08/06/2026
Join us in celebrating Extended Care Paramedic, Ian and Volunteer Ambulance Officer, Elizabeth, two dedicated SAAS professionals honoured in today’s King’s Birthday Honours List with an Ambulance Service Medal.
Beginning his career as a paramedic, Ian has held multiple clinical and frontline roles in his 28 years of service. Ian has had a profound and enduring impact on the education, development, and clinical capability of SAAS, setting set the foundation for the standards of clinical practice SAAS provides to the community today. Ian also contributes hundreds of volunteer hours to support training, clinical development and post-case reflection.
Elizabeth volunteers with the Moonta Team in Green, providing front-line ambulance services to her local community. During the COVID 19 pandemic, Elizabeth continued to undertake her operational duties to ensure continuity of ambulance response was maintained, demonstrating a deep personal level of care and commitment. Elizabeth also mentors new volunteers, embodying what it is to be a SAAS volunteer every day.
Well done Ian and Elizabeth for your outstanding contributions to your community.👏👏