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  • State Government to deliver more critical care in the air 11 September 2026 For the first time in Western Australia’s history, the State’s Emergency Rescue Helicopters, known as RAC Rescue, will be staffed by a critical care physician and critical care paramedic – bringing more lifesaving support to those who need it most.
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    Every conversation matters for National Child Protection Week 2026 07 September 2026 It’s National Child Protection Week (6 – 12 September) and we’re shining the spotlight on our Child Safeguarding team.
  • A composite image showing two very young babies, and a group of mothers with their babies in a group learning environment
    Virtual tummy time tips are just the trick for country bubs 07 September 2026 WA Country Health Service’s Child Development Service physiotherapists have one message for young families – every milestone starts with building healthy movement habits.
  • Artist rendering of the new hospital
    Construction underway on new Paraburdoo Hospital 04 September 2026 Early works have commenced on site, with the demolition of the northern hospital block, construction of the new hospital building ground pad, and the establishment of temporary parking facilities.
  • Face to face forum strengthens Aboriginal leadership and collaboration 02 September 2026 Aboriginal health leaders and representatives across WA Country Health Service met in Perth recently for the two-day Aboriginal Health Leadership Group (AHLG) and Senior Aboriginal Health Program Officers (SAHPO) Forum.

More WACHS News

  • Aerial view of Geraldton Health Campus showing the construction in the foreground nearing completion.
    Geraldton Health Campus Redevelopment reaches key milestones 13 February 2026 Work is progressing on the Geraldton Health Campus Redevelopment Project as it moves towards practical completion later this year.
  • Group of people in casual dress with front line kneeling on the ground.
    Record number of new nurses and midwives head to the country in 2026 11 February 2026 A record number of newly qualified nurses and midwives are set to join the WA Country Health Service in 2026.
  • Midwest medical intern up for 2026 Rural Health Excellence Award 10 February 2026 Dr Celia Wong may have grown up in the city, but the joys and challenges of rural healthcare drew her to the bush.
  • A Registered Nurse in operating theatre scubs puts a used item in a special bin for recycling.
    Country hospitals embrace sustainable healthcare through device remanufacturing 09 February 2026 Over the past 18 months, several WA Country Health Service hospitals – including Geraldton, Karratha, Derby, Busselton, Kununurra and Broome – have been playing a key role in reducing medical waste by collecting single-use devices for remanufacturing.
  • Sarah shines a second time ahead of 2026 Rural Health Excellence Awards 09 February 2026 After a career dedicated to helping country patients get back on their feet, WA Country Health Service Senior Podiatrist Sarah Tomlinson has been named as a finalist in the 2026 Rural Health Excellence Awards.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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