Donating your Organs By choosing to be an organ donor you may save or improve the lives of up to 10 people who have serious or life-threatening illnesses. For people with serious or life-threatening illnesses, organ or tissue transplantation may mean a second chance at life, or an improved quality of life. More than 30,000 Australians have received transplants in the last sixty years, and improved survival rates now mean that most recipients of organs or tissue can look forward to many years of productive life. By choosing to record your intentions on the Donor Register, you will be making a contribution to the Australian community, even if you never end up becoming a donor. It is still important to discuss your wishes with your family. If they are aware of your desire to be a donor they can ensure your wishes are considered. Who can register on the Australian Organ Donor Register? Registrations received from people under the age of 16 years will not be recorded on the Donor Register. Only persons who are aged 18 years or over can register consent (or objection) on the Donor Register. Your signature will be required to record your legal consent (or objection) to organ and/or tissue donation for transplantation. If you register online, a form will be mailed to you to obtain your signature. Alternatively, you can download the form below, complete and return to: Reply Paid 711, Hobart TAS 7001. If you are 16 or 17 years old, you can register your intention (or objection) to donate. Consent will be discussed with a family member at the time of death. Your signature will be required to record your intention (or objection) to organ and/or tissue donation for transplantation. If you register online, a form will be mailed to you, to obtain your signature. Alternatively, you can download the form below, complete and return to: Reply Paid 711, Hobart TAS 7001. Sign up to save a life There are two easy ways to include your details on the Australian Organ Donor Register. Click the buttons below to: Register using a secure online facility. Download the form and send it by mail to Reply Paid 711, Hobart TAS 7001 leave it at your nearest Medicare office; or fax to 03 6215 5693 For enquiries please call: 1800 777 203 Futher Information If you require more information about any aspect of organ and tissue donation, please contact with: Victorian Organ Donation Service - LifeGift Australian Red Cross Blood Service 538 Swanston St CARLTON VIC 3053 Phone: 1300 133 050 (number restricted to VIC and TAS callers only) Email: VODS@arcbs.redcross.org.au