Tag: health
Dogs on a health kick
A Western Bulldogs project that helps men take care of their health and wellbeing will soon return to the west.
The Sons of the West’s...
Funding splash for Wyndham schools
Young Wyndham families are big winners from this year’s state budget, with millions going towards the construction of two new schools in the area,...
Ambulance response improves
Ambulance response times in Wyndham have improved by more than 6 per cent, new figures show.
Last week Ambulance Victoria released a report about its...
A very critical addition
If anyone understands the medical importance of a critical care unit, it’s this man.
Dr Eoin Casey, head of anaesthetics at Werribee Mercy Hospital, oversees...
Manor Lakes paramedic rollout fast-tracked
Manor Lakes has its own paramedic team, and a new ambulance.
A team of 14 new full-time paramedics and their vehicle have been fast-tracked to...
Big W spots measles scare
Shoppers and staff at Pacific Werribee have been put on notice after a Big W employee infected with measles worked at the centre for...
Werribee Mercy Hospital aims for the sky
Werribee Mercy Hospital will be one of the tallest buildings in Wyndham after its mammoth $85 million expansion.
Werribee MP Tim Pallas and state health...
Languiller takes time off for health, family
Tarneit MP Telmo Languiller will take a month off work due to health concerns and family matters.
In a statement posted on Facebook, Mr Languiller...
Give up sugary drinks for 30 days, council urges
Ditch the soft drink and jump on the water … that’s the message Wyndham council wants to get through to residents.
The council has joined...
Trials to help curb suicide rates
More mental health and suicide prevention services are coming closer to home for Macedon Ranges residents.
North-western Melbourne primary health network will co-ordinate a $46...
Mind shifts that matter
Caroline Springs’ Charlene Crawford is stepping into 2017 as a new woman.
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New private hospital for Werribee nears completion
The new St Vincent’s Private Hospital in Werribee is on track to open its doors mid-way through next year.
A “topping out” ceremony on Monday...
Stroke survivors odds improve at Werribee Mercy
Expert research and the evidence it uncovered have led to a funding boost for rehabilitation services for stroke survivors at Werribee Mercy.
A state government...
Wyndham schools to get doctors
Students at three high schools in Wyndham will soon have access to general practitioners on site.
The Grange P-12 College, Manor Lakes, and Laverton are...
Faster service eases pain of hospital wait
Patients at Werribee Mercy Hospital are facing shorter emergency department waiting times thanks to a new system that fast-tracks patients with minor issues.
Since January,...
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Young writers workshop
Award-winning author Alice Pung is returning to the west where she grew up to lead an autobiographical writing workshop.
Young writers and creatives from the...
