Resources
Defibrillator Appeal parkrunner testimonials
These messages of support from parkrunners who have donated to the parkrun Australia defibrillator appeal show just how important this fundraising campaign is. Thank you to everyone who has donated!
Colin's Story
Colin suffered a heart attack while walking at parkrun. Thanks to the quick reactions of those around him, Colin survived and is now on the road to recovery.
Colin has shared his story in the hope that his experience will help others who go through a similar medical episode, or who are with someone who does.
Fundraising story
More than $50,000 has been raised for the parkrun Australia defibrillator campaign thanks to the generosity of the parkrun community.
Saving a life at parkrun: Rod's story
Rod's life was saved by a parkrun defibrillator, which are compulsory devices at all parkruns globally. This short film tells the story of each person involved that morning, and invites you to donate to the parkrun Australia Defib Appeal.
Meeting the parkrunners who saved my life
Karl Robson took part in Wallaby Track parkrun when he was on a weekend away.
Shortly after the start he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, and was revived thanks to quick thinking parkrunners and the event’s defibrillator.
When Karl was cleared to drive again he returned to Wallaby Track to meet the people who saved his life…