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  • Man and woman wearing sunglasses standing in front of Kimberley landscape.
    First pharmacist completes Resident Training Program in country WA 20 April 2026 The first pharmacist to complete the WA Country Health Service Resident Training Program found the Kimberley lifestyle so rewarding, he has decided to stay on in the region.
  • Expansion of Virtual Security Centre enhancing safety in rural and remote health sites 13 April 2026 WA Country Health Service is enhancing safety measures in country hospitals through the rapid expansion of its Virtual Security Centre (VSC).
  • A professional photo shows a bright, brand new modern health facility.
    Pilbara's new residential service boosts regional mental health care 10 April 2026 The Karratha Step Up/Step Down (SUSD) service is complete, delivering a purpose-built residential mental health care facility for the community.
  • Group of staff standing in front of window.
    Dr Florence Van Schie calls time on a career in country mental health care 08 April 2026 Mental health staff in the Wheatbelt gathered recently to farewell Dr Florence Van Schie and thank her for more than a decade of outstanding service.
  • New Laverton Hospital powers up 01 April 2026 Construction of the new $63.6 million Laverton Hospital has reached a key milestone with the building now connected to mains power.

More WACHS News

  • Five staff from Margaret River Hospital in hallway of ward
    Margaret River residents invited to participate in South West health service planning workshops 16 September 2021 The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is calling on residents from Margaret River and the surrounding areas to participate in workshops designed to help guide the future of South West health services.
  • Young woman receives COVID-19 vaccine from nurse
    Vaccinating the Dampier Peninsula 13 September 2021 There’s been a vaccine blitz on the Dampier Peninsula, with members of the Lombadina and Djarindjin communities continuing to roll up to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • Celebrating excellence in palliative care 08 September 2021 Three WA Country Health Service (WACHS) clinicians have been honoured at the National Palliative Care Awards, acknowledging the outstanding contributions each have made in their field.
  • Three people stand outside tent
    Talking COVID-19 vaccines at Dowerin Field Days 08 September 2021 Footy took a back seat at Dowerin’s football oval last month, with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) staff setting up an on-field marquee to talk with the community about COVID-19 vaccines.
  • WACHS staff gathered in front of screens.
    Bunbury Regional Hospital's BIONIC improves patient flow 03 September 2021 We’re continuing to put patient care at the forefront of all that we do at Bunbury Regional Hospital with the introduction of our own 24/7 specialist patient flow hub, BIONIC.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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