News

08 February 2024

Nurse Celebrates 25 Years in Mental Health with Inaugural Shift at Hervey Bay's $40M Facility

In January 1999, Paulene Christie was a 24 year old newly graduated nurse starting her career at the new Maryborough Mental Health Inpatient Unit, now exactly 25 years later she has worked the first shift at the new $40 million facility in Hervey Bay

21 December 2023

Christmas Decoration Competition 2023

The annual Christmas Decoration Competition is the highlight of the year for Wide Bay HHS. Many of our staff spend months planning a theme, crafting decorations, and hoarding leftover materials to recycle for a sustainable display.

21 December 2023

WBHHS Health Hero - Ken Karrasch

I engage with people who may be expressing emotional and / or mental distress with the aim of gaining their trust so I can walk alongside them to achieve the recovery goals they identify.

21 December 2023

Hervey Bay ICU celebrates 25 years

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) celebrated 25 years of serving the Fraser Coast Community last month at the Waterfront Restaurant.

21 December 2023

Staff Embrace New Mental Health Unit in Fraser Coast

Over 200 staff members recently toured the upcoming mental health unit, signaling a significant step in improving mental healthcare services in the Fraser Coast area. The new 22-bed facility, the first phase of a $40 million project, promises to

21 December 2023

Bundaberg Hospital Medical Education Unit Honors Outstanding Achievements in Annual Awards

The Bundaberg Hospital Medical Education Unit celebrated another successful year of medical excellence as it hosted the annual awards ceremony to recognise outstanding interns and supervisors.

30 November 2023

Wellness Wednesday Wows Staff

With its promising start, Wellness Wednesday is poised to become a staple, promoting wellbeing, community connections, and delightful culinary experiences every second Wednesday at Hervey Bay Hospital.

30 November 2023

WBHHS 2023 Excellence Awards Celebrate Outstanding Achievements in healthcare

Dedication, innovation and patient-focused care were just some of the actions celebrated during the 2023 Excellence Awards.

25 October 2023

WBHHS Health Hero - Geoff Richardson

I engage with people who may be expressing emotional and / or mental distress with the aim of gaining their trust so I can walk alongside them to achieve the recovery goals they identify.