Photographer a hit at this year’s Winters Lunch
23 June 2015
On Tuesday 5th May, Ms. Zoe Phillips, a photographer from the Weekly Times entertained a large audience who attended the Winters luncheon held at the Willaura Town Hall with her amusing stories and impressive farming photography. Over 130 people attended the luncheon, all enjoyed a delicious Ploughman’s platter provided by the East Grampians Health Service…
Learn MoreArk Toy & Activity Centre Wins Minister’s Award
10 June 2015
The Ark Toy & Activity Centre Auxiliary has won the prestigious award of “outstanding achievement by a volunteer for innovation” at the recent Victorian Health Minister’s for Volunteer Awards. East Grampians Health Service, Volunteer Coordinator Ms. Sarah Harrison said “The Ark Toy & Activity Centre was established in 1982 and was incorporated into the East…
Learn MoreMurray to Moyne Success
14 May 2015
The East Grampians Health Service’s Murray to Moyne bike riding teams, the Cranks and Defibrillators, have enjoyed another great fundraising year with strong support from the local Ararat community. This year both teams raised over $22,000, with all funds going towards the purchase of a Cardiotocography machine for the Obstetric /Midwifery Unit to help expectant…
Learn MoreA New Patients lifting device for EGHS
14 May 2015
A new piece of equipment known as a Hover Jack has been purchased by the East Grampians Health Service Auxiliary for the Ararat Hospital. The Hover Jack is a patient lifting device which will help patients, residents and nurses in the lifting process and also prevent injuries to patients and staff. East Grampians Health Service…
Learn MoreWillaura Market – another huge success
14 March 2015
The Willaura Market held on the Sunday 1st March was an outstanding success for everyone involved. Over 1500 people attended the day and attendees were thrilled with the great selection of stalls, the variety of food offered and the wonderful entertainment. Jane Millear, the Willaura Market Coordinator was ecstatic with the success of the day…
Learn MoreCelebrating 40 years of Volunteering
14 March 2015
Margaret Young is the very first recipient to receive an Honorary Life Membership to the EGHS Aged Care Auxiliary following 40 years of volunteering with East Grampians Health Service. East Grampians Health Service’s Volunteer Coordinator, Sarah Harrison highlighted that Mrs Young commenced volunteering in 1974 in the kitchen cleaning silverware. In 1979, Mrs Young…
Learn MoreCathcart Tennis Club Donation
4 March 2015
East Grampians Health Service are pleased to receive a generous donation provided by the Cathcart Tennis Club. John Billett, President of the Cathcart Tennis Club, has announced that it will contribute $5,000.00 for the purchase of a Vein Finder for use within the East Grampians Health Service Oncology department. This donation has been made possible…
Learn MoreMurray to Moyne Bike Ride in March 2015 to raise money for Midwifery Unit
4 March 2015
Murray to Moyne cyclists have been training hard to raise money for East Grampians Health Service. The two teams entered into this year’s ride are the “Cranks & the Defibrillators”; the riders from both teams will cover a distance of over 525kms in two days leaving from the Murray River at Swan Hill to finish…
Learn MoreMedical Interns have arrived in Ararat
19 January 2015
The Grampians Medical Training intern program has welcomed its first ever intake of medical interns to Ararat this week. East Grampians Health Service Chief Executive Nick Bush welcomes the interns to the Health Service and said “This innovative program was developed to attract and retain a medical workforce with the right skill set for rural…
Learn MoreWillaura Market Family Day
14 January 2015
A family day at the Willaura market could be a feature of your 2015. There will be stalls, entertainment, a vintage car display and a circus performance. This market can’t be missed, it’s a great day out, with delicious food, lively entertainment and great market stalls. Mrs Jane Millear, Willaura Market Coordinator said that “Entertainment…
Learn MoreNew President of the Hospital Board
13 January 2015
Mr. Matthew Wood was appointed the new President of the board of East Grampians Health Service on Tuesday 16th December. Mr. Wood has served as a member of the EGHS Board for three years. Mr. Wood came to Ararat in 2005 when he was appointed as the Officer In Charge of the Ararat Police Station.…
Learn MoreBreast Cancer Support Group new Chemotherapy chairs
19 December 2014
For the past two years the Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group has been raising money for cancer equipment for the chemotherapy unit at EGHS. The events included morning teas and Pink Ribbon Day functions to not only raise money but to raise awareness of early detection of breast cancer. The new Chemotherapy chairs are more…
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