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Find out about the latest news and developments from around our health service.

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  • Country health champions honoured at WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards 12 May 2025 WA Country Health Service nurses and midwives have again proved they are among the best of the best, claiming two categories at the 2025 WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards.
  • 'Yarn with a purpose' strengthening communication in Aboriginal healthcare 08 May 2025 WA Country Health Service and The WA Centre for Rural Health Clinical Yarning Implementation Research team have partnered to provide Clinical Yarning training to clinical health staff across the Midwest.
  • 2025 Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards - Consumer Appreciation Award 07 May 2025 Part of our Kimberley Palliative Care Service team, Clinical Nurse Abbey Robinson has distinguished herself as a champion of person- and family-centred care.
  • Alison's legacy stitched into the hearts of many 05 May 2025 After 26 incredible years of unwavering commitment, compassion and excellence, WA Country Health Service bids a heartfelt farewell to Wellington Physiotherapist Alison Smith.
  • Endorsed Midwife Wendy makes a significant step forward for Pilbara mums and bubs 05 May 2025 A year after diving into her new role, Newman-based Endorsed Midwife Wendy Hoey is making a meaningful difference in the lives of families in the East Pilbara.

More WACHS News

  • An artist's rendering of what the completed Collie Health Srvice redevelopment will look like with various characters as stand-ins for health professionals around a large workstation.
    Main works tender awarded for Collie Health Service redevelopment 01 March 2022 Collie Health Service is another step closer to state-of-the-art upgrades with local builder Perkins (WA) Pty Ltd awarded the tender for construction works.
  • Image of a small child in bed having their temperature taken by an adult with a thermometer.
    COVID-19 in children 25 February 2022 Children, much like adults, are at-risk of getting COVID-19 but most recover very well and can be cared for safely at home.
  • Mum, dad, baby and nurse in operating room
    Telehealth helps Meekatharra mum give birth to healthy baby boy 21 February 2022 When expectant mother Zana Mippy presented to Meekatharra Hospital in the late stages of labour, it was too late for a transfer to a birthing centre. So, a senior midwife from the Midwifery and Obstetrics Emergency Telehealth Service (MOETS) team in Perth dialled in to provide support to the team on the ground through the delivery.
  • New paramedic support for Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek 21 February 2022 The towns of Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek will receive additional support from specialist paramedics, as WA Country Health Service (WACHS) continues to implement the Country Ambulance Strategy: Striving for Equity in Country WA.
  • Exterior of Broome Health Campus with garden in foreground and building in background
    Leadership changes in the Kimberley 21 February 2022 WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Kimberley Regional Director Bec Smith will step down from her role after almost 20 years dedicated to advancing healthcare across one of Australia’s most complex and remote regions.
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Last Updated: 24/01/2024
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