We are seeking a new member from the Whitsundays to join our established Maternity Community Reference Group. If you have recently accessed care through the Whitsunday maternity services and want to contribute to enhancing maternity healthcare services in our communities, apply today! Click here to read more.

The smile of much-loved and missed Pioneer Valley man Mick Essam has been memorialised on a plaque and now greets patients entering the Mackay Base Hospital Oncology Unit. Mr Essam sadly passed away in 2018 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Members of the Breakaway Horse Riders Club, Dows Creek Hall Committee and… [Read More]

After dedicating 43 years to the Mackay region’s oral health, dental assistant Christine Bayliss has seen her last patient and called it a day to enjoy a well-earned retirement. Christine began her career at Mackay’s first school dental clinic in 1978 at Victoria Park State School before moving Mackay Base Hospital’s Dental Unit in 1996…. [Read More]

The terms of reference have been released for an investigation into obstetrics and gynaecology services in Mackay Hospital and Health Service. Chief Executive Lisa Davies Jones said the investigation would be independent, wide ranging and examine the management, administration and delivery of obstetrics and gynaecology services. It will review feedback received through the dedicated phone… [Read More]

Consumer representative Leah Hardiman will join the review panel for the Mackay HHS obstetrics and gynaecology services investigation. Leah Hardiman is an experienced consumer representative who has worked closely with Metro South and Metro North Hospital and Health Services. She has engaged with women and families of to improve maternity, gynaecology, neonatal and children’s services…. [Read More]