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

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  • Leading with culture, care and connection 07 August 2026 The National Day of Recognition for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (7 August) celebrates and acknowledges the achievements, dedication and contribution of Aboriginal Health Workers and Health Practitioners in advocating for, and providing equitable healthcare to, Aboriginal people and their communities.
  • Five people from the South West Aged Care team standing in a line outside the front of the building.
    Helping older people age well across country WA 06 August 2026 This Aged Care Employee Day, we are celebrating the people at the heart of aged care across country WA.
  • Esperance Clinical Nurse Manager leaves lasting mark on country health 05 August 2026 Esperance Clinical Nurse Manager Chris Vye hung up her scrubs last week after a standout career that spanned the country and will leave a lasting mark on the rural health service.
  • Four people in a photo grid smiling at the camera
    Moving cultural responsibility beyond Aboriginal staff 05 August 2026 Say hello to Hari, Daniella, Martine and Donna – four of our Aboriginal Health Champions Program (AHCP) participants.
  • Emma outside holding award.
    A healthy dose of leadership recognition for Public Health Manager Emma Croager 04 August 2026 Kimberley Public Health Manager Emma Croager has found her place in the sun in more ways than one – taking home the 2026 Excellence in Health Promotion – Leadership Award from the Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA).

More WACHS News

  • Aerial photograph of Derby community health service building
    New $3.7 million Derby community health service building one step closer with final works commencing 20 August 2021 Derby residents are a step closer to being able to access local health services at a brand new community health centre, with the main facility installed and final works commencing.
  • Siemens CT scanner on white background
    New CT scanners to benefit regional patients 13 August 2021 Patients in the Goldfields, Midwest and Wheatbelt are will benefit from the rollout of the three brand new computed tomography (CT) scanners.
  • Two midwives check a newborn baby's hearing in a hospital crib
    Carnarvon Midwifery Group Practice already delivering results - and babies 11 August 2021 The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) has launched the latest Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) in Carnarvon – giving expectant women and their families in the Midwest access to holistic birthing care.
  • Rebecca Clinch, Healing Right Way Aboriginal Brain Injury Coordinator, and Justin Kickett, stroke survivor and Healing Right Way Research Assistant.
    "Healing Right Way" for Aboriginal Australians with brain injury 11 August 2021 The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) has partnered with Edith Cowan University (ECU) to improve rehabilitation for Aboriginal Australians following stroke or traumatic brain injury.
  • Clifford and Judith at the Elizabeth Hansen Autumn Centre.
    WA Country Health Service pilot project improving emotional wellbeing for Aboriginal consumers at Elizabeth Hansen Autumn Centre 11 August 2021 The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) has launched a pilot to improve social connection for country Aboriginal patients staying at the Elizabeth Hansen Autumn Centre (EHAC) in Perth while accessing specialist medical treatment.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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