Cowra Maternity Unit - Western NSW Local Health District

08/02/2026

So this was always going to be a little bit special and heartfelt to write ❤️

We said farewell and a huge congratulations to our very own Dr Louise Baker on her well deserved retirement! ❤️❤️🙌🏻🍾

She has spent 35 or so years caring so beautifully for our local women, babies and their families and we will be forever grateful for her incredible expertise, compassion, genuineness and absolute commitment to every single woman that she came across.

In usual Louise fashion, her last week was busy (as always!! 😜) and we managed to take this beautiful photo of one of the last babies she helped bring into this world. 👶🏻🤰

We will miss you, Louise and enjoy the time now with your beautiful family ❤️

16/12/2025

Our first little baby of our brand new Maternity Unit!!

A massive congratulations to Jasmine and Cameron on the safe arrival of baby Julien 👶🏻

We are beyond excited with this new chapter in pregnancy and birthing care of our local women and their families 🙌🏻⭐️

We have the most wonderful news from Cowra! 💛👶

We are delighted to announce the arrival of the very first baby to be born at the new Cowra Hospital since it opened its doors last week – little Julien.

Safe, healthy and already stealing hearts, this little history-maker arrived at about 10.30am last Saturday, measuring 50cm and weighing a little over 3kg.

Julien’s arrival is a beautiful milestone for first-time parents Cameron and Jasmine, who are over the moon as you’d expect, and for our new hospital and the community.

A huge congratulations to Cameron, Jasmine and their entire family, and a big thank you to our wonderful maternity and nursing teams who helped bring this special little guy into the world.

09/12/2025

‼️Our brand new Maternity Unit is open ‼️

Our phone numbers remain the same and please follow the signage from the ED entry 😀

Exciting news - the new, $110.2 million Cowra Hospital has formally opened its doors to patients and the community! 🥳

After years of planning, collaboration, dedication and hard work, at 8am this morning the purpose-built hospital officially began a new chapter in local healthcare for Cowra and the region.

All existing services have moved into the new hospital while some new and enhanced services, including the hospital's new CT scanner, will begin operating in January as part of staged opening.

This is a huge milestone for the new hospital, and our entire District and most importantly, the people of Cowra and its surrounding areas. Thank you to everyone who has had input and played a role in this project.

As work now focuses on the demolition of the existing hospital, construction of the new carpark and landscaping, the community will use the new emergency department entrance (off Brisbane Street) to access all services.

We ask that everyone please follow the temporary signage on site, and encourage people to allow additional travel time when visiting the new hospital as car parking on site remains limited as work continues.

Read more about the new hospital and what it means for our community here: https://ow.ly/7p2O50XG1a8

12/11/2025

Be among the first to step inside the new Cowra Hospital at our Community Open Day on Saturday 29 November 2025, 11am–3pm.

This special event celebrates the completion of the $110.2 million Cowra Hospital Redevelopment — a major investment in modern, high-quality healthcare for the Cowra region.

📍 Cowra Hospital, Liverpool Street, Cowra (enter via Emergency entrance on Brisbane Street)

About the event:
👣 Guided tours: Depart every 15 minutes
👥 Meet the team: Speak with Health Infrastructure, Western NSW Local Health District
🔎 Explore the new facilities: Including the emergency department, maternity unit, and improved inpatient and outpatient areas

Important information:
📝 Registration is essential. Spaces are limited for each tour group
👟 Please wear closed-in shoes and suitable walking attire
♿ Accessibility: All internal areas are accessible
🅿️ Parking: Signage and event staff will direct visitors on arrival, we recommend allowing plenty of time to find parking in the surrounding streets and walk to the entrance on Brisbane Street
📸 Photography: The event may be photographed and filmed for promotional use

Register now: 🔗 https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1490114
Date: Sat 29 Nov 2025 (UTC+11)
Location: Cowra Hospital (Enter via Brisbane Street)
Brisbane Street, Cowra NSW 2794

04/11/2025

Tresillian Cowra, together with Cowra Child and Family Health Nurses, invite you to a Sleep & Settling Group on Monday, 10th November, from 10am–12pm at the Cowra Bowling Club.

👶 Children are welcome to attend.
💻 Register online to secure your place.
https://www.tresillian.org.au/courses/for-parents/supporting-sleep-in-young-babies/cowra-10th-november-2025/
📞 For enquiries, please contact 5338 5612.

This session is a wonderful opportunity to gain practical tips and support from the trusted Tresillian team.

23/10/2025

🤰 Cowra Maternity Antenatal Classes 2026 👶

Expecting a baby in 2026? Join our friendly antenatal classes at Cowra Maternity to help you prepare for labour, birth and caring for your newborn.

💞 Learn, ask questions and meet other local parents-to-be!

📞 Contact Cowra Maternity 5338 5561 to register or speak to your midwife

15/10/2025

October is Pregnancy and Infant loss awareness month and we remember all those babies who were lost far too soon and their families 🤍

If you need anyone to talk to, our Maternity Unit is always open and there are so many support options available

09/09/2025

Today is International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day, which recognises the importance of staying alcohol-free during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and planning a pregnancy.

When a pregnant person drinks alcohol, their baby does too. Drinking alcohol can have serious impacts on how a baby grows and can cause FASD. FASD can have lifelong impacts on a person’s learning and behaviour.

Every pregnancy is different and there are a range of factors that influence how a baby grows. The safest thing for your baby is to not drink at all, but it is never too late to stop drinking during your pregnancy.

For more information, visit https://yourroom.health.nsw.gov.au/

Help is available - contact Alcohol & Drug Information Support (ADIS). You can call them anytime on 1800 250 015, or talk online via webchat 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday https://yourroom.health.nsw.gov.au/getting-help/Pages/ADIS-Web-Chat.aspx

ADIS is completely free and confidential.

04/09/2025

Please consider giving your feedback to help improve breastfeeding experiences and support 😀

Western Sydney is currently conducting research to better understand women’s experiences with breastfeeding with the goal of improving breastfeeding support services across NSW.

If you have had a baby in a NSW public hospital in the last five years we would like your help to improve breastfeeding support.

Please complete our online survey looking at breastfeeding support and assessment during pregnancy. It takes about 5-10 minutes to compete and is anonymous.

The survey is part of a research project that aims to improve pregnancy breastfeeding support.

Here is the link to the survey with more information:
https://redcap.link/BFsupportNSW

The research project is being led by clinical midwife consultant and researcher Dr Sarah Melov from Western Sydney Local History District. If you have any questions about this project, you can email her on sarah.melov@health.nsw.gov.au

22/08/2025

Please remember that if you have any concerns with your baby’s movements or questions, it is always best to seek professional support for a conversation and a check. We have a midwifery staff available 24/7 at all times 🤰

Use this form to report a perceived breach of the Therapeutic Goods Act, counterfeit products or questionable practices in relation to therapeutic products.

06/08/2025

As World Breastfeeding Week wraps up, we continue to support those women that come into our care with the best possible advice, guidance and support with their breastfeeding journeys …… no matter how that looks to each and every woman! 🙌🏻

It definitely takes a team to support successful breastfeeding every time! 🤱

06/08/2025

🚨 Notice to All Families 🚨
Cowra Maternity is having a clean-out as we prepare for our exciting move to the new hospital! 🏥✨

If you’ve left any personal items behind, please call Maternity as soon as possible to arrange collection. We’d love to reunite you with your belongings before the big move!

📞 5338 5561
Thank you for your support!