$6.9m To Target Mental Health
The State Government had budgeted to spend $6.9 million over four years to tackle mental health issues among Indigenous youth.
Support Link For Young People
Darling Downs Health has created a new job, based in Kingaroy, aimed at identifying and supporting young people at risk of a mental health illness.
Free Mental Health Workshop
A free mental health training workshop will be held in Kingaroy on June 20, part of series being organised by Darling Downs Health in a bid to better equip rural communities facing ongoing pressures associated with the drought.
Health Board Inspects Renovations
Darling Downs Health Board members have inspected $135,000 worth of renovations recently completed at Murgon Hospital.
Work Starts On Kitchen Upgrade
Work began on Monday on a $255,000 expansion of the Meals On Wheels kitchen in Kingaroy
Hospitals Look For Green Solutions
Darling Downs Health – the authority responsible for all South Burnett public hospitals – says it is taking action to address the potential impacts of climate change.
CTC Puts On A Special Treat
South Burnett CTC workers put on a special treat in Kingaroy on Tuesday for local residents who have been affected by domestic violence.
QCWA Calls For Action On Q Fever
The Queensland Country Women’s Association is agitating for government support to raise awareness about Q fever.
It’s Time To Tackle Flu
Free clinics are being held in the South Burnett this week for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents to receive their annual flu shots.
Nurses Reflect On Busy Week
South Burnett nurses hosted local events earlier this month as part of National Advanced Care Planning Week.
Mobile Clinics For Women
Darling Downs Health Service mobile women’s health nurse Marcia Hunt will be visiting a variety of locations in the South Burnett this month to conduct free health clinics.
Get Ready For Flu Season
South Burnett residents who want to avoid the flu this year should get vaccinated between mid-April and the end of May.
Positive Parenting In Kingaroy
Kingaroy Child Health will be offering three free seminars next month on “positive parenting”.
Nurses Want You To Plan Ahead
South Burnett nurses are hosting stalls next week to help the local community consider their future medical care and understand the importance of advanced care planning.
Morning Tea About Asbestos
People with asbestos-related diseases – and their carers – have been invited to attend a free morning tea which will be held at the Kingaroy RSL Club next week.
Subbies Sought For Hospital Project
Two of the companies shortlisted to build the new $73.9 million Kingaroy Hospital are actively seeking expressions of interest from South Burnett sub-contractors and suppliers
Drug Deaths Rising In Rural Areas
People who live in regional or remote areas use drug and alcohol treatment services at a higher rate than those in major cities … and they generally travel for longer to do so.
Round-Up Attracts Hundreds
The Red Ant Round-Up attracted about 240 people – including more than 150 health professionals – to Kingaroy at the weekend.
$10,000 For Drug Action Plan
South Burnett Regional Council has received a $10,000 grant to develop a plan aimed at tackling alcohol and drug abuse in the region.
Boost For Aged Care
The Federal Government has announced an extra 39 aged care beds for the South Burnett.
