Boort District Health (BDH) is a public hospital established in 1961. Providing healthcare services in the Loddon Shire.
Our website : bdh.vic.gov.au
contact : admin@bdh.vic.gov.au; 03 54515200 Boort District Health (established in 1961) is a multidisciplinary healthcare facility accredited under the National Safety Quality Health Standard and the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards. Boort District Health acknowledges and extends appreciation to the Dja Dja Wurrung Country of Jaara People, the traditional custodians of the land we are standing on. Boort District Health (BDH) offers the following services.
•Urgent Care Centre with 24-hour access (2 cubicles)
Boort District Health UCC offers medical officer onsite (whenever available), Rural
Isolated Practice Registered Nurse Service (RIPRN) (whenever available), My Emergency
Doctor Service, Victorian Virtual Emergency Department, and limited Registered nurse
led X-Ray Services (whenever available).
•Acute Ward (7 ensuites)
•Residential Aged care (25 aged care ensuites)
•Respite Care Services
•Transition Care Program (Hospital Based and Home Based)
•Dental health services (Public and Private oral health services)
•Community and home based Services under CHSP, DVA, HACC
o Domestic Assistance
o Personal Care Assistance
o District Nursing Services
o Allied Health Services
o Day Centre
o Meals on Wheels Services
o Social Support Group Services
o Staying Strong Program
o Transport Services
o Property Maintenance
• Boort DHS supports the following services through third-party providers
o RFDS Counselling Services
o Podiatry Services
o Orange Door
o Audiology Services
o Optometry services
Boort District Health operates Spanner Café, a Communal hub for residents, patients, visitors and staff (Opening hours 1030AM-2.30PM)
Boort District Health Volunteers operate the Opportunity Shop at Godfrey street. (Opening Hours : Tuesdays and Fridays 9am to 3pm; Saturdays 9am to 12noon)
Boort District Health Executive Management
Chief Executive Officer: Donna Doyle
Director of Clinical Service: Mubarak Meera Sahib
Operation Services Manager: Julie Walton
Human Resources Manager: Kathryn Velleley
Yesterday, at Loddon Place, we came together to remember the residents we lost during 2025. A beautiful and heartfelt service by Rv Sue Allen filled with reflection, and shared memories.
We paid tribute to the lives of:
• Irene (Rose) Buchanan
• Moritz Gierisch
• Margaret Ireland
• Glennis Lawrence
• Gordon Lyndon-Smith
• Ernest Perry
• Patricia Streader
• Shirley Wilson
Each of these residents touched our hearts in their own unique way. Their presence enriched our community, and their stories continue to live on with us.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to honour their memories. 💛
03/02/2026
Today we farewelled ‘Sandy’ Sandra Forster Poyner, after almost five decades of incredible service at Boort District Health.
For generations of residents, Sandy wasn’t just an Activities Coordinator — she was a companion, a listener, a constant, and a source of joy. She had a rare gift for knowing each person as an individual and creating moments that truly mattered.
Thank you, Sandy, for your dedication, kindness, and the countless memories you’ve created over nearly 50 years. Your legacy will live on in the hearts of our residents, families, and staff.
Wishing you all the very best in this next chapter — you will be deeply missed 🤍
30/01/2026
We are looking for passionate and dedicated people
to join our team. We currently have vacancies in the following roles:
Bruce and Peter had a great time out at the community garden today, enjoying the sunshine, fresh air, and a bit of harvesting! With the support of our staff, they picked some beautiful nectarines and a lovely cabbage grown right here in our community plot. 🍑🥬 Fresh produce, fresh moments, and happy hearts.
24/01/2026
23/01/2026
Living in a rural community means being prepared for changing conditions. Join us in Boort for a practical, local workshop focused on flood, fire and water safety.
This session will cover:
• How to prepare for floods and fires
• Staying safe around rivers, lakes and floodwaters
• Local risks and practical steps you can take to protect yourself, your family and your property
• Where to find support and reliable local information
📍 Boort Memorial Hall
📅 Friday 13th of February 2026
🎟️ Free community workshop
👉 Spots are limited — register your interest or save the date now.
Bring a neighbour, family member or friend - the more prepared we are, the safer our community will be.
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| Loddon Shire Council| Multicultural Emergency Management Partnership| Northern District Community Health
14/01/2026
Today, Barry and Betty Barnes celebrated an incredible milestone, 59 years of marriage! 💕 Betty came in for a lovely lunch, and together they reminisced over cherished memories in their photo album. What a beautiful journey they’ve shared. Happy Anniversary, Barry & Betty! 🥂✨
13/01/2026
As Australia Day draws near, our residents have been getting creative with some furry little Aussie friends. Today’s masterpiece: adorable handmade koalas. Can’t wait to show you what they craft up next! 🐨✨
08/01/2026
Our Day Centre will be open tomorrow from 8AM with the air con cranked up, cool drinks on hand, and a few movies playing.
If you or someone you know needs a cool spot to escape the heat, feel free to pop in — everyone’s welcome. 😊
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Boort District Health has had an interesting and colourful history.
Until 1892 the first semblance of a hospital service was provided from a local hotel by John King, a doctor’s son. A room at Dr. Birds home then became the hospital until such time as a cottage hospital was built in 1903.
This hospital was rebuilt in 1920 as a private hospital and subsequently became the Boort Bush Nursing Hospital in 1931. Following a decision by the Hospital Board to adopt public hospital status, the existing hospital was built on its present site and opened in 1961 with capital works funding provided by the State Government.
Over the years the hospital has undergone a number of refurbishment’s and expansions. The Day Care Centre was built in 1989 and a new nursing home wing in 1997. In 1979 the Hospital Board auspiced the construction of a 30 bed hostel on crown land.
In 1989 the Board established a community health service for the district and following a series of amalgamations an expanded range of services is now provided through Northern District Community Health Service. Other outreach services which have been developed over the years include the District Nursing Service, Adult Day Activity and Social Support Programs.
The Dental Clinic was first opened in 1977 and has continued to provide much needed dental services to Boort and the surrounding district. Physiotherapy services commenced in 2007 and continue to provide service one day per week.
In June 2008, the Board resolved to change the name of Boort District Hospital to Boort District Health. In 2014, the State Government provided $14 million to update the buildings. In 2016, a new 25 bed Ageing in Place facility, 7 room Acute area, 3 bed Urgent care centre, new Kitchen, Laundry and Activity rooms were constructed.
