St John Banks Peninsula

St John Banks Peninsula – Lifesavers in Our Community

In Akaroa, at 9 Rue Lavaud, you’ll find the St John Banks Peninsula station. It is part of St John New Zealand, a charity that provides emergency ambulance services across the country. The team is ready to help the local community whenever emergencies happen.

What They Do

St John Banks Peninsula helps the community in several ways:

• Emergency Ambulance Services – responding to 111 calls and giving urgent medical care.

• Health Services – providing care and support to keep the community healthy.

• Community Support – working with local groups to meet wider health needs.

Every year, St John answers thousands of calls across New Zealand, making sure help is always available when it’s needed.

How You Can Help

You can support St John by:

• Donating to help fund ambulance services

• Volunteering your time

• Sharing information about their work

Why It Matters

St John Banks Peninsula is important because emergencies can happen at any time — on the roads, at home, or in the hills around Akaroa. Having a local ambulance service means help arrives faster. Their quick response can save lives, reduce injuries, and give peace of mind to everyone in the community.

Contact Information:

• Address: 9 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa

• Email: info@stjohn.org.nz