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

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  • 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards finalist: Dr Lewis Weeda 30 January 2026 Roving Resident Medical Officer (RMO) Dr Lewis Weeda has been named among 17 WA Country Health Service finalists in the 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards.
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    2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards finalist: Dr Connor Earnshaw 29 January 2026 From the golden paddocks of the Wheatbelt, to the crisp white sand of Cable Beach in Broome – Dr Connor Earnshaw has always had a passion for rural and remote Western Australia.
  • 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards finalist: Dr Jacinta Cover 27 January 2026 Bunbury General Surgeon Dr Jacinta Cover has been named a finalist in the 2026 WA Rural Health Excellence Awards for her invaluable work in reshaping healthcare delivery in the South West.
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    WA Country Health Service recognised as a Carer Friendly Employer 27 January 2026 WA Country Health Service has achieved accreditation in the Carers WA Carers and Employers program and is officially recognised as a Carer Friendly Workplace.
  • Blue square saying Williams Health Centre update
    Williams Health Centre reopening 26 January 2026 The Williams Health Centre will reopen during regular operating hours after the long weekend.

More WACHS News

  • Albany podiatrists go above and beyond 03 July 2024 Albany Health Campus podiatrists Julie Glynn and Tep Llewellyn were able to save a person’s leg thanks to their patient-centred approach to care.
  • Moora local on the right path with heart health support 02 July 2024 Following a heart attack, Steven Yappo is on track for recovery from the comfort of his own home thanks to WA Country Health Service’s (WACHS) Heart Health Support Service (HHSS).
  • Dengue fever warning for WA travellers heading to Bali 28 June 2024 With school holidays approaching, WA Health is urging Western Australians travelling to Bali to be aware of the recent surge in dengue fever cases in the region and take precautions.
  • South West is best after Consultant’s world-wide career 28 June 2024 After a lifetime of caring for people across the globe, Consultant Geriatrician Dr Asangaedem Akpan thinks South West is best.
  • Mosquito warning to travellers and community members in northern WA 26 June 2024 The Department of Health has issued a health alert to protect against mosquito bites, particularly for people living in, or planning to travel to northern regions of Western Australia.
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Last Updated: 24/01/2024
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