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  • A man holds up his shirt sleeve showing a bandaid from having a recent injection , he is smiling and sitting in a  lawn chair in a backyard. A caption reads Flu immunisation is free in May and June.
    State Government launches Be Wise, Immunise to help WA beat the flu this winter 30 April 2026 Last year, WA experienced one of the worst flu seasons on record, resulting in our hospitals treating thousands of seriously ill patients of all ages. Getting vaccinated this winter is one the best ways to protect the community.
  • Care Opinion honours country health staff ahead of Patient Experience Week 29 April 2026 WA Country Health Service staff from across rural and remote WA were honoured in five of eight categories recognising outstanding achievement at the recent Care Opinion Forum: Leading The Way In Listening.
  • A male doctore and three female nurses in scrubs stand together smiling in a hospital room
    What Matters to You? Patient Experience Week - Building the Foundations of Experience 28 April 2026 Each year, Patient Experience (PX) Week gives WA Country Health Service an opportunity to highlight the ongoing commitment and dedication of our staff to improving patient interactions.
  • A Clnical Nurse Specialist stands in front of a hospital noticeboard with her hands in her pockets.
    Wendy's dedication to women and midwives recognised for excellence 28 April 2026 Whether it’s caring for pregnant women in her community, or supporting fellow midwives across the state, WA Country Health Service’s (WACHS) Wendy Hoey has been dedicated to supporting midwifery services for the past three decades.
  • Two men in business casual attire standing with two nurses in scrubs outside a building.
    Nobody knows your community like you: Help drive better health outcomes 24 April 2026 The Collie District Health Advisory Council (DHAC) is looking for passionate locals to become members and help improve health outcomes for the Collie community.

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  • Yellow heatwave tile with the words 'Advice - Threat is reduced' and 'South of Coral Bay, Lake MacLeod, Lyndon and Minilya.
    Heatwave Advice - Midwest Gascoyne 05 March 2026 Current as at 10:30am, Thursday 5 March 2026. Heatwave Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED The extreme heatwave warning has been downgraded to an advice level warning for areas south of Coral Bay, Lake MacLeod, Lyndon and Minilya. Heatwave conditions have eased, and temperatures in these areas are returning to typical summer levels. Current as at 08:30am, Wednesday 4 March 2026. Heatwave Watch and Act - PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST THE IMPACTS OF EXTREME HEAT The extreme heatwave warning has been upgraded to a watch and act warning for areas south of Coral Bay, Lake MacLeod, Lyndon and Minilya. A heatwave is forecast to impact this area today, Wednesday, and continuing at least until Thursday. Travellers in the area should take particular note of the warning. HEALTH ALERT: Protect yourself against extreme heat Current as at: 16:45, 3 March 2026. Heatwave ADVICE – PREPARE NOW ...
  • Left photo: Doctor in scrubs with a wide brim hat in front of hospital. Right photo: Same doctor is casual shirt with stunning landscape behind.
    Karratha Community Residency Program prepares Dr Joshua Jones for General Practice 05 March 2026 For metropolitan-based Resident Medical Officer Dr Joshua Jones, undertaking rural rotation through the Community Residency Program (CRP) has expanded his skills in a different setting.
  • Left image: Photo of a male nurse in scrubs standing next to Kununurra District Hospital sign. Right image: Man in black shirt smiling.
    ‘I owe a professional my life’: Kununurra nurse credited with saving patient 04 March 2026 Gary Dixon wasn’t too concerned when he developed an ear infection after taking a dip at Swim Beach, a popular watering hole on the Upper Ord River.
  • Female nurse with brown hair in navy blue srubs with red and white collar.
    2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards finalist: Cristina Taucean 03 March 2026 Whether it’s wound care or palliative services in the home, Cristina Taucean is passionate about providing care and making sure South West communities are aware of all the care options available outside of a hospital setting.
  • Congratulations to our LEAD Program graduates 27 February 2026 Sixteen of our emerging leaders are putting their newly honed leadership and management skills to good use after completing WA Country Health Service’s LEAD professional development program.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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