Mawarnkarra Health Service

02/04/2026

Our team recently visited Greenbushes to see what it means to live alongside a large mining operation. Homes, community services, and a school are close to active mining.

We spoke with residents to understand how mining activity close to the town interacts with everyday life. The visit was part of our
commitment to our communities who deserve to be strong and healthy.

02/04/2026

Please note that MHS will have reduced opening hours in the coming days.

In addition to being closed on weekends, we are closed: Friday (Good Friday, 3 April) and Monday (Easter Monday, 6 April).

We will reopen on Tuesday, 7 April and look forward to seeing you then.

Wishing our community a safe and happy long weekend. 💛 📞 For urgent medical needs, please contact your nearest emergency service, or call 000.

23/03/2026

Mawarnkarra Health Service would like to let our community know that we will be closing our NDIS services at the end of our current registration period on 20 April 2026.

This includes the closure of our Plan Management and Support Coordination services.

This has been a difficult decision, made only after a great deal of consideration. Unfortunately, it is no longer financially viable for Mawarnkarra to continue operating as an NDIS provider, and continuing to do so would place our organisation under financial risk.

Our priority now is ensuring that all participants currently receiving NDIS services through Mawarnkarra are supported to transition safely to another provider. Our team will work closely with each participant to help them choose a new provider and ensure a smooth and respectful handover.

If you or someone you support is affected and has questions, please contact our NDIS team dsm@mhs.org.au

Although these services are closing, Mawarnkarra will continue to run the Remote Community Connector Program. This means we will remain committed to helping community members:
- Understand the NDIS
- Apply for the NDIS
- Connect with the right NDIS supports and providers
- Access the services they need moving forward

Supporting our community to navigate the NDIS remains a priority for us.

We thank our participants and community for their understanding and for allowing us to support them on their NDIS journey.

12/03/2026

Mawarnkarra's 40th Anniversary Gala Ball is almost here!

Don't forget to purchase your ticket using the link below or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

https://events.humanitix.com/mawarnkarra-health-service-40th-anniversary-gala

09/03/2026

Hi everyone, my name is Karen and I’m the new Midwife here at Mawarnkarra Health Service.

I’m really excited to be joining the community and supporting local women and families through pregnancy, birth and the early weeks with their babies. I’m passionate about providing respectful, supportive care and helping mums feel confident and safe during this special time.

I’m looking forward to getting to know the community and working alongside the wonderful team here at Mawarnkarra.

Please feel free to pop in to have a yarn or say hello if you see me around the clinic!

Karen, Midwife

06/03/2026

⚠️ Important Notice⚠️

We regret to inform that the Karratha clinic is temporarily closed today.

There has been a significant water leak overnight, making the facility inoperable today.

The Roebourne clinic continues to operate as normal.

We appreciate your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience caused.

25/02/2026

Come and join MHS as we celebrate International Women’s Day on 9 March.

We look forward to seeing you there.

25/02/2026

We have just released our February 2026 newsletter, where we share updates, upcoming events, and give you a behind-the-scenes look at our services and staff.

Check it out here: https://mailchi.mp/regenstrategic/mawarnkarra-health-service-quarterly-newsletter-9549421

24/02/2026

Mawarnkarra are delighted to be hosting a Gala Ball to celebrate our 40th Anniversary of delivering health services in Roebourne.

To purchase a ticket click on the link below or scan the URL on the flyer.

Tickets are $50 for a single and $70 for a couple.

Celebrate 40 Years of Caring for Community Join us for a special evening as Mawarnkarra Health Service marks 40 years of dedicated service to the community.

19/02/2026

WHAT IS SHINGLES?
If you’ve had chickenpox as a kid, you can get shingles as an adult.
Shingles is a viral infection that can be really nasty, especially if you’re over 50 or if your immune system is weak.

It can:
- cause a painful, blistering rash
- bring on sudden and intense pain that can last for months
- be very severe and impact your life
- lead to serious illness in some cases

SHIELD YOURSELF FROM SHINGLES.
The good news is, there’s a safe and effective shingles vaccine for us mob 50 years or older - and it’s free!

17/02/2026

I’m Matthew, an English Australian and a new counsellor at Mawarnkarra.

I’m here to offer a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space for anyone struggling in life. I can offer talking therapy and a way to learn new skills for managing emotional storms, or just a place to come and chat and feel heard and understood. I really hope I can have an opportunity to meet members of the community, and help people find some peace.

I was inspired to be a counsellor from my own counselling experiences when I was battling anxiety, and received warmth, steadiness and genuine care – and I offer these same qualities from a position knowing all of us are in the same boat, rather than being the “expert”.

Looking forward to meeting you!

16/02/2026

Healthy Dog Day is coming back! 🐾

Over the 23 and 24 February, our team will be visiting dogs around Roebourne, Cheeditha, Five Mile, and Wickham to provide treatment for ticks, worms, and scabies.

👇 Check out our flyer below for more information.