
Childbirth education session in the new birthing suites
Are you expecting a baby? Come along for a childbirth education session for a comprehensive, free childbirth education session on Saturday 12 July at 10.00 am. This an opportunity to explore Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) newly designed birthing suites and learn about the essential aspects of labour and birth. Led by an experienced midwife […]

Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2025 early in Maryborough
Everyone in the Central Goldfields community is invited to join us for an early NAIDOC celebration at the Maryborough Pony Club from 10 am to 2 pm on Thursday 3 July 2025. The event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and learn more about First Nations culture, while meeting MDHS Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers Tonya […]

Update on hospital redevelopment and pathology
As we enter the final phase of the Maryborough Hospital redevelopment, exciting progress continues on site. These works will involve the removal of the old Urgent Care Centre and other buildings to reveal the original 1860s hospital façade. They will also improve access to the main entrance with a large turning circle, more accessible parking […]

Calling all nurse graduates – join our open day
MDHS Graduate Nurse Open Day 2025 Kick-start your career with confidence Join us at Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) to explore our Graduate Nurse Program and Transition to Practice Program designed to support and guide newly qualified registered and enrolled nurses. Find out about breadth of scope in acute and aged care Tour our brand […]

Lylah makes history as first baby born in new hospital
For Isabelle Lugg, the birth of her daughter Lylah marked a joyful family moment and a historic one for the Central Goldfields community. Baby Lylah is the first baby born at the new Maryborough and District Hospital, marking the beginning of new chapter in local maternity care for women and families. “I was really hoping […]

Update on Maryborough Hospital and continuing works
Maryborough District Health Service has well and truly opened the doors to the new hospital on the corner of Clarendon and Neill Streets, marking a major milestone in healthcare for the Central Goldfields region and surrounds. All patient services have now relocated to the new Maryborough and District Hospital with surgical services set to resume […]

Update on Maryborough Hospital redevelopment
The new Maryborough and District Hospital is now open. All patient services have moved to the new site on the corner of Clarendon and Neill Streets. Opening hours Office: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday Café: 8.00 am to 3.00 pm, Monday to Friday Visiting hours: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, daily Urgent […]

Celebrating International Nurses Day this May
Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) will celebrate International Nurses Day on Monday, 12 May, with a special event honouring the invaluable contributions of our nursing team. This year’s theme is “The Economic Power of Care,” highlighting the significance of self-care for nurses and the essential role they play in patient care and their health. “To […]

Midwives, memories and milestones
Every birth signifies the start of a new story. For hundreds of local families, that story began at Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS). “Midwives are there for life’s first breaths, first cries and the first moments of family,” said Penny Browne, Women and Children’s Services Manager, MDHS. “We want to celebrate the incredible work of […]

New hospital in Maryborough ready to open doors
Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) will begin welcoming patients into its new $115 million hospital from Monday 28 April, following the expansion and upgrade of Maryborough and District Hospital. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Member for Ripon Martha Haylett today joined MDHS staff and project partners to officially open and tour the facility. MDHS Chief […]