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

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  • Expansion of Virtual Security Centre enhancing safety in rural and remote health sites 13 April 2026 WA Country Health Service is enhancing safety measures in country hospitals through the rapid expansion of its Virtual Security Centre (VSC).
  • A professional photo shows a bright, brand new modern health facility.
    Pilbara's new residential service boosts regional mental health care 10 April 2026 The Karratha Step Up/Step Down (SUSD) service is complete, delivering a purpose-built residential mental health care facility for the community.
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    Dr Florence Van Schie calls time on a career in country mental health care 08 April 2026 Mental health staff in the Wheatbelt gathered recently to farewell Dr Florence Van Schie and thank her for more than a decade of outstanding service.
  • New Laverton Hospital powers up 01 April 2026 Construction of the new $63.6 million Laverton Hospital has reached a key milestone with the building now connected to mains power.
  • View of Derby Health Service entrance.
    Dr Andrea Clarke’s interest in country medicine shines through Community Residency Program (CRP) placement 26 March 2026 Perth-based Resident Medical Officer Dr Andrea Clarke was always drawn to community medicine.

More WACHS News

  • 2025 Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards - Excellence in Aboriginal Health 11 April 2025 Midwest Clinical Nurse Specialist in Oncology Samara Sekuloff has been recognised as a finalist in the 2025 WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards for Excellence in Aboriginal Health.
  • Be measles aware these Easter school holidays 11 April 2025 If you’re planning a trip to the South West these Easter school holidays, it’s important to make sure you and those you’re travelling with are protected against measles.
  • Country WA in the spotlight with allied health honours projects 11 April 2025 WA Country Health Service is helping develop the project management and design thinking skills of Curtin University allied health students by supporting innovative honours projects.
  • Celebrating our outstanding Sterilisation Services teams 09 April 2025 Today is International Day of Sterilisation Sciences (10 April), an opportunity to acknowledge the important role our Sterilisation Services teams play in delivering safe clinical care.
  • How rural training in WA’s Great Southern shaped Dr Ashley Oates’ career 08 April 2025 WA Country Health Service is accepting applications for the Rural Adult Physician Training, Opportunities and Rotations (RAPTOR) Program.
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Last Updated: 24/01/2024
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