20 student nurses at EGHS
16 March 2012
The University of Ballarat in conjunction with East Grampians Health Service commenced a Diploma of Nursing program at Pyrenees House, Ararat in February 2012. This program forms part of the East Grampians Health Service strategic plan to educate local community members, and retain and attract a skilled and motivated work force. “This is an accredited nurse…
Learn MoreMurray to Moyne Riders are ready for the big ride
26 February 2012
The annual Murray to Moyne Cycling Relay is with us again with East Grampians Health Service’s two teams, the CRANKS and DEFIBRILLATORS already into full training, and have already started their fundraising. This year’s event will be on 31st March & 1st April with the two teams participating in the grueling challenge of riding over…
Learn MoreBreast Support Group Donates $3,000 for Oncology
26 February 2012
The Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group has donated $3,000 dollars for a new emergency trolley that will be used in the Oncology unit at East Grampians Health Service. Mrs Bev Walker, one of the facilitators of the Ararat Breast Support Group said “We are absolutely delighted to be able to help the Oncology unit out…
Learn MoreFlood recover continues, but health remains top priority
22 February 2012
Farming men and women from Elmhurst District supported by the Elmhurst Landcare Group are invited to participate in the award winning Sustainable Farm Families™ (SFF) program which focuses on the health, well-being and safety of farmers and their families. The SFF program has been developed specifically for farm men and women and involves interactive workshops…
Learn MoreDental Technician training underway
16 February 2012
East Grampians Health Service Dental Technician of 43 years Zigi Strauja is passing on his knowledge and experience to new Dental Technician Rebbekkah Seeary from at the new dental facility at East Grampians Health Service. Mr Strauja commented that “he can remember for many years when the Health Service only had one dental chair that…
Learn MoreBrockhoff Foundation donates to EGHS
15 February 2012
The Executive Officer of The Jack Brockhoff Foundation, Tanya Costello, recently visited East Grampians Health Service to look over the new facilities at the new Nurse Education Centre at Pyrenees House and donated $25,000 on behalf of The Jack Brockhoff Foundation. East Grampians Health Service Chief Executive Mr Nick Bush said,” It is great to…
Learn MoreWillaura Hospital gets new curtains
3 February 2012
A recent donation from the Willaura Hospital Auxiliary of $5,500 has allowed for new curtains to be installed at the Willaura Hospital. Willaura Hospital Auxiliary President Mrs Judy Paterson said “The new curtains will be of great benefit to the residents of Willaura Health Service and really freshens up the place. This will help improve…
Learn MoreEnjoy the country fair at this years Willaura Market
3 February 2012
The Willaura Market is set to draw a large crowd at this year’s annual market to be held in the Willaura Hospital grounds on 4th March commencing at 10am. The Willaura market will be introducing exciting new stalls, entertainment and food stalls. This event is set to capture the true essence what real a country…
Learn MoreNew Education Centre at Hospital
18 January 2012
Future doctors, dentists and nurses will undertake clinical training in new facilities in Ararat with the opening of the redeveloped Pyrenees House. Minister for Health David Davis officially opened the redevelopment of East Grampians Health Service’s Pyrenees House into an Education Centre on Friday. “Clinical training is an important aspect of health care education and…
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