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14 October 2026
Tribute to Anne Kidd's extraordinary legacy in Windorah
The Central West Hospital and Health Board has paid tribute to the life and legacy of Anne Kidd, recognising her extraordinary contribution to nursing, rural healthcare and the Windorah community.
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14 October 2026
Central West Hospital and Health Board strengthens community connections during western corridor visit
The Central West Hospital and Health Service Board has reaffirmed its commitment to listening to local communities and supporting rural and remote healthcare delivery following a recent visit to Boulia, Bedourie and Birdsville.
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13 October 2026
Central West residents urged to prepare now for storm season
Residents across the Central West region are being urged to prepare their homes, properties and emergency plans ahead of the upcoming storm season.
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30 September 2026
New defibrillator available at Jericho PHC
A new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is now available for emergency use on the outside of the Jericho Primary Health Centre.
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17 February 2026
New defibrillator available at Tambo PHC
A new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is now available for emergency use on the outside of the Tambo Primary Health Centre.
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06 September 2024
Tele-chemotherapy chair donation by Barcy senior rugby league club
Patients at Barcaldine Multipurpose Health Service now have a comfortable new chair to use while undergoing tele-chemotherapy, thanks to the Barcaldine Sandgoannas Rugby League Club.
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18 June 2024
Warning over gastro outbreak in Longreach
Health staff are helping manage an outbreak of gastroenteritis in a childcare centre in Longreach.
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10 May 2024
Getting ready for the Birdsville Bash and Races
Health authorities are putting plans in place to keep people safe in the small outback town of Birdsville during the annual influx of thousands of visitors for the Big Red Bash and the iconic races.
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12 December 2023
Keep kids safe over the festive season – and at all times
Central West parents should watch out for button batteries this Christmas and supervise children closely around vehicles, pools, and other bodies of water to avoid accidents and potential tragedies.
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16 November 2023
Pertussis Precautions
Central Queensland Public Health Unit Director Dr Gulam Khandaker said gastrointestinal illness was on the rise in many parts of Queensland, including the Central West.
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16 November 2023
Warning over gastro cases in Central West
Central Queensland Public Health Unit Director Dr Gulam Khandaker said gastrointestinal illness was on the rise in many parts of Queensland, including the Central West.