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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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26 June 2026
4th generation at Longreach
Born on 11 June, little Tannum Colin Moulds arrived at Longreach Hospital’s birthing unit with a very special pedigree. Born to Ilfracombe couple Nicole and Ian Moulds, Tannum and his two older siblings, Jaxton, 7, and Phoebe, 5, are the fourth
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31 March 2025
Rural maternity summit in Longreach
Nearly 200 people will attend a rural maternity summit at the Civic Centre in Longreach from 3-6 April, with delegates hailing from throughout Queensland, other states, and New Zealand.
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31 March 2025
Enjoy the Outback but remember your meds
Travellers in Western Queensland are being reminded to carry adequate stocks of their usual prescription medications with them as pharmacies are few and very far between.
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15 January 2025
BreastScreen Qld mobile van heading to Central West
BreastScreen Queensland’s state-of the-art mobile screening van will visit the Central West region from late February to late May and women are encouraged to attend and have their free breast screen.
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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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23 April 2024
Longreach maternity survey
Longreach Hospital Maternity team and Senior Medical Officer Dr Kirsty Symmons.