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

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  • Derby's Zyhannah wins NAIDOC Emerging Leader award 28 August 2026 Derby-based Alcohol and other Drugs Prevention Officer Zyhannah Bin Jalil has shone bright at this year’s Walalakoo Aboriginal Corporation NAIDOC Community Awards.
  • Plenty of smiles for mum and bub being cared for at Bunbury Regional Hospital 27 August 2026 After welcoming her son at Bunbury Regional Hospital in December last year, Julie found herself navigating an unexpected emotional rollercoaster and was glad to have the WA Country Health Service team there every step of the way.
  • A graphic of three people with the words "Medicare Mental Health Check In' written underneath
    Free online and telehealth mental health support 26 August 2026 The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing new ‘Medicare Mental Health Check In’ offers free support to people living in Australia aged 16 years and over
  • Two women sit opposite one another at an outside cafe with takeway coffees in front of them, they face each other in conversation.
    WACHS Trial Centre Showcases National Leadership in Regional Clinical Trials 26 August 2026 WA Country Health Service has been featured in the LifeSciences Australia Cognitio podcast, with WACHS Trial Centre Program Leads discussing the key elements of establishing and growing a clinical trial service across rural and remote Western Australia.
  • Pilbara Nurses Leadership Program takes the lead on positive change 25 August 2026 On 27 July, WA Country Health Service Pilbara team delivered a two-day leadership series in Port Hedland and Karratha, partnering with the Australian College of Nursing Institute of Leadership.

More WACHS News

  • Julie Munro, KACS Older Patient Initiative and Stroke Liaison, receiving the award on behalf of the team
    Kimberley Aged and Community Services honoured with aged care award 24 November 2021 WA Country Health Service’s (WACHS) Kimberley Aged and Community Services (KACS) team have been recognised for their innovative approach to service planning at the 2021 Aged and Community Service Australia Aged Care Awards.
  • WACHS Board Chair, WACHS Chief Executive and Curtin Vice Chancellor signing and presenting alliance at event.
    New alliance to transform health care delivery in regional WA 23 November 2021 WA Country Health Service (WACHS) and Curtin University have joined forces to further support the transformation of the way health care is delivered for people living in rural, remote and regional Western Australia.
  • Headshot of Midwest Regional Director Rachele Ferrari
    West Kimberley and Wheatbelt health executive takes Midwest role 12 November 2021 Respected WA Country Health Service (WACHS) health executive Rachele Ferrari has been appointed to the position of Regional Director Midwest at the for a period of five years.
  • Newborn baby cries for breastfeeding mother
    Innovative program provides country mothers with breastfeeding support 10 November 2021 An innovative service is providing new mothers in country WA with breastfeeding advice and support from expert lactation consultants, using virtual care technology to reach families where they live.
  • Women smiles as she receives COVID-19 vaccination by clinician
    WA country hospitals prepare for COVID-19 09 November 2021 The WA Country Health Service has implemented a range of measures to prepare regional hospitals for when COVID comes to Western Australia.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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