The Council of Ambulance Authorities

09/09/2026

The CAA were happy to announce the winner of our best exhibition booth at the 2026 Congress in Canberra, Gold Sponsor, SDSI.

Having proudly partnered with the CAA for nearly two decades through events such as Congress, the Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner and the Women in Leadership Symposium, the CAA always value the opportunity to hear about SDSI's latest innovations and industry-leading initiatives.

SDSI is dedicated to providing ambulance, police, and fire agencies with the digital resources they need to keep their communities safe. As a value-added reseller of the world’s premier emergency service softwares, a customised software developer, and a provider of 24/7 technical support, SDSI plays a pivotal part in allowing these agencies to operate to the best of their ability.

Learn more about SDSI: www.sdsi.com.au/

09/09/2026

We're looking forward to welcoming the Australasian College of Paramedicine to Adelaide and attending their conference, ACPIC26. Registrations are now open, with the conference taking place from 15-18 September 2026.

Bringing together paramedics, educators, researchers, students and industry leaders to learn, connect and help shape the future of paramedicine. The four-day program includes a Research Symposium, interactive workshops, conference sessions, networking opportunities and a Gala Dinner, providing valuable opportunities to earn CPD, gain new insights and connect with peers from across the region. Selected sessions will also be available online.

Learn more and register if you haven't already: www.paramedics.org/ACPIC26

Just a fortnight to go until ACPIC26 arrives in !

From the Research Symposium and workshops to our Welcome Event, Gala Dinner and Women in Paramedicine Breakfast, there’s plenty to look forward to.

Multiple registration options are available, including online registration. Find out more at paramedics.org/ACPIC26

A huge thank you to Business Events Adelaide for helping us bring this conference to South Australia.

📸 Photo by James R on Unsplash

03/09/2026

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02/09/2026

Thank you to Corvanta, one of our Gold Sponsors, for supporting the recent CAA Congress in Canberra.

Corvanta partners with out-of-hospital care providers, to advance and deliver the technology they need to deliver timely, integrated, patient-centric services to improve healthcare outcomes.

Learn more: https://corvanta.com/

01/09/2026

Have you read our recent edition of First Magazine?

Featuring Dan Pallister-Coward, Chief Executive of Wellington Free Ambulance. We learn about Dan's return to ambulance, the navigation of challenges, and his time so far with Wellington Free Ambulance. Dan has extensive leadership experience across emergency services and the wider health sector, and has dedicated his career to serving communities throughout New Zealand.

"Regardless of the organisation or industry, people want to feel valued, listened to, heard, engaged, and part of something bigger than themselves".

Read more: www.caa.net.au/first

31/08/2026

Our 2026 Congress and Awards for Excellence photo library is now live.

Take a look back at some of the memorable moments from an incredible few days in Canberra, connecting with leaders, colleagues, and partners from across the Ambulance health sector.

View the gallery: https://loom.ly/h7O7b5Q

29/08/2026

Our Take 5 for Hand Hygiene campaign highlights the critical moments that matter most in patient care, supporting paramedics to apply effective hand hygiene at the right time and reinforcing that gloves are not a substitute for clean hands.

To further strengthen capability, we’ve linked to the National Hand Hygiene Initiative (NHHI) Learning Management System on our website, an external platform delivering nationally consistent, evidence‑based education in hand hygiene and infection prevention and control. The modules are designed for both clinical and non‑clinical healthcare workers, supporting orientation, ongoing learning, and workforce training requirements to help reduce the risk of healthcare‑associated infections.

Find out more here: www.caa.net.au/take5

28/08/2026

Congress is made possible through the support of outstanding partners.

Thank you to this year's Platinum Sponsor Mercedes-Benz Vans Australia, for supporting this year's Congress and helping bring our industry together.

One of the world’s largest manufacturers of commercial vehicles, offering tailored fleet solutions for new and existing customers.

Well done to participants who made the leaderboard in Mercedes-Benz Vans' car simulation.

26/08/2026

Step confidently into your future at the Women in Leadership Symposium. A dynamic, one-day event crafted for ambitious, mid-level women aspiring to senior leadership roles in the Ambulance health sector.

Connect with inspiring leaders, learn from their international experiences, and take away practical knowledge to advance within your organisation. You'll leave energised, empowered, and truly equipped to shape your leadership journey.

Be part of the conversation in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday 19 November. Register now: https://loom.ly/JWTyRf8

21/08/2026

The 2026 Winter edition of First Magazine is here.

Inside, Dan Pallister-Coward shares his insights on leadership, reflection, and the impact of Wellington Free Ambulance. We also hear from two recipients of the 2025 Women in Leadership Scholarship and explore how CAA member services are supporting their people through mental health and wellbeing initiatives.

Read the latest edition: www.caa.net.au/first