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

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  • Geraldton Health Campus redevelopment now fully operational 22 September 2026 The $192 million transformation of Geraldton Health Campus is complete and delivering quality care.
  • A group of medical professionals in discussion stand around a hospital bed with medical equipment
    Skills course takes new Geraldton ICU team to expert level 22 September 2026 As WA Country Health Service prepared to open the new Intensive Care Unit and High Dependency Unit (ICU/HDU) at Geraldton Health Campus, staff recently undertook the inaugural Basic Assessment and Support in Intensive Care (BASIC) Course. The course brought together nursing, allied health and medical staff who will form part of the new ICU/HDU team, providing a valuable opportunity to build relati...
  • South West speech pathologist opens up on swallow study 22 September 2026 A video fluoroscopic swallow study may sound like a mouthful, but for WA Country Health Service speech pathologist Emily Jackson, it’s a core part of the care she provides in her community.
  • Panda Warmers donated to country hospitals 21 September 2026 Five hospitals in country WA will receive brand new, highly advanced neonatal equipment thanks to a generous donation.
  • Dental project in Central Great Southern reaches key milestone 18 September 2026 A dental health initiative funded through the Early Years Partnership (EYP) has reached a significant milestone, with more than 600 children aged 0-4 years in the Central Great Southern region having accessed free oral care.

More WACHS News

  • South West junior doctor recognised nationally 18 October 2022 A young WA Country Health Service doctor has been named Western Australia’s Junior Doctor of the Year by one of the country’s leading medical education councils.
  • Inpatient Telehealth Service allows Wheatbelt local to pass away peacefully with loved ones 17 October 2022 When Lake Grace mother Mary Naisbitt traded city life for the farm, she found her new home and thanks to telehealth services, she was able to spend her last days in her community, surrounded by her family.
  • An image of healthcare workers smiling
    Celebrating rural women in regional Western Australia 15 October 2022 Today, 15 October, we’re proud to mark the International Day of Rural Women.
  • Five peer support workers standing in front of Aboriginal artwork outside health service
    Peer support workers to strengthen Midwest mental health services 14 October 2022 The Midwest will soon welcome a group of peer support workers to its Mental Health and Community Alcohol and Drug service, boosting support for patients and carers
  • Family outside
    Pilbara clinicians using telehealth to connect with remote patients 12 October 2022 By combining telehealth technology and the expertise of healthcare specialists, WA Country Health Service (WACHS) has been able to help frontline staff advance their skills – regardless of where they are located or how isolated their communities are.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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