Hatzolah celebrates 30 years of lifesaving service

Hatzolah proudly celebrated 30 years of lifesaving service with a spectacular anniversary gala dinner, attended by more than 800 guests from across the community.

The event was a heartfelt tribute to the responders – past and present, whose dedication, skill and compassion have made Hatzolah an essential pillar of community safety.

The evening’s program celebrated three decades of extraordinary achievement, showcasing how Hatzolah has grown from a small group of volunteers into a highly trained, professional emergency response service. Through video presentations, stories and emotional reflections, guests were reminded of the countless lives touched and saved by Hatzolah’s responders over the years.

Musical entertainment was provided by American performer Aryeh Kunstler.

A highlight of the evening was the official launch of Hatzolah’s new Code Blue Unit, an initiative designed to extend lifesaving care beyond the traditional Caulfield and St Kilda response zones.

This new unit will enable Hatzolah to respond rapidly to cardiac and critical emergencies across a broader geographic area.

The introduction of the Code Blue Unit marks a significant milestone in Hatzolah’s mission, strengthening its ability to deliver advanced pre-hospital care wherever it is needed.

Speakers throughout the evening expressed deep gratitude to the responders, supporters and families who make Hatzolah’s work possible.

The event also served as an opportunity to look forward to the organisation’s next chapter of growth, innovation and community collaboration.

Hatzolah’s Miri Eckstein said, “As Hatzolah enters its fourth decade, its guiding principles remain unchanged: compassion, professionalism and a steadfast commitment to saving lives.

“The success of the 30th anniversary gala dinner was both a tribute to the past and a bold step toward the future of community-based emergency care.”

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