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  • HEALTH ALERT: Protect yourself against extreme heat 03 November 2026 Update as at: 14:29pm, Wednesday 4 November 2026. Heatwave ADVICE – STAY INFORMED. Higher temperatures are forecast for Wednesday and Thursday in locations between Roebourne and Wickham, to Karratha and Dampier.
  • Country PatHS expands to support more regional patients 02 November 2026 The State Government is expanding Country Patient Health Support (Country PatHS), a comprehensive journey and care co-ordination service that supports at-risk patients travelling to Perth for specialist healthcare.
  • A young woman bandages the arm of a small boy facing away from the camera, with another woman visible on screen behind providing clinical support
    Innovative country health program puts virtual care in regional hands 29 October 2026 Kalgoorlie-based Occupational Therapist Grace Fox can confidently provide complex hand therapy closer to home for Goldfields patients, thanks to WA Country Health Service's innovative Telehands Program.
  • A group of five young to middle-aged women in smart casual attire stand together smiling with conference credentials on lanyards around their necks
    Regional OTs bring a hands-on approach to the Australian Hand Therapy Association Conference 28 October 2026 Highlighting the organisation’s commitment to continuous improvement, WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Occupational Therapists recently helped to convene the annual Australian Hand Therapy Association (AHTA) conference.
  • An artist's render of a clinical room shows a male figure sitting behind a computer facing a separate room behind an internal window
    Contract for MRI suite to deliver needed healthcare in Port Hedland 26 October 2026 ADCO Constructions has been appointed to deliver a new MRI suite at Hedland Health Campus.

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  • Rebecca Clinch smiling, holding her NAIDOC Perth 2022 Nursing and Midwifery Award
    Aboriginal health advocate recognised by NAIDOC Perth Awards 08 July 2022 NAIDOC Perth has recognised WA Country Health Service’s (WACHS) Aboriginal Mental Health Officer Rebecca Clinch as one of 14 trailblazing leaders in their annual awards this year.
  • Pilot program to help regional aged care residents live independently for longer
    Pilot program harnesses technology to help regional aged care residents live independently for longer 06 July 2022 A WA Country Health Service (WACHS) pilot program is trialling the use of technology to support older Western Australians to live as independently as possible in residential aged care. The $100,000 pilot program will enhance the existing model of care through the use of an innovative assistive technology solution to help identify and respond to residents’ needs. The technology, created by InteliCare, utilises discreet sensors, emergency alerts, and health devices to detect incidents and give staff a better understanding of residents’ daily routines. The information and insights generated will be used to help staff detect and respond proactively to changes in behaviour. WACHS Manager Clinical Telehealth Development, Kate Hawkings, said by harnessing digital opportunities, WACHS is supporting country residents to safely age in their local community, surrounded by family and sup...
  • WACHS celebrates Aboriginal leadership this NAIDOC Week 04 July 2022 NAIDOC Week is held every year in June to acknowledge the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
  • Thank you to the extraordinary staff at Kununurra Hospital
    WACHS provides high quality care and support in Kununurra 04 July 2022 Staff at Kununurra Hospital have received high praise and been recognised for their work in providing high quality care and support to their community.
  • Free flu vaccines until end of July social media tile
    Free flu jab program extended for country WA 30 June 2022 Country communities can keep accessing free flu jabs until the end of July.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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