Tongala Health

02/04/2026

A huge thank you to the Men’s Longest Lunch Committee 🙌

Yesterday we were proud to receive an incredible $25,000 donation following the success of the 2026 event 💙

Over the past 11 years, this amazing community initiative has raised more than $200,000 for KDHS 👏 making a real difference to local healthcare and men’s health in our region.

This year’s funds will go towards important equipment like a new macerator and Day Procedure Unit chairs, helping improve patient safety, comfort and care 🏥✨

We are so grateful for the ongoing support, generosity and community spirit shown by everyone involved. Thank you for helping us continue to provide high-quality care for our community 🙏

17/03/2026

On Thursday 19 March 2026, Kyabram District Health Service (KDHS) will recognise National Close the Gap Day, a national day of action focused on achieving health equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This year’s theme, “Community Voices: The Pathway to Justice, Equality and Healing,” highlights the importance of listening to and learning from First Nations communities to improve health outcomes.
At KDHS, we are committed to helping close the gap by providing culturally safe care, strengthening partnerships with local Aboriginal organisations, and supporting health initiatives that meet the needs of First Nations people in our community.
We are also working to strengthen our relationships with the Local Aboriginal Community, local ACCOs and Traditional Owner Groups to improve access to care, build cultural understanding, and support better health outcomes.
Closing the Gap takes collaboration, respect and action. KDHS is proud to stand alongside our community and partners as we continue working toward a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience the same health opportunities and outcomes as all Australians.
💛🖤❤️

12/03/2026

📢 Attract Connect Stay – Strategy Workshop (Stanhope)

Community members are invited to join an Attract Connect Stay Strategy Workshop at Stanhope Health.

📅 Thursday 26 March
⏰ 12:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 35 Birdwood Avenue, Stanhope VIC 3623
💻 Or join online via Microsoft Teams (details below)

About the workshop
Come along and help shape how the Attract Connect Stay program can work in Stanhope. Communities play an important role in helping new healthcare professionals and their families settle into rural areas. When people feel connected and supported, they are more likely to stay – helping stabilise our local workforce, reduce waitlists and improve health outcomes for our community.

This practical session is for community members and Ky Health staff to explore how we can best welcome and connect new arrivals into our community.

RSVP:
📧 Jo Buckingham – jbuckingham@shdh.org.au
📞 0457 053 349

Join via Teams:
🔗 https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/4130188718876?p=wrZDzAm6xUrluWlt6f
Meeting ID: 41300 18871 8876
Passcode: Ls3VS3BB

Know someone who should attend? Please feel free to share this invitation. If you’re planning to come along in person, please RSVP so we can make sure there’s enough lunch for everyone! 🍽️

10/03/2026

💙 Accessing Mental Health Support in Kyabram

Following community feedback, we’d like to share information about how to access mental health support in Kyabram through KDHS Social Work & Counselling and MIND Australia.

KDHS Social Work & Counselling provide regular counselling services at the hospital. Anyone can complete a self-referral form via the KDHS website:
https://www.kyhealth.org.au/departments-services/social-worker/

✔️ There is no cost to access this service.

Where appropriate, KDHS Social Work & Counselling may seek your consent to refer you to MIND Australia, a community mental health provider that offers government-funded support programs.

Walk-In Support – Tuesdays
A MIND Australia walk-in service operates at KDHS on Tuesdays. When attending, patients will first meet with a Lived Experience Worker / Peer Practitioner, who can listen, provide support, and help determine the most appropriate next steps.

Please note that, like many mental health services across Victoria, there is currently an extensive wait list for ongoing support.

📞 MIND Australia: 1300 286 463

🚨 If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis:
• Attend the nearest Hospital Emergency Department, or
• Call 000 in an emergency.

24-hour crisis support:
• Lifeline: 13 11 14
• Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467

You are not alone, and support is available. 💙

26/02/2026

📣 Out Of Hours GP Clinic – Open This Weekend at KDHS 🏥

Need to see a GP this weekend? The Out Of Hours GP Clinic at KDHS is open:

🗓 Saturday: 1:00pm – 9:00pm
🗓 Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

To book your appointment:
📞 Call 5857 0200
📲 Or use the QR code to access HotDoc and book online.

Please share to help spread the word and ensure our community knows care is available when they need it. 💙

17/02/2026

GET YOUR TICKETS 💙💙

💙Kyabram Men’s Lunch - JUST A FEW DAYS LEFT TO SECURE YOUR TICKETS!

Join us for the 11th Kyabram Men’s Longest Lunch on Friday 27 February 2026.
From 12pm–4pm at the Kyabram Parkland Golf Club Pavilion.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon featuring:
• A two-course meal with beer and wine
• Guest speaker Andrew Rule
• Entertainment by Mike Goldstein
• Auctions and raffles on the day
Tickets: $150 per person
(All proceeds support Kyabram Men’s Health)
Bookings are essential and can be made through Walker Real Estate
📞 03 5853 2727
Dress code: Smart casual
Get your mates together and support an important cause in our community.

04/02/2026

Please be advised that the Out of Hours GP Clinic at KDHS will be closed this weekend, the 7th & 8th of February.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the community’s understanding.

02/02/2026

💙Kyabram Men’s Longest Lunch 💙

Join us for the 11th Kyabram Men’s Longest Lunch on Friday 27 February 2026.
From 12pm–4pm at the Kyabram Parkland Golf Club Pavilion.

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon featuring:
• A two-course meal with beer and wine
• Guest speaker Andrew Rule
• Entertainment by Mike Goldstein
• Auctions and raffles on the day

Tickets: $150 per person
(All proceeds support Kyabram Men’s Health)

Bookings are essential and can be made through Walker Real Estate
📞 03 5853 2727

Dress code: Smart casual

Get your mates together and support an important cause in our community.

21/01/2026

Sexual Health Clinic

Looking after your sexual and reproductive health is an important part of overall wellbeing, and support is available close to home.

Our Sexual Health Clinic offers free, safe, and confidential appointments for people of all ages, with access to a wide range of services, including:
• Cervical screening (clinician-led or self-collect)
• Free condoms
• STI testing and treatment
• Contraception support and referrals
• Pregnancy testing and unplanned pregnancy support
• Perimenopause and menopause assessment and support
• Menstruation concerns
• Age-appropriate health checks
• Cancer screening information

📍 Appointments are available at Kyabram and Echuca hospitals
📞 Call 03 5485 5801 to make an appointment with our Sexual Health Nurse

18/12/2025

🎄🎁 We're on Christmas break! 🎄🎁

Closed: Friday 19th Dec.
Re-opening: Tuesday 13th Jan.

All enquiries during this time please call Kyabram Health on 58 570 200

Tongala Health wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy New Year!

We look forward to seeing you all in 2026 🎉🎉

17/12/2025

Hello Tongala Community! 👋

Did you know our local petrol station is now open?
⏰6am -7pm, 7 days a week

With fuel and hot food available, it's the perfect spot to stop in.
Pop by, say hello and welcome the new owners to town 🙂

Please help spread the word!

Send a message to learn more

02/12/2025

🌟 International Day of People with Disability – Community Celebration! 🌟

Join us for a fun, family-friendly day filled with activities to celebrate inclusion and community spirit! 💛💙

✨ BBQ • Ice Cream • Face Painting • Smoothie Bike
✨ Children Free Entry
✨ First 100 Adults Free Entry
✨ All Activities Free!

📍 NEW VENUE: Ky Fauna Park
⏰ Saturday 06 December | 10:00am – 1:00pm

Bring your family, friends, and smiles for a wonderful day out!

For more info, contact:
📧 disabilityliasion@kyhealth.org.au

📞 0434 363 167

Hosted by Kyabram District Health Service