Reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland, Victoria
Reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland, Victoria
The issue
I have been a dedicated blood donor for 40 years, with over 26 of those years spent donating at the Mildura donation centre. This act of giving is deeply personal and meaningful to me, as it is for many others who selflessly contribute to saving lives. However, I'm disheartened that Portland, Victoria currently lacks a blood donation service.
Portland is part of a beautiful and vibrant community located in a region where the nearest blood donation centres are growing increasingly out of reach. The nearest centres in Warrnambool, Mount Gambier, and Hamilton all require over an hour's drive, making it inconvenient and a significant barrier for willing donors in Portland. This distance not only discourages regular donations but also potentially impacts the supply of blood needed to support healthcare facilities across Victoria.
The importance of having accessible blood donation services cannot be overstated. Blood donations save lives and the availability of a nearby donor centre is crucial to maintaining a steady and reliable supply. By reinstating a blood donor centre in Portland, we can make donating easier for the residents of Portland and the surrounding areas, thereby fostering a community that supports and uplifts each other through this vital service.
Statistically, every donation can save up to three lives. With such impactful potential, shouldn't we aim to facilitate rather than hinder these life-saving contributions? Given the need for blood across hospitals and healthcare centres, supporting this cause is not just a matter of convenience, but of public health and welfare.
We urge the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood and local government authorities to reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland. By re-establishing this service, we can encourage more donors and ultimately help save more lives throughout the region and beyond.
Sign this petition to show your support for a blood donation service in Portland, Victoria and help us make a positive change in our community. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to give the gift of life without the burden of distance.
Portland is part of a beautiful and vibrant community located in a region where the nearest blood donation centres are growing increasingly out of reach. The nearest centres in Warrnambool, Mount Gambier, and Hamilton all require over an hour's drive, making it inconvenient and a significant barrier for willing donors in Portland. This distance not only discourages regular donations but also potentially impacts the supply of blood needed to support healthcare facilities across Victoria.
The importance of having accessible blood donation services cannot be overstated. Blood donations save lives and the availability of a nearby donor centre is crucial to maintaining a steady and reliable supply. By reinstating a blood donor centre in Portland, we can make donating easier for the residents of Portland and the surrounding areas, thereby fostering a community that supports and uplifts each other through this vital service.
Statistically, every donation can save up to three lives. With such impactful potential, shouldn't we aim to facilitate rather than hinder these life-saving contributions? Given the need for blood across hospitals and healthcare centres, supporting this cause is not just a matter of convenience, but of public health and welfare.
We urge the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood and local government authorities to reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland. By re-establishing this service, we can encourage more donors and ultimately help save more lives throughout the region and beyond.
Sign this petition to show your support for a blood donation service in Portland, Victoria and help us make a positive change in our community. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to give the gift of life without the burden of distance.
Hugh MiddletonPetition starter
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The issue
I have been a dedicated blood donor for 40 years, with over 26 of those years spent donating at the Mildura donation centre. This act of giving is deeply personal and meaningful to me, as it is for many others who selflessly contribute to saving lives. However, I'm disheartened that Portland, Victoria currently lacks a blood donation service.
Portland is part of a beautiful and vibrant community located in a region where the nearest blood donation centres are growing increasingly out of reach. The nearest centres in Warrnambool, Mount Gambier, and Hamilton all require over an hour's drive, making it inconvenient and a significant barrier for willing donors in Portland. This distance not only discourages regular donations but also potentially impacts the supply of blood needed to support healthcare facilities across Victoria.
The importance of having accessible blood donation services cannot be overstated. Blood donations save lives and the availability of a nearby donor centre is crucial to maintaining a steady and reliable supply. By reinstating a blood donor centre in Portland, we can make donating easier for the residents of Portland and the surrounding areas, thereby fostering a community that supports and uplifts each other through this vital service.
Statistically, every donation can save up to three lives. With such impactful potential, shouldn't we aim to facilitate rather than hinder these life-saving contributions? Given the need for blood across hospitals and healthcare centres, supporting this cause is not just a matter of convenience, but of public health and welfare.
We urge the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood and local government authorities to reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland. By re-establishing this service, we can encourage more donors and ultimately help save more lives throughout the region and beyond.
Sign this petition to show your support for a blood donation service in Portland, Victoria and help us make a positive change in our community. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to give the gift of life without the burden of distance.
Portland is part of a beautiful and vibrant community located in a region where the nearest blood donation centres are growing increasingly out of reach. The nearest centres in Warrnambool, Mount Gambier, and Hamilton all require over an hour's drive, making it inconvenient and a significant barrier for willing donors in Portland. This distance not only discourages regular donations but also potentially impacts the supply of blood needed to support healthcare facilities across Victoria.
The importance of having accessible blood donation services cannot be overstated. Blood donations save lives and the availability of a nearby donor centre is crucial to maintaining a steady and reliable supply. By reinstating a blood donor centre in Portland, we can make donating easier for the residents of Portland and the surrounding areas, thereby fostering a community that supports and uplifts each other through this vital service.
Statistically, every donation can save up to three lives. With such impactful potential, shouldn't we aim to facilitate rather than hinder these life-saving contributions? Given the need for blood across hospitals and healthcare centres, supporting this cause is not just a matter of convenience, but of public health and welfare.
We urge the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood and local government authorities to reinstate the blood donor centre in Portland. By re-establishing this service, we can encourage more donors and ultimately help save more lives throughout the region and beyond.
Sign this petition to show your support for a blood donation service in Portland, Victoria and help us make a positive change in our community. Together, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to give the gift of life without the burden of distance.
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Petition created on 27 January 2026