Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation We deliver comprehensive primary health care, mental and dental health services to Aboriginal people living in or visiting the Perth Metropolitan area.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified members of the Corporation to...
23/03/2026

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified members of the Corporation to fill a Casual Member Director vacancy on the Board of Directors.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be highly regarded:
- Aboriginal community leadership and advocacy
- Health services, primary health care or the Aboriginal health sector
- Finance, legal or regulatory matters relevant to organisational governance
- Governance, board or committee experience
- Policy development, strategy or organisational leadership

The appointment will be made by the Board in accordance with the DYHS Rule Book and will be subject to ratification by members at the next General Meeting of the Corporation. If ratified by members, the successful appointee will hold office until the close of the 2027 Annual General Meeting.

For more details please visit the Seek listing:
https://www.seek.com.au/job/91088409?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-1

Derbarl members - have you signed up for the new Members Access Portal yet? In the portal, you can access important info...
17/03/2026

Derbarl members - have you signed up for the new Members Access Portal yet?

In the portal, you can access important information, see updates, RSVP to events, and keep your contact details up to date.

Click here to sign up: www.dyhs.org.au/portal-sign-up/

The portal is only available to Derbarl members. More details on how to become a member are available on our website at www.dyhs.org.au/about-us/membership/

Our new Derbarl Midland Clinic is open tomorrow!Open from 18th MarchOur current clinic, at Centennial Place is now non-o...
17/03/2026

Our new Derbarl Midland Clinic is open tomorrow!

Open from 18th March

Our current clinic, at Centennial Place is now non-operational.

The new location is 11 The Avenue, Midland 6056

11 The Avenue is only a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from centennial place.

It's also only a 10-minute walk from Midland Train Station.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are very pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Lesley Nelson as Acting Chief...
09/03/2026

On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are very pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Lesley Nelson as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation.

Following a rigorous and transparent recruitment and interview process, the Board carefully considered the leadership qualities, experience and values required to guide Derbarl through its next phase. Lesley clearly demonstrated the capability, integrity and commitment required to lead our organisation and continue strengthening the important work we do for our community.

Lesley’s appointment marks an important step forward as we continue to stabilise the organisation, strengthen our leadership and governance and move Derbarl forward with clarity, confidence and purpose.

The Board is confident that Lesley will provide strong leadership during this period and will work closely with staff and community to ensure Derbarl continues to move in the right direction.

Please join me in congratulating Lesley Nelson on her appointment and in offering your support as she commences in the role, on Monday the 9th of March.

The Board wishes to advise that Ms Joslyn Eades-Tass has resigned from her position on the Board of Directors.On behalf ...
03/03/2026

The Board wishes to advise that Ms Joslyn Eades-Tass has resigned from her position on the Board of Directors.

On behalf of Derbarl, we extend our sincere gratitude to Joslyn for her outstanding service, leadership and unwavering commitment to the organisation, our staff and the community. During her tenure as Chairperson, Joslyn provided strong stewardship, advocacy and guidance through important periods in Derbarl’s journey. Her contribution to strengthening Derbarl and supporting delivery of culturally safe healthcare has been significant and deeply appreciated.

Following this change, Director Nathan Riley has been elected to the Chairperson role to ensure continuity of governance and stability while the Board undertakes its ongoing responsibilities.

The Board is also pleased to advise that Uncle George Hayden has been elected as Deputy Chairperson of the Board. Uncle George brings deep cultural knowledge, strong community connection and valuable governance experience to this role. His appointment further strengthens the Board’s leadership capacity and ensures continued cultural authority and stability as we guide Derbarl forward.

The Board remains united and focused on providing strong governance, organisational stability and clear strategic direction as we continue to move Derbarl forward.

The Board looks forward to working closely with the new Acting CEO (when appointed), the Executive Leadership Team and all employees as we continue to stabilise the ship and move confidently in the right direction — stronger together.

We continue the process to finalise recruitment of the Acting CEO and this will be announced in the very near future.

A new Derbarl home in Midland!On Monday 23 February 2026, we marked a proud moment for Derbarl and the Midland community...
26/02/2026

A new Derbarl home in Midland!

On Monday 23 February 2026, we marked a proud moment for Derbarl and the Midland community with a ribbon cutting at our new Midland Clinic.

This new facility has been shaped by culture, care, and community leadership. Its design has been informed by our Elders and Midland staff through Cultural Immersion workshops to ensure a welcoming experience for our clients and support the delivery of culturally safe care. With more than double the size of the current Midland clinic, we are looking forward to expanding the available services to the community.

Thank you to the Elders and community leaders who joined us, and to our partners and supporters. Most of all, thank you to our staff who have carried this project from vision to reality.

The new clinic will open officially on the 18th of March.

Prior to that we look forward to welcoming community at our Open Day on the 7th of March.



All Derbarl Clinics will be closed on Monday March 2nd for the Public Holiday.Services will re-open Tuesday 03/03/26.Tha...
26/02/2026

All Derbarl Clinics will be closed on Monday March 2nd for the Public Holiday.

Services will re-open Tuesday 03/03/26.

Thank you for your understanding.

The Mirrabooka clinic will be closed from now due to local power outage.Thank you for your understanding.
25/02/2026

The Mirrabooka clinic will be closed from now due to local power outage.

Thank you for your understanding.

Community UpdateWe’d like to let our community know that James Christian has stepped down from his role as Chief Executi...
17/02/2026

Community Update

We’d like to let our community know that James Christian has stepped down from his role as Chief Executive Officer of Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service, effective immediately.

We thank James for his contribution during his time with Derbarl.

Most importantly, our services continue as normal. All clinics and programs are operating as usual, and our team remains focused on providing safe, high-quality and culturally responsive care to our community.

During this transition, Chairperson Joslyn Eades-Tass will represent Derbarl in external matters while the Board works through interim arrangements and begins recruiting a new CEO.

Derbarl remains proudly community-controlled and committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people across Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar.

We’ll share updates with you when there’s more to let you know.

Has your child had trouble with ear pain? Worried about your kids' ears or hearing?We’re offering FREE walk-in ear and h...
16/02/2026

Has your child had trouble with ear pain? Worried about your kids' ears or hearing?

We’re offering FREE walk-in ear and hearing checks for kids at our Maddington Clinic on Monday mornings, 9:30am – 11:30am.

Upcoming Dates:
23 February
23 March
20 April
5 May
22 June

For more information or to yarn about appointment options:
08 6251 5634 | derbarlkids@dyhs.org.au

Address

156 Wittenoom Street
East Perth, WA
6004

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+611300420272

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