizations we are privileged to support.
Each count represents a person equipped with life-saving skills, ready to make a difference in their community.
Join us and become a Heart Hero today!
Schools
We partner with a variety of local schools to equip both Primary and Secondary age students with the skills and resources to perform CPR.
Our commitment to these institutions gives students a life skill.
Community Groups
In addition to our work with schools, we are actively involved with several community groups. These partnerships enable us to extend our support and resources beyond the classroom, enriching the wider community.
Media
Stay updated with the latest news and articles about HOHA.
Explore newspaper articles featuring our initiatives and achievements, highlighting our impact and outreach.
We are committed to sharing our journey and successes through various media outlets.
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