Western NSW Local Health District

10/03/2026

Have you heard? The Get Healthy Service offers free and confidential online, and phone-based health coaching to NSW residents 16+

We can support you to:
• Build healthy eating habits
• Stay physically active
• Improve your energy levels
• Improve strength and balance
• Improve your mood and sense of wellbeing
• Drink less alcohol
• Manage or lower the risk of diabetes and other chronic health conditions
• Connect you with services to quit smoking or va**ng
• Support overall wellbeing.

The service can also support older people to stay strong, active, and independent.

Aboriginal health coaches, bi-lingual health coaches, interpreter services and the National Relay Service are available.

Speak to a friendly health coach today.
Call 1300 806 258
Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm
Saturday 9am to 5pm
Learn more 👉🏽 gethealthynsw.com.au

The Get Healthy Service offers free phone and online health coaching to help you make lifestyle changes to improve your health. Delivered by NSW Health, the service is available to people over 16 years of age living in NSW. When you join, you’ll receive 6 or more confidential coaching calls with a...

09/03/2026

Do you like meeting new people?

Do you enjoy cooking and learning new skills?

Would you like to join a Meals and Moments program in your local community?

The Meals and Moments program is designed for adults, aged 50 and over, to connect with others, cook and learn about nutritious food, whilst supporting health and wellbeing.

Find out more at:
https://engage.wnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/meals-and-moments-program

08/03/2026

Celebrating 25 Years of Care in Our Community

Congratulations to Dr Ashraf Labib, who is marking an incredible 25 years of dedicated service to the Trangie community.

Since arriving in Trangie in February 2001, Dr Labib has been a constant and trusted presence, providing compassionate care, supporting generations of families, and contributing enormously to the health and wellbeing of the community.

Dr Labib’s long-term commitment reflects not only his clinical excellence, but his genuine care for the people of Trangie and surrounding areas. His contribution has strengthened local healthcare and helped ensure that quality primary and emergency care remains close to home.

A special morning tea was recently held at the Trangie MPS to celebrate this milestone, with MPS and Medical Centre staff and the Trangie Auxiliary in attendance. During the celebration, Dr Labib was presented with a certificate recognising his 25 years of service.

Thank you, Dr Labib, for your outstanding dedication, your kindness, and the positive impact you continue to make every day. Congratulations on 25 remarkable years.

07/03/2026

07/03/2026

Shout-out to this incredible team! 👏

06/03/2026

International Women’s Day: Celebrating women in the Warrumbungles

More than 40 women from Coonabarabran and surrounding communities gathered this week for a special women’s health and storytelling event in the lead up to International Women’s Day held on Sunday 8 March.

Hosted by the Warrumbungle Women’s Collective, the evening brought women of all ages together to learn, laugh and share stories of strength and resilience.

The event included a women’s health session on cervical screening and local services, followed by an inspiring panel discussion with local women Dr Jessica Yabsley, Tammy Allen and Keira Cox, facilitated by community member Heidi McGlashan.

Events like this help make health information more accessible while creating space for women to connect and support one another.

The next women’s health event will be held in Baradine on 18 March, focusing on menopause. To book, contact Alyssa on 0428 534 650.

06/03/2026

Are you experiencing viral gastro?
Here’s what to expect 👉
Unwell and not sure where to go? You can call healthdirect anytime day or night on 1800 022 222 and get the help you need. healthdirect is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A registered nurse will answer your call, ask some questions and connect you with the right care.
If it’s life-threatening, call Triple Zero (000) or go to an Emergency Department.
Find out more: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/viral-gastroenteritis.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawQS_05leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1YlFGZkhTVzhVM3o0RVhSc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgyV8KDnWA9o2jq5bAAIxy4bnsgHn0kprdP1g2C5d8BMFBlkl43tKOAHJgbr_aem_SwAncDgyzoUZ9QNhu9QkHw

05/03/2026

Today’s is all about welcoming the newest cohort of participants to the Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program across Western NSW Local Health District.

The AHEAD Program provides early-career Allied Health clinicians with a unique opportunity to accelerate their careers while supporting communities across the district.

So far this year, we’ve welcomed more than 30 Allied Health professionals to Western NSW Local Health District.

Welcome to the team, and we look forward to seeing all that you achieve! 👏

05/03/2026

Some important information from our friends at NSW Health Pathology 👇

The laboratory at Hospital is moving. While testing is underway, be aware there are some temporary changes from 9 March – 11 March to pathology collections.

The pathology collection room at the current Dubbo Laboratory will close at 1pm on Sunday 8 March.

It will reopen for pathology collections in our new laboratory just up the hallway on Thursday 12 March at 7am, on the ground floor of the Myall Street entrance (old main hospital entrance).

People can also visit the pathology collection centre at Dubbo Hospital Ambulatory Care Centre. It’s open Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 4pm.

👋Hey Dubbo

Dubbo laboratory is moving! While we're still conducting testing, be aware there are some temporary changes from 9 March – 11 March to pathology collections.

The pathology collection room at the current Dubbo Laboratory will close at 1pm on Sunday 8 March.

We will reopen for pathology collections in our new laboratory on Thursday 12 March at 7am. You can find us on the ground floor of the Myall Street entrance (old main hospital entrance). It’s just up the hallway!

You can also visit our pathology collection centre at Dubbo Hospital Ambulatory Care Centre. It’s open Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 4pm.

Western NSW Local Health District

04/03/2026

Do you know about the NSW School Vaccination Program. We work with schools to offer free vaccines to students.
Click here to learn more for schools, parents or children; https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/schoolvaccination.aspx

04/03/2026

A very special celebration was held at Wellington Health Service, as colleagues surprised two incredible nurses to mark their retirements.

Sue Bailey, Emergency Department Registered Nurse and Educator at Wellington Hospital for the past 20 years, and Vicki Fuller, who has dedicated 30 years as an Enrolled Nurse, were honoured for their outstanding commitment and care.

Between them, that’s 50 years of compassion, skill and service to the Wellington community!

Happy retirement, Sue and Vicki. You will be greatly missed, and we thank you for everything you have given to your patients, colleagues and community.

03/03/2026

Today we are celebrating a very talented residents at Lightning Ridge Residential Aged Care, Meg.

Meg has been sharing her wonderful artistic talent, creating beautiful drawings and paintings of people, places and animals.

Great work, Meg! We love seeing your artwork come to life!