Ararat Basketball Association has received a life-saving defibrillator.
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Member for Western Victoria Jaala Pulford announced the association was one of 100 clubs across the state to receive the life-saving device.
“Early intervention greatly increases the likelihood of survival during cardiac arrest,” Mrs Pulford said.
“Having a defibrillator means players, parents and spectators can step in and take action until paramedics arrive.
“Defibrillators at local sports clubs keep players safe and spectators protected, but they’re also a vital tool for the community.
“Each device will be registered with Ambulance Victoria’s database, giving triple zero operators a handy guide of where to find one when an emergency strikes nearby.”
Sports clubs in Western Victoria that already have defibrillators are encouraged to ensure their devices are registered.
“The Ararat Basketball Association is a great local institution that sits at the heart of my electorate and I’m thrilled to be able to give the club extra security in case an emergency strikes,” Ms Pulford said.