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Legal Advice Received & Update from Health Minister Regarding Commercial Buildings and AEDs Required

From 1 January 2026, new legislation will require many commercial buildings in Australia to have an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) installed on site. Recent guidance issued by the Minister for Health and Wellbeing has provided important clarification on which buildings are affected, helping landlords, property managers and business owners understand their obligations

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Important Industry Update: CellAED Enters Administration — What It Means for AED Owners

CellAED Manufacturer Rapid Response Revival Enters Administration Defibrillators Australia wishes to inform customers and the wider community that Rapid Response Revival, the manufacturer of the CellAED® portable defibrillator, has entered voluntary administration as of 2025. This unexpected development has raised uncertainty around the availability of new CellAED units, ongoing product support, and replacement accessories such as pads and

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What is a Defibrillator? Everything You Need to Know

Why Defibrillators Save Lives Imagine someone collapsing suddenly, their heart ceasing to beat effectively. This is a scenario where every second counts, and unfortunately all to common. In Australia, more than 26,000 people experience out-of-hospital cardiac arrests annually, with a survival rate of only about 10%. Immediate intervention with a

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Why all police cars need AEDs

More than 30,000 people experience a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) outside of the hospital every year in Australia. A Sudden Cardiac Arrest victim’s chance of survival decreases by seven to 10 percent for every minute without defibrillation. With an average response time of seven minutes by EMS, law enforcement is

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Our Articles category brings together a wide range of helpful resources designed to educate, inform and empower Australians when it comes to health, safety and emergency response. At Defibrillators Australia, we believe that the right knowledge can make all the difference in critical situations — and this is where you’ll find it.

From understanding how Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) work, through to mastering essential first aid skills such as CPR, our articles are written to be practical, clear and easy to follow. Whether you’re a first-time learner, a workplace health and safety officer, or simply someone who wants to feel more confident in emergencies, these resources will guide you step by step.

We regularly publish content that covers common questions, best practices, and updates to Australian guidelines so that you’re always learning the most up-to-date information. Topics include defibrillator maintenance, the benefits of having AEDs in the workplace, how to respond in a sudden cardiac arrest, and practical safety tips for schools, sporting clubs and community groups.

Our goal is to provide accessible education that supports a safer Australia. By reading our articles, you’ll gain valuable insights that prepare you to respond quickly and effectively when it matters most. Every minute counts in an emergency, and the more you know, the more confident you can be.

Start exploring our articles today and build the knowledge you need to protect the people around you — at home, at work or out in the community.