Automated External Defibrillators Mandatory from January 2026

South Australian Business News
Thursday, July 3rd 2025
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From 1 January 2026, new legislation in SA will require Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in specific government, commercial, and privately owned facilities — with penalties of up to $20,000 for non-compliance.

SA Business Chamber are working closely with St John Ambulance to ensure your business has the right advice and is equipped to meet its safety and legal compliance obligations.

NEW MEMBER OFFER

As part of our new member offer through the Chamber, you can speak to the AED experts at St John to understand your business needs and help you design the best solution for you.

As a South Australian Business Chamber member, you will receive:

  • up to 30% off RRP, with a minimum 10% discount across all AED devices and accessories
  • free advice, guidance and education around AEDs and the new legislation in SA
  • complimentary site assessments
  • ongoing service solutions tailored to your business needs
  • support from initial enquiry, to implementation, through to future maintenance, service and support options

How to access this member offer?

To take full advantage of this new member offer, log in to the SABC Member Portal*, access the Member Offers page and follow the steps to claim this exclusive discount. 

*Note: We have recently updated our member portal to enhance your experience. For accessing the portal, all users must register and create a new password. If you need further assistance, follow the login steps here.

Access member offer

Interested but not a member?

At the South Australian Business Chamber, we advocate, protect, educate, and connect SA businesses, helping them reach their full potential. 

If you are interested in unlocking this offer plus a suite of other business-saving benefits, you can become a member today. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Member Services team at customerservice@​sabusinesschamber.​com.​au or 08 8300 0000.

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