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Together, we are a large multi-campus organisation, but we are one unified team.

Grampians Health is the coming together of Edenhope and District Memorial Hospital, Stawell Regional Health, Wimmera Healthcare Group, and Ballarat Health Services. We share common goals and values and will work tirelessly to deliver rural and regional healthcare leadership to the communities we serve. We are a total health care provider, and have been providing quality care to the Grampians region for more than 160 years. We work to improve the health and well-being of our patients, their families, and our community - that means we care for patients and the community with a comprehensive range of general and specialist care, across every key medical and healthcare discipline, including: Acute Care, Sub-Acute Care, Residential Aged Care, Community Care, Mental Health Services and Rehabilitation Services. When contributing to this page please ensure you are courteous and remain on topic to avoid having comments removed or access to the page blocked. If you would like to provide feedback to the Grampians Health, please access our feedback portal at https://grampianshealth.org.au/contact-us/

07/11/2025

Today is International Project Management Day – a day to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Capital Projects team.

From designing and planning to construction, the Capital Projects team (including Project Officer John Ekman pictured who drives Horsham projects) delivers critical infrastructure that allows Grampians Health to provide the best healthcare possible.

Chief Redevelopment and Infrastructure Officer Veronica Furnier said every successful health project was the result of meticulous planning, collaboration and a deep understanding of how infrastructure supports patient care.

“Our Capital Projects team not only builds facilities – it’s helping build the future of healthcare in our region and I would like to thank each and every team member for their professionalism, creativity and dedication.

“We’re proud of the projects we’re delivering as they will improve access to care, create better environments for patients and staff and strengthen our local health services for generations to come.”

Drop a 👏or a 🔨 in the comments to help celebrate the team!

06/11/2025

Recently, a group of our Physiotherapists from Stawell, Ballarat and Horsham represented Grampians Health at the Australian Physiotherapy Association Career Connect evening in Hawthorn.

The event provided a fantastic opportunity to promote the highly supportive and rich learning environment that our organisation provides for new graduates. Students that attended the evening were enthused to learn about our early careers and physiotherapy grade one program, as well as the inclusive and collaborative culture that we are lucky to have regionally.

We look forward to welcoming new colleagues to our Grampians region in 2026.

For any queries about our Physiotherapy grade one positions, please contact sarah.hewitt@gh.org.au.

📸 Physiotherapist Kaylem Stone (Stawell), Tom Mooney (Ballarat), Amy O’Sullivan (Horsham), Lisie Dodds (Ballarat) and Kirsten Andrich (Ballarat) enjoyed an evening of connection and inspiration.

31/10/2025

The final session of the Allied Health Early Careers Program was held in Stawell, bringing together participants from cross campuses for an engaging day of reflection and career planning. This face-to-face event provided an invaluable opportunity for early career professionals to connect, share experiences, and explore strategies for shaping their future in health care.

The program is designed to support the transition from student to professional while fostering the skills and attributes essential for success in allied health roles. Key objectives include:
✅ Interprofessional orientation to the health service
✅ Building confidence in interdisciplinary teamwork
✅ Developing core professional knowledge and attributes
✅ Commitment to research and evidence-based practice
✅ Cultivating lifelong learning and reflective practice
✅ Enhancing critical thinking and adaptability in change management

Through interactive discussions and reflective exercises, participants explored their career goals and considered how to leverage these skills to thrive in dynamic health care environments. The session highlighted the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning—cornerstones of professional growth in allied health.

Thank you to all participants for your enthusiasm and commitment throughout the program. Your contributions have strengthened our allied health community and set the stage for ongoing success.

For more information about the program, contact Kelsey Morcombe, Deputy Manager Occupational Therapy Junior Workforce, at Kelsey.Morcombe@gh.org.au.

30/10/2025

We've recently unveiled a brand-new, purpose-built pharmacy onsite within our Horsham campus, marking an exciting milestone in improving medication services for patients and staff across the region.

Delivered by our Capital Projects team, the new pharmacy features a modern dispensary, a dedicated counselling room and upgraded office spaces designed to support the efficient and timely provision of medications.

“It’s a credit to the teams involved that we’ve been able to deliver a facility that not only enhances our pharmacy services but also strengthens the way our clinical teams work together to support patients,” Chief Operating Officer Ben Kelly said.

Horsham Site Director and Director of Nursing Maree Markby said the purpose-built pharmacy was the result of careful planning and teamwork.

“The new facility is a great example of how thoughtful design and collaboration can deliver a space that not only looks fantastic but also improves how our teams work each day,” Ms Markby said.

“I’d like to thank our pharmacy team for their effort in ensuring a smooth transition into the new space with uninterrupted services – a reflection of their professionalism and dedication to patient care.

📸 Capital Projects Project Officer John Ekman, Director of Pharmacy Clinical Services Hazel Colbert and Horsham Site Director and Director of Nursing Maree Markby.

28/10/2025

October 29 is World Stroke Day. Knowing the F.A.S.T. signs of stroke can save lives.

👉 Face drooping
👉 Arm weakness
👉 Speech difficulty
👉 Time to call triple zero (000)

Find out more about World Stroke Day at https://www.world-stroke.org/

Learn more about stroke symptoms and risk factors at https://strokefoundation.org.au/

26/10/2025

Grass pollen season brings an increased risk of asthma and hay fever. It also brings the increased chance of thunderstorm asthma.

🌾🌩️ Thunderstorm asthma is thought to be triggered by a unique combination of high amounts of grass pollen in the air and a certain type of thunderstorm. For people who have asthma or hay fever this can trigger severe asthma symptoms.

❗ If you have current, past or undiagnosed asthma or seasonal hay fever you are at risk of thunderstorm asthma. Even if you don't think you have asthma or hay fever, don't ignore symptoms like wheezing or shortness of breath.

Thunderstorm asthma can be sudden, serious, and even life threatening.

Know the risks. Get prepared. Stay safe.

Learn more at: https://my.gh.org.au/thunderstormasthma

25/10/2025

We've recently launched Australia's first mobile clinical trials unit, bringing research, innovation, and care directly to Western Victorian regional and rural communities, transforming community access to cutting-edge research and innovative treatments.

This initiative brings Grampians Health to the forefront of clinical research and equitable healthcare making it easier for rural patients to access the latest treatments closer to home, while driving greater inclusion, innovation, and improved health across the community.

“Every kilometre our mobile clinical trials unit travels represents greater access, better outcomes, and stronger communities for our people in regional and rural areas, reducing the stress and burden on patients and their families,” said Professor Matthew Hadfield, Chief Medical Officer.

Hamilton grandfather, Barry Baulch, will be among the first clinical trial participants to receive innovative treatment and care via the new mobile clinical trials unit – and he can already see its immeasurable benefits.

Barry, who has been on a Phase 1 oncology clinical trial for metastatic lung disease since June last year, looks right at home in the mobile clinical trials unit at Grampians Health. Soon, that home will quite literally be his own.

“For Bev and me, having the mobile clinical trials bus come to us in Hamilton will really take the pressure off,” said Barry. “You go through so much with cancer already without adding the extra stress and burden of travel.”

Featuring artwork by First Nations artist Darlene Rumler, the unit also serves as a hub for community engagement and inclusion in clinical research.

Read the full article here: https://my.gh.org.au/48CMb4C

📸 Barry Baulch is pictured alongside the mobile clinical trials unit.

23/10/2025

Horsham continues to lead the way in stroke care, with the introduction of stroke champions in the Wimmera Base Hospital's Emergency Department further elevating their outstanding track record.

“These champions are nurses who are taking extra responsibility around stroke care and being our eyes and ears on the ground,” Deidre Rennick, Stroke Coordinator, said. “Emma Criddle and Freia Agustin are the first of our appointed champions and we hope to announce more soon."

Our Horsham campus was also once again recognised at the Australian Stroke Coalition awards ceremony in Hobart, earning a Certificate of Distinction in recognition of the quality of care provided, based on data submitted to the Australian Stroke Clinical Registry.

They also received a Certificate of Achievement for outstanding performance on case ascertainment, data quality and timeliness of data entry and acknowledgement of significant improvement in rural retrieval times (Horsham to Melbourne) in the 30:60:90 Target Awards.

“Our success is really from an all-round team approach that includes Ambulance Victoria,” Deidre said.

Read the full article here: https://my.gh.org.au/42Tjvkc

📸 Stroke Coordinator Deidre Rennick and Stroke Champion Emma Criddle using a Teledoc to communicate with Victorian Stroke Telemedicine.

22/10/2025

A new measles case has been reported in Victoria in an adult who likely acquired their infection overseas after travel to India, Indonesia and Vietnam. Multiple public exposure sites have been identified.

ℹ️ Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can spread from person to person and potentially lead to serious health complications, including pneumonia and brain inflammation (encephalitis).

👉 Exposure: People who have attended the listed exposure sites, during the specified dates and times contained within the link below should monitor for symptoms of measles.

⚠️ Symptoms: Anyone who develops symptoms of measles should seek medical care. Wear a mask and call ahead to make sure you can be isolated from others.

For the full list of these exposure sites, symptoms to monitor for, and information about vaccinations: https://go.vic.gov.au/4quKHj8

21/10/2025

🌾 Grass pollen season brings an increased risk of asthma and hay fever. It also brings an increased chance of thunderstorm asthma. There are some simple steps that you can take to prepare.

👩‍⚕️ Talk to your GP about an asthma action plan or hay fever treatment plan

❗ Learn asthma first aid

📱 Download the Vic Emergency app and turn on forecasts and alerts for thunderstorm asthma

Learn more at https://my.gh.org.au/thunderstormasthma

17/10/2025

Celebrating the first World Op Shop Day!

For the very first time, we are celebrating the power of ‘second-hand’ and the vital role op shops play in our community on World Op Shop Day, Saturday, October 18.

Horsham’s Opportunity Shop is a great example of community charity, with a team of dedicated volunteers working in the shop to raise about $90-100,000 a year. All funds raised go to the purchase of vital equipment for Wimmera Base Hospital.

The shop, ably managed by Dianne Lewis under the guidance of the WBH Ladies Auxiliary, is constantly busy and always has an amazing selection of clothing, footwear and household items. The stock is supplied completely from community donations which the team are always grateful to receive as long as they are in resale condition.

Pictured with items from the shop are volunteers Katherine Hollaway, Sharron Drummond and Maree Hutchison. Katherine said the shop was bulging with items in readiness for the Christmas rush.

So on World Op Shop Day, or any other day, you are invited to engage with an op shop, either as a donor, a customer or a volunteer.

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