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  • A male patient sitting on a hospital chair with a thumbs up and six nurses behind him all smiling.
    Bispecific antibodies for targeted immunotherapy cancer treatment arrives in the Midwest 15 October 2026 WA Country Health Service is excited to celebrate a new milestone in regional cancer care with the delivery of targeted immunotherapy medication – bispecific antibodies - for the first time.
  • Country allied health professional awarded Educator of the Year 15 October 2026 WA Country Health Service is proud to congratulate Great Southern Occupational Therapist and Accredited Hand Therapist Lauren Irvine who has taken out a prestigious award at this year’s WA Excellence in Allied Health Awards.
  • Hands holding the Annual Report 2025-26
    WA Country Health Service Annual Report 2025-26 15 October 2026 The 2025-26 Annual Report is more than just a record of the year that was. It showcases what we have achieved together and highlights the impact we’ve made for communities right across country WA.
  • Four women standing behind a table with printed materials behind a colourful banner outside in a park.
    Community gathers for launch of a culturally safe eating disorder screening tool 14 October 2026 WA Country Health Service recently launched Australia’s first culturally co-designed eating disorder screening tool for Aboriginal young people (12-24 years).
  • A large group of people in two rows, one kneeling the other standing with the title Newly qualified nurses and midwives start in the South West
    Newly qualified nurses and midwives kick things off in the South West 13 October 2026 25 graduate nurses and midwives have commenced in the South West, taking their first steps in their careers with WA Country Health Service.

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  • An artist's rendering of what the completed Collie Health Srvice redevelopment will look like with various characters as stand-ins for health professionals around a large workstation.
    Main works tender awarded for Collie Health Service redevelopment 01 March 2022 Collie Health Service is another step closer to state-of-the-art upgrades with local builder Perkins (WA) Pty Ltd awarded the tender for construction works.
  • Image of a small child in bed having their temperature taken by an adult with a thermometer.
    COVID-19 in children 25 February 2022 Children, much like adults, are at-risk of getting COVID-19 but most recover very well and can be cared for safely at home.
  • Mum, dad, baby and nurse in operating room
    Telehealth helps Meekatharra mum give birth to healthy baby boy 21 February 2022 When expectant mother Zana Mippy presented to Meekatharra Hospital in the late stages of labour, it was too late for a transfer to a birthing centre. So, a senior midwife from the Midwifery and Obstetrics Emergency Telehealth Service (MOETS) team in Perth dialled in to provide support to the team on the ground through the delivery.
  • New paramedic support for Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek 21 February 2022 The towns of Derby, Fitzroy Crossing and Halls Creek will receive additional support from specialist paramedics, as WA Country Health Service (WACHS) continues to implement the Country Ambulance Strategy: Striving for Equity in Country WA.
  • Exterior of Broome Health Campus with garden in foreground and building in background
    Leadership changes in the Kimberley 21 February 2022 WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Kimberley Regional Director Bec Smith will step down from her role after almost 20 years dedicated to advancing healthcare across one of Australia’s most complex and remote regions.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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