Editing Melbourne Victoria Emergency Information wiki (section)

=== Ambulance Charges ===
Just one trip in an ambulance can cost between AUD$670 to over $5,000, if an air ambulance is necessary.

Therefore, '''please check that you have sufficient travel insurance''', or you are covered by the [http://www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/public/migrants/visitors/uk.jsp Reciprocal Healthcare Agreement].

The Metropolitan Ambulance charges $871.15 for emergency road transport and $262.87 if they attend but do not transport you to hospital. Visit the [http://www.health.vic.gov.au/ambulance/fees.htm Victorian Ambulance website] for the most up to date fees.

==== Interpreter / Translator ====
* If a person is unable to speak English, they should call Triple Zero (000) from a fixed line, say ‘Police’, ‘Fire’ or ‘Ambulance’. Once connected to the nominated emergency service, stay on the line and a translator will be organised.