The blood donor centre at Sydney Swans HQ in Moore Park has collected nearly 7,600 blood and plasma donations in its inaugural year, saving more than 22,700 lives and becoming the top-performing new facility in Australia.
The centre recently marked its first anniversary, celebrating a year of significant community impact. Opened in 2023, it is the first blood donor centre in the southern hemisphere to be located within an elite sports precinct.
Impressive Performance
Despite its small size, the Moore Park centre has outperformed other new facilities across the country. With only six chairs, it can accommodate up to 22,000 donations annually, potentially saving 66,000 lives.
The Sydney Swans have been strong supporters of the initiative. The club currently leads the AFL Blood Drive leaderboard with 78 donations, including a recent contribution from former player Brett Kirk.
Lifeblood reports that while Australia has over half a million active donors, the demand for blood products is rising. The organisation needs approximately 33,000 donations every week to meet the growing need for treatments of various life-threatening conditions.
In addition to saving lives, donors at the Moore Park centre have enjoyed nearly 10,000 party pies and sausage rolls, along with almost 3,000 chocolate milks and iced coffees during their visits.
How to Donate
To book a donation at the Sydney Swans HQ centre or any Lifeblood donor centre, interested individuals can call 13 14 95 or book online at Lifeblood.com.au. The DonateBlood app is also available for convenient scheduling.
Published 23-July-2024
