Ararat Blue Ribbon Gala Night of Nights raises $30,000
25 June 2013
The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation’s Ararat branch has held its 12th annual Gala “Night of Nights” event to raise funds for the East Grampians Health Service, contributing the final $30,000 towards its $150,000 commitment to a new CT scanner. The ball was attended by more than 230 people, including special guests Victoria Police Assistant…
Learn MoreTogether with Bayer – farmers supports health service
7 June 2013
The East Grampians Health Service “Building for the Future Foundation” received $5,000.00 from Bayer Animal Healths “Community Program”. Selected Bayer products generated a 5% rebate which was donated back to the Building the Future Foundation. This program started in March and concluded in December 2012. Mr. David Hosking, Chairperson of the EGHS “Building for the…
Learn MoreHealth Service Auxiliary Donates
7 June 2013
The East Grampians Health Service Auxiliary generously donate $17,138.35 towards the purchase of Theatre operating equipment, Theatre shoulder traction equipment, chairs for the Theatre waiting room and pressure relieving mattresses for the Inpatient Unit. EGHS Auxiliary President, Mrs. Margie Kilpatrick, said that “The Auxiliary work so hard during the year with their fundraising activities and…
Learn MoreNursing diploma students near graduation
7 June 2013
The first University of Ballarat Diploma of Nursing students educated at Pyrenees House Ararat in conjunction with East Grampians Health Service are nearing graduation. Over the last 18 months, students have attended classes in Pyrenees House and completed clinical placement in aged care, acute care and mental health. East Grampians Health Service Director of Clinical…
Learn MoreCareer Pathway at EGHS
30 May 2013
East Grampians Health Service recently appointed two managers from its strategies on developing skills of local residents. Theatre Manager Jane Smith and 70 Lowe St Manager Sharon Taylor have progressed their career at East Grampians Health Service to senior management roles. Both managers are leading significant numbers of staff, Sharon has 50 nursing staff in…
Learn MoreClients welcome changes made to the Community Centre
15 May 2013
During the last year the Community Health Centre located at East Grampians Health Service, has received a major face lift. During the renovation its internal layout has been improved and it now has a fresh, light airy feel. Visitors will notice immediately the entrance has been changed which improves flow and avoiding the congestion that…
Learn MoreOncologist impressed with Health Service
3 May 2013
East Grampians Health Service Oncologist, Dr Craig Carden continuing to enjoy his role at Ararat. Dr Carden first studied medicine at the University of Sydney and then started specialty training in Medical Oncology at Royal Melbourne Hospital, Austin Hospital and the Peter MacCallum Hospital. Dr Carden spent three years as a Clinical Research Fellow at…
Learn MoreFilm Afternoon Success
22 April 2013
The Ark Toy & Activity Centre Auxiliary held a film afternoon at the Astor Cinema on Thursday 21st. March. More than 70 guests enjoyed the screening of Anna Karenina and a delicious afternoon tea together with some excellent raffle prizes won on the day. Close to $1,060 was raised from the afternoon and the Ark…
Learn MoreNew Obstetrician for Health Service
25 March 2013
East Grampians Health Service has welcomed a new G.P. Obstetrician onto its team. Dr Chee Sheng Wong, a partner at the Ararat Medical Centre has graduated with an Advanced Diploma of Obstetrics. Dr Chee Sheng Wong undertook the training at Ballarat Health Services for 12 months and can undertake normal deliveries and caesarean section operations. …
Learn MoreMurray to Moyne 2013
25 March 2013
East Grampians Health Service cycle teams, the Cranks and Defibrillators will raise money from participating in the 2013 Woody’s Murray to Moyne Bike Ride. All funds will go towards the purchase of an ultrasound machine for use in theatre surgery and with dialysis patients, enabling staff to significantly improve the service provided to patients by…
Learn MoreWillaura Market Success
6 March 2013
Another wonderful day for the Willaura Market, with more stall holders and variety of goods and foods for sale. The Willaura Health Care Auxiliary raised over $4,500 from the proceeds of the market which will be donated to Willaura Health Care for furnishings and equipment. Willaura Market Coordinator Mrs Jane Millear said “the students from…
Learn MoreTraining begins for the Murray to Moyne Bike Ride
26 February 2013
Training has started for this year’s Murray to Moyne Bike Ride as a major fundraiser for East Grampians Health Service. The two teams entered into this year’s ride are the “Cranks & Defibrillators”, the riders from both teams will cover a distance of over 525kms in two days from the Murray River at Swan Hill…
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