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

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  • Geraldton Health Campus redevelopment now fully operational 22 September 2026 The $192 million transformation of Geraldton Health Campus is complete and delivering quality care.
  • South West speech pathologist opens up on swallow study 22 September 2026 A video fluoroscopic swallow study may sound like a mouthful, but for WA Country Health Service speech pathologist Emily Jackson, it’s a core part of the care she provides in her community.
  • Panda Warmers donated to country hospitals 21 September 2026 Five hospitals in country WA will receive brand new, highly advanced neonatal equipment thanks to a generous donation.
  • Dental project in Central Great Southern reaches key milestone 18 September 2026 A dental health initiative funded through the Early Years Partnership (EYP) has reached a significant milestone, with more than 600 children aged 0-4 years in the Central Great Southern region having accessed free oral care.
  • Telestroke milestone strengthens access to lifesaving care with a photo of a woman on a bed surrounded by partner and doctor, all three are looking at a computer screen with a man on the screen
    Telestroke milestone strengthens access to lifesaving care 18 September 2026 More than 5,000 Western Australians have received specialist stroke assessments through the State's Telestroke Service, improving access to time-critical care for people living in regional and remote communities.

More WACHS News

  • Artist's impression of medical tower, part of Bunbury Regional Hospital redevelopment
    Local contractors encouraged to take up key roles in Bunbury Regional Hospital redevelopment 08 October 2024 Local contractors and suppliers are being called on to register an Expression of Interest (EOI) for opportunities to work on the $451 million Bunbury Regional Hospital redevelopment.
  • Healthcare workers provide sensitive care for Broome family 04 October 2024 WA Country Health Service staff work hard every day to ensure our hospitals and health services are welcoming environments, particularly for members of the community who may need extra support and care.
  • Territories Stolen Generations Redress Scheme 03 October 2024 Trigger warning: Sharing or reading this information might bring up difficult memories and feelings. There is 24/7 support available if you need help managing the emotional impacts of this information. Stolen Generations survivors who were removed as children from their families and or communities in the Northern Territory or the Australian Capital Territory (before self-government) or the Jervis Bay Territory, can now apply for redress.
  • Congratulations to our finalists
    Congratulations to our finalists in the WA Health Excellence Awards 02 October 2024 Time and again we see WA Country Health Service staff recognised at the highest of levels and the 2024 WA Health Excellence Awards are no exception.
  • Runners provide neonatal equipment to Kalgoorlie and Collie 02 October 2024 Earlier this year brand-new Panda warmer and newborn resuscitation cots arrived at WA Country Health Service’s (WACHS) Collie Hospital and Kalgoorlie Health Campus, donated by Running for Premature Babies.
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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