First aid hero performs CPR, meets man she saved weeks later

A ROUTINE Sunday table tennis tournament turned into an extraordinary moment of courage for Reddam House Bedfordview student, Sarah Hunkin, whose quick actions and first aid training helped save a man's life.

- SATURDAY STAR REPORTER

During the event, Sarah noticed a commotion across the hall. A fellow player, Rainer Sztab, had collapsed and was unresponsive. While others attempted to turn him onto his side, Sarah immediately stepped forward, identified herself as a trained first aider, and calmly took control of the situation.

After checking his airway, breathing and circulation, she realised he had no pulse — and began CPR. She continued chest compressions until the ambulance arrived. “It was like an instinct,” Sarah said.

“My training taught me exactly what to do, and in that moment all I could focus on was following the steps and trying my best to help him.”