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Victoria to birth new health regulation body

WEBThe Victorian Government says it will strengthen and reform health regulation in the state with the establishment of a new body to better protect Victorians and provide greater consistency across the health system. Minister for Health, Mary-Anne Thomas (pictured) today announced a new body – the Health Regulator will be established. “These …

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New location confirmed for WA hospital expansion

WEBNew location confirmed for WA hospital expansion. 12/04/2023. WA Premier, Mark McGowan and Health Minister, Amber-Jade Sanderson at yesterday's hospital announcement. The WA Government has announced it will build a new $1.8 billion Women and Babies Hospital on land within the Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) precinct, enabling …

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Victorian leaders in medical research celebrated

WEBVictoria’s best and brightest medical researchers have been recognised at the 2023-24 Premier’s Awards for Health and Medical Research. Minister for Medical Research Ben Carroll last night presented the awards to winners across five categories, showcasing and celebrating the world-leading research driven by emerging researchers across the state. …

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New Heath DG announced for WA

WEB16/04/2024. Dr Shirley Bowen has been appointed the new Director-General of Western Australia’s Department of Health – the state’s largest public sector agency. Currently the Chief Executive of the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS), Dr Bowen has a diverse and proven track record in leadership across both public and private health

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WA summit aims to prescribe healthcare workforce solutions

WEBWA Health Minister, Amber-Jade Sanderson, hosted a health workforce summit today as part of the State Government’s long-term plan to address workforce challenges, revealing over 20,000 nurses and 6,800 doctors will work in WA’s health system by 2033. The WA Health Workforce Summit brought together industry leaders including peak health …

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New Mental Health Commissioner for WA

WEBMaureen Lewis has been appointed as WA Mental Health Commissioner for a five-year term. Announcing her appointment today, WA Mental Health Minister, Amber-Jade Sanderson said Ms Lewis had a proven track record of leading and driving change, and throughout her career had worked in significant leadership roles within the mental health …

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Queensland health audit report released

WEBThe Queensland Audit Office’s (QAO) Health 2023 Report has revealed the COVID-19 pandemic’s ongoing impact on healthcare delivery across the state’s health system. Minister for Health, Mental Health and Ambulance Services, Shannon Fentiman said the Report identifies major challenges facing the public health system, including budgetary …

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Designs unveiled for $120m SA ambulance and health hub

WEBSouth Australians were today given a first look at designs for the state’s new $120 million ambulance headquarters and co-located Adelaide station. The designs include a 6,700 sqm two-storey ambulance Emergency Operations Centre, including a State Health Coordination Centre, and a 1,500 sqm Adelaide ambulance station and garage.

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Advisory panel to lead medical research growth plan

WEBWA Medical Research Minister, Stephen Dawson today announced the appointment of an advisory panel following the launch of a 10 year plan to grow Western Australia’s health and medical research sector. The WA Health and Medical Research Strategy 2023-2033 aims to build WA’s health workforce, grow partnerships and promote the State’s health …

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10-year plan underway for Western NSW health district

WEBWestern NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) has begun developing a new, 10-year Clinical Services Plan (CSP) for the Orange Health Service and is encouraging the community to provide feedback to help shape the future of services in the city and surrounding areas. WNSWLHD’s Manager of Planning and Service Development, …

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Contract awarded for $250m hospital expansion

WEB10/05/2023. Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, Yvette D’Ath (file image). The Queensland Government’s $250 million Cairns Hospital Expansion project has reached a major milestone, with Hansen Yuncken being awarded the tender. The project, which will deliver an additional 96 beds for the Cairns and Hinterland region, includes 64

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Cash boost for NSW health students

WEBStudents enrolled in healthcare degrees in NSW can now apply for up to $12,000 in subsidies to support them in their studies. It’s envisaged the initiative will create a future pipeline of health workers with up to 850 nursing students, 400 medical students and 150 midwifery students expected to enter the subsidy program each year.

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10-year vision for Queensland health revealed

WEBThe Minister said the 10-year vision was developed in consultation with the state’s health workers, care partners, peak bodies, and consumers. Consultation found changing community expectations meant there was a need to shift the health system’s focus from treating illness to maintaining wellness. The Minister said HEALTHQ32 addresses the

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WA prescribes $47.2m for state health op centre

WEB21/11/2023. The WA Government has announced it will commit $47.2 million to establish a State Health Operations Centre (SHOC) to better co-ordinate essential emergency and medical care in the state. Health Minister, Amber-Jade Sanderson ( pictured visiting a WA hospital) says the proposal for co-location of essential services within SHOC is a

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New Chief Health Officer for NT

WEBChief Minister and Minister for Health, Natasha Fyles, has today named Dr Christine Connors OAM FAFPHM, as the Northern Territory’s Chief Health Officer. Dr Connors is an experienced public health physician, general practitioner, researcher and health service executive who for more than 30 years has worked in the Northern Territory.

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Ex-Mental Health Commissioner to lead youth detention centre …

WEBFormer WA Mental Health Commissioner, Tim Marney, has been appointed to introduce a new model of care for young people at Banksia Hill Detention Centre. Mr Marney ( pictured) will join the Department of Justice to execute a comprehensive change management plan at Banksia Hill aimed at giving detainees the care and services they need, the WA

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Regional Health Deputy Secretary appointed in first for NSW

WEBThe NSW Government has today appointed a Deputy Secretary for Regional Health – in what is a first for the State. Regional Health Minister, Ryan Park said the creation of the role fulfilled an election commitment to ensure regional health issues remain front and centre of the decision-making process within the Ministry of Health.

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Tasmania mourns healthcare leader

WEBTasmania mourns healthcare leader. 29/12/2023. Minister for Health, Guy Barnett, has extended his deepest condolences on behalf of the Tasmanian Government to the family and friends of Dr Alasdair MacDonald, who passed away on Christmas Day. “Alasdair was an outstanding doctor, administrator and leader who was passionate about providing the

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More remote health centres transition to Aboriginal control

WEBThe Kaltukatjara (Docker River) Health Centre will also transition to Congress on 1 July, 2023. “Congress is proud to welcome Imanpa and Yulara communities to the Aboriginal community controlled health service model,” said Congress CEO, Donna Ah Chee. “Aboriginal community controlled health service delivery is recognised as best practice

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