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

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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.
  • A group of six nurses in various forms of attire stand against a red wall smiling
    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.

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  • Two women in colourful polo shirts with Aboriginal artwork standing in front of Kimberley beach, showing red dirt, green trees and blue ocean.
    Diphtheria, what you need to know 13 July 2026 WA Health are continuing its public health response to the ongoing diphtheria outbreak in parts of regional WA.
  • Group of people standing around a table of cakes and food.
    Jo Randall retires after an astonishing 54 years of service 13 July 2026 For more than 50 years, WA Country Health Service nurse Jo Randall has devoted her career to caring for communities across the Wheatbelt.
  • Concrete progress at new Tom Price Hospital as slab poured 10 July 2026 Construction of the State Government's $92.8 million new Tom Price Hospital has reached a significant milestone, with the first major concrete pour for the facility's foundation slab.
  • A group of people celebrating National NAIDOC Week 2026 including the Bigarrda Cultural Dance and Digeridoo Performers, WACHS Chief Operating Officer Remote Rob Pulsford, Noongar Elder Neville Collard, WACHS Director Aboriginal Health Strategy Russell Simpson and WACHS Chief Operating Officer Rural John Quinn
    Celebrating 50 Years of Deadly at Grace Vaughan House 09 July 2026 Earlier this week our Central Office teams, and staff visiting from the regions, gathered at Grace Vaughan House for National NAIDOC Week celebrations.
  • Image with the words: WA Rural Health Excellence Awards 2027: Nominations now open
    Nominate and celebrate 09 July 2026 Has one of our staff made you feel heard, supported or cared for when you needed it most?
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Last Updated: 17/04/2026
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