New CEO Appointed to PHN
The Darling Downs and West Moreton Primary Health Network has announced the appointment of a new CEO.
MP Quizzed Over Palliative Care
Kingaroy’s new hospital has one room set aside for palliative care but does not have any dedicated palliative care staff, Health Minister Yvette D’ath admitted this week.
Pink Power Raises Almost $9000
This year’s Pinking Up The South Burnett fundraiser has raised nearly $9000 for the McGrath Foundation.
Where To Get Vaxxed
There are plenty of opportunities for residents in the South Burnett to get vaccinated against COVID-19 over the next few days, with “pop-up” clinics popping up everywhere!
GPs Issue Warning About Vax Rates
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has warned that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are at increased risk due to dangerously lagging COVID-19 vaccination rates.
Volunteers Enjoy A Night Off
Volunteers who have been working hard behind the scenes for more than a decade to tackle mental health issues in the South Burnett took a well-earned break on Friday night.
Keep Up The Effort, Cherbourg
The State Government’s “Cherbourg Champion” Leanne Linard visited the community on Thursday as part of an ongoing effort to encourage higher vaccination rates.
Council To Host Health Expo
A Health and Community Services Expo will be held in Kingaroy in November to shine a light on local services and healthcare providers.
Major Upgrade Proposed For Hospital
The Lady Bjelke-Petersen Community Hospital in Kingaroy could become a medical hub for the region if exciting plans from operators South Bank Medical Group come to fruition.
Snoring ‘Worse Than Wind Farms’
Stress, snoring spouses and insomnia cause more sleep issues for residents living within 10km of wind farms than noise from the generators, a Flinders University study has found.
Online Health Care For Kids
Darling Downs Health has partnered with Cub Care to pilot an online paediatric consultation program as an alternative to taking children to Emergency.
Federal MPs Called To Crisis Meeting
Four Federal MPs were told they must “do something” to address the tragic suicide rate in Cherbourg at a crisis meeting held in the Cherbourg Council Chambers on Friday.
Proston To Be ‘Dementia Friendly’
Proston will work to become a Dementia Friendly Community after a recent workshop raised awareness of just how widespread the condition is likely to become over the next few decades.
‘Change Program’ In Nanango
A program aimed at creating positive change in the community will be launching in Nanango next month.
Workers Shine Light On Child Safety
South Burnett child protection workers paused long enough from their vital work recently to enjoy breakfast and reflect on the past 12 months.
Grants Back Mental Health Projects
Two South Burnett projects targeting mental health and wellbeing have received grants from the Foundation for Rural Regional Renewal.
Are You Okay? Really Okay?
Are you okay? Are you REALLY okay? If not, that’s okay, too. There’s no shame … many people are doing it tough these days.
MP Responds To NDIS Petition
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has replied to a petition seeking to amend legislation for the NDIS to be extended to all Australians regardless of age.
‘Change Program’ In Nanango
A program aimed at “creating hope, creating change and building resilience” is launching in Nanango this week.
Change At Darling Downs Health
Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive Dr Peter Gillies is heading to a new appointment.
