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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The 2025 MDHS Charity Golf Day & Bowls Challenge has wrapped up with another fantastic result, raising around $24,000 for Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS). The annual event held on Thursday 27 March at Maryborough Golf Club, brought together 100 golfers and 18 bowlers for a day of friendly competition, connection and fundraising. Proudly run […]

Cassie Owen, a single mother of three, never thought she would become a nurse. But with determination, hard work and support from her community, she has not only achieved her dream but has won the MDHS Student of the Year award. Cassie started her career at Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) eight years ago as […]

The MDHS Charity Golf Day is back on Thursday 27 March inviting golfers and community members to enjoy a fun-filled day while raising funds to strengthen the health of local communities. This year, the event aims to raise $30,000 to fund vital healthcare services, special projects, scholarships and equipment for Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS). […]