Robinvale District Health Services

24/12/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and Merry Christmas from all at RDHS.

19/12/2025

HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters) is an early childhood and parenting program for children and their parents / carers.

You will support up to 15 families in the program through weekly/fortnightly home visits.

You will attend weekly training and assist in regular parent groups.
No Qualifications required. Opportunity for further education.
PART TIME: Minimum 15 hours per week during school terms
Fixed Term: February 2026 to December 2027

Applications close January 16th 2026
For further information please contact
Toneea Watson - HIPPY Robinvale Coordinator on 0350518445 or email twatson@rdhs.com.au

To Apply Please send your applications to People and Culture Department - recruitment@rdhs.com.au

19/12/2025

Thought we would like to share with our community our Christmas decorations and entrants for our annual Christmas Door Competition with Mallee Track Health & Community Services.
MERRY CHRISTMAS

17/12/2025

RDHS would like to Congratulate Chloe Heeps and Annette-Joy Adcock for completing their Diploma in Nursing 🏥.

Chloe and Annette completed their Diplomas with and we were honored to host and guide them both throughout their certificate journey

Thank you to the team at Robinvale District Health Services for hosting and guiding Chloe throughout her Certification journey!

16/12/2025

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Heatwave Warning in the coming days, for one or more weather districts in Victoria.

It’s important to plan ahead and make sure you and your family stay safe during periods of warmer weather.

Stay cool. Use air conditioning and/or a fan. Wear light and loose clothing. Keep skin wet, using a spray bottle or damp sponge and by taking cool showers. If you can’t keep cool at home, think about where you can go on hot days to cool down such as public pools or air-conditioned buildings.

Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water. Keep drinking fluids before you feel thirsty, especially if outdoors and performing physical activity.

Check in with family, friends and neighbours. Let people know you are OK and check in with those at increased risk or who may need your support. Look out for those who might be more affected by extreme heat, like the those over the age of 65 years, babies and young children, pregnant women, people with acute or chronic health problems, those who are socially isolated or those with limited ways to keep cool.

Plan ahead. Watch the weather forecast in your area and plan activities at cooler times of day.

Hot cars kill. Never leave kids, adults, or pets in cars. The temperature inside a parked car can double within minutes.

If needed, call Nurse-On-Call on 1300 60 60 24 or contact Victorian Virtual Emergency Department at https://www.vved.org.au/.

In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

15/12/2025

The shocking events at Bondi on Sunday 14th December are deeply distressing and thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this horrific act.
If this latest incident is having an impact on you or someone you know, there are services available to help and support.

If the tragic incident in Bondi is having an impact on you or someone you know, there are services available to help and support.

Talk to your doctor or mental health professional about what you are experiencing or talk to the following support services:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
Griefline: 1300 845 745
Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636
Partners in Wellbeing: 1300 375 330
Yarning Safe ‘N’ Strong: 1800 959 563

It is normal to have strong reactions following a distressing or frightening event, but there are things you can do to cope with and recover from trauma.

For more information, visit:
https://go.vic.gov.au/4q2YEE2

15/12/2025

The 16 Days of Activism May Be Over - But Our Commitment Continues Every Day

Each year, from 25 November to 10 December, communities across the world mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. At Robinvale District Health Services (RDHS), we joined this global movement by sharing daily reflections from our staff on what respect means to them and how everyday actions can help build safer, more equal communities.

Over the 16 days, our team of students, clinicians, support staff, managers and leaders - spoke about consent, equality, child safety, stereotypes, teamwork, cultural respect, the importance of being heard, and the power of calling out harmful behaviors. Although each message was unique, they all carried out a shared theme: respect is at the heart of preventing violence.

As a health organisation, we see first-hand the impact that gender inequality and violence can have on individuals, families, and communities. That is why our commitment does not start on Day 1, and it does not end on Day 16. Respect, safety and support are values we practice every day, in every service we provide.

While the awareness campaign has officially ended for 2025, the work of prevention, and the importance of community conversations, continues throughout the year. We encourage everyone in our community to keep reflecting on what respect looks like in daily life: in our homes, workplaces, sporting clubs, schools, and online spaces.

If you or someone you know needs confidential advice or support, you can contact:
RDHS - for confidential discussions and further information about available support.
1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) – 24/7 counselling, information and assistance.

Together, we can make respect part of everyday life and help create a future where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.

11/12/2025

Today our PAG (Planned Activity Group) celebrated the Christmas Season and last day of PAG for 2025 with a lunch at the local Rainbow Inn restaurant.

Over the past few months, the ladies knitted a beautiful blanket that they would like to donate to the residents at Riverside Campus.

10/12/2025

RDHS held their 67th Annual General Meeting on yesterday afternoon on Tuesday 9th December 2025, where they released the RDHS Annual Report for 2024-2025.

RDHS Directors, Guests and Staff were presented, Board Chair report from current Chair Rex Prabhu, CEO report by Ro Enever and Financial report by Director Corporate Services, Vicki Shawcross.

The RDHS Annual Report for 2024-2025 is now available on the RDHS Website or copies at our RDHS Campuses.

10/12/2025

Day 16 of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

On the final day of the 16 Days of Activism, we share a message from our CEO, who reaffirms our organisation’s commitment to standing against gender-based violence and supporting those impacted. She reminds us that “Everyone deserves safety, respect and dignity always.”.

Her leadership reflects what women in decision-making roles can achieve when given the opportunity to lead with strength, compassion and vision. As we close these 16 days, we recognise that our commitment does not end here. Promoting respect, safety and equality is part of the everyday work we do with our clients, communities and staff.

We continue to support victim survivors and remain focused on prevention efforts throughout the year. We also welcome opportunities to collaborate with like-minded organisation's to strengthen community awareness and promote safe, respectful relationships.

If you or someone you know needs confidential advice or support:
1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) - 24/7 counselling, information, and assistance.

09/12/2025

Day 15 of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Today, Estelle, our Speech Pathologist, shared that respect means being heard and not being discriminated against. Her words echo the national conversation that real change starts when every voice, especially those often left out of the room, is included, valued and leads the conversation.

Recent national reports have reminded us that violence is a national emergency, and that real progress only happens when every voice is included from the beginning, not as an afterthought. Respect is about elevating those most affected and ensuring community-led voices guide our decisions, our actions and our systems.

As we continue the 16 Days of Activism, we stand with every organisation and every advocate working towards safety, equality and respect. Because respect isn’t just a value, it’s the foundation of a future free from violence.

If you or someone you know needs confidential advice or support:
1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) - 24/7 counselling, information, and assistance.

08/12/2025

We always enjoy having the students from the Euston Public School attending and singing to our residents. Singing Christmas carols at the Riverside Campus.

Thank you for attending, it always puts a smiling face on our residents.

Our students shone today while performing Christmas Carols at the Robinvale Hostel. We are incredibly proud of them! Thank you to the residents and staff for having us.