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21/11/2025

Our team visited Paul last week to see how he went with his ' Red Socks Swim for Warragul Haemodialysis'. 🏊 🧦

Paul swam a remarkable 55 km and 2200 laps over the span of the month in between visits to Haemodialysis, raising over $5000.

When we asked him about how he felt after completing the month-long journey, he told us how it had reignited his passion for the sport. “Completing this, I fell in love with swimming again after so many years,” he commented. “Swimming and completing this kept me motivated and moving,” he said.

Paul would like to thank the local community for supporting him and the local businesses who helped him spread the word.

At the moment, Paul has already started training for his next swim.
In February, Paul will be swimming in the Starlight Super Swim to raise money for the Starlight Children's Foundation.

Paul is looking forward to swimming again for our Haemodialysis Unit next October during Kidney Disease Awareness Month.

We would like to thank Paul for his dedication and hard work.

Way to go, Paul! 🧡🙌

19/11/2025

Today we celebrated International Men's Day here at the West Gippsland Healthcare Group. 🧡

International Men’s Day gives us the opportunity to celebrate the positive value men bring to our workplace, families, and community. It also encourages us to reflect on wellbeing, positive role modelling, respectful relationships, and how we can support the men and boys in our lives to lead healthy, balanced, and fulfilling lives.

Take a look at some pictures of our staff celebrating below:

14/11/2025

Today is World Diabetes Day.

Today we would like to celebrate and congratulate a patient of the West Gippsland Healthcare Group, Daniel.

Daniel has been honoured with the Kellion Victory Medal for reaching the remarkable milestone of living 50 years with type 1 diabetes.

The Kellion Victory Medal, established by Diabetes Australia, acknowledges individuals who have led fulfilling lives while managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes for 50 years or more.

Daniel was first diagnosed at aged four and initially visited the West Gippsland Healthcare Group before receiving lengthy treatment in Melbourne.

“I grew up like everybody else; I never felt the need to hide that I had diabetes," he said.

For the past 15 years, Daniel has had consultations with our Diabetes Educators here at the WGHG for guidance on self-managing his condition.

“They are easy to talk to, accessible, and a great team,” he said.

Reflecting on his journey, he noted, “It’s good to see how things have changed and improved in technology and support; everyone’s heard of it now".

Donna, our Diabetes Education Manager, has been a key supporter for Daniel over the years.

“It’s wonderful that we’ve been able to offer support throughout his journey. This truly highlights the dedication and hard work Daniel has demonstrated in self-managing his diabetes and all the accomplishments he has achieved in his life,” she said.

Daniel would like to especially thank his mum, Beverley, who has been there with him from his first appointment till now. “I’d like to thank my mum for being there right from the start, supporting me the whole way,” he said.

Take a look at Daniel with his remarkable award along with his old glucose monitoring device.

Congrats Daniel!

13/11/2025

You're invited! 📩

Join us for our 2025 Annual Meeting.

We will launch our new Strategic Plan alongside the Annual Report this year, reflecting on the year that was and setting our direction through to 2028.

We will also hear from guest speaker Farhat Firdous, an expert in workforce transition and cross-cultural change.

Event Details:

Venue: Warragul Country Club
Date: Thursday, 4 December 2025
Time: 4-6pm

Light refreshments provided

Please rsvp to: governance@wghg.com.au by Thursday, 27 November 2025

12/11/2025

Thanks to A Girls' Day Out - Warragul , patients can now receive quality care close to home.

With the arrival of our new Scout machine, individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment can receive tumour scans in a more comfortable and convenient manner.

This machine precisely identifies tumor depth and location, increasing the likelihood of complete cancer removal and can be done weeks or even months before surgery.

We are grateful to A Girls' Day Out Warragul for their generous contribution. 🙌🧡

Check out our new machine below, pictured alongside our Breast Cancer Surgeon, Dr Chere McCamley.

To read more: https://wghg.com.au/latest_news/quality-care-close-to-home-new-breast-cancer-technology-for-west-gippsland-community

11/11/2025

Today marks Remembrance Day.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take a moment to honour and pay tribute to all who have served.

Lest we forget.

06/11/2025

This week, our staff and residents of Andrews House and Cooinda Lodge came together to celebrate the launch of the new Aged Care Act.

The Act sets clearer expectations for providers in delivering quality aged care with more measurable, comprehensive standards. They focus on improving diversity, governance, food and nutrition, dementia, and clinical care.

Residents and their families were invited to Cooinda Lodge to hear more about these changes from Judith and Paula, with a delightful afternoon tea included.

Take a look at some photos from the Cooinda afternoon tea below. 🧡

05/11/2025

From continence and counselling to employment and library services, our second annual Aboriginal Health Expo brought resources and the local Aboriginal community together last week.

Our Health Promotions team staged the event at Drouin Football Club with the aim of providing a welcoming, safe and fun-filled atmosphere for families to access resources and discuss health concerns. The expo is an extension of our monthly Aboriginal Community Yarns.

The night included prizes, bingo, a barbecue, and outdoor sports activities, alongside information stalls run by our staff and visiting services such as Anglicare, Victoria Police and Myli Library. Topics covered included diabetes, podiatry, vaccination awareness and more.

Thank you to our amazing Health Promotions team, staff who contributed to running the stalls, visiting services and the Aboriginal community members who attended.

Take a look at some of the photos of our event below!

04/11/2025

The new Gippsland Local Health Service Network (GLHSN) has received its first team recognition with a high-risk foot care initiative being named a finalist in the 2025 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards.
The Strengthening High-Risk Foot Care initiative is among three finalists in the Excellence in Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing category. It is led by Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS), Latrobe Regional Health (LRH), Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and hospital-based Aboriginal Health Liaison Officers (AHLOs) from across the Gippsland region.
The initiative aims to expand culturally safe, community-led diabetic foot care, bringing specialist services closer to home for the Gippsland Aboriginal community. It has involved staff training, expanding the model of care to Bairnsdale Regional Health Service and Gippsland Southern Health Service, incorporating telehealth to increase access to specialist podiatrists and wound care nurses, and creating clinical spaces that are welcoming and grounded in culture.
WGHG Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer and local artist Leah Horvath was commissioned to create an artwork that represents the initiative’s purpose. The artwork now features across all clinic spaces, including appointment cards, posters, postcards and wall decals.
Winners of the 2025 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards will be announced at a gala on 26 November.
Good luck everyone!

03/11/2025

Last week our staff celebrated OT Week. 🧡

The theme for OT Week this year was 'Occupational Therapy in Action', highlighting the innovative problem-solving abilities and creativity that occupational therapists (OTs) contribute to their work.

Get a look behind the scenes as Kerrie offers us a guided tour of our OT kitchen, where our committed team assists patients in reclaiming their functional independence.

Thank you for celebrating OT Week with us!

31/10/2025

OT Week Continues! 👋

Meet Georgia, an Allied Health Assistant working in Occupational Therapy.
Discover her insights on OT Week and take a look at some of the tools OTs use to help patients regain independence at home.

30/10/2025

To celebrate Occupational Therapy Week this week, we’re excited to hear from our devoted team about what being an Occupational Therapist (OT) signifies to them.

Listen to Kerrie as she shares her thoughts on what OT Week represents, it's importance and what the role means to her. 🙌

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