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Debbie’s 45-year nursing journey with MDHS

Tuesday 23rd December, 2025

Debbie Weir is celebrating an exceptional milestone this year, marking 45 years of continuous service with Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS). What makes Debbie’s career even more remarkable is that nursing was never part of her original plan. “I never actually wanted to be a nurse,” said Debbie. “I needed first aid so I could […]

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MDHS announces 2025 GREAT People and Service Awards


Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has recognised the dedication, professionalism and care of its workforce and long-serving staff members at an end-of-year celebration. The event acknowledged staff who consistently demonstrate MDHS values of Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability and Togetherness through the GREAT People Awards, as well as team members who reached significant service milestones. In […]

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Community unites to break the silence on family violence

Friday 12th December, 2025

Around 150 people from Maryborough and surrounding areas gathered on Human Rights Day 10 December to call for an end to family violence. The community walk, held as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, sent a strong and united message that violence will not be tolerated. “We began the walk […]

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MDHS Annual General Meeting Update

Tuesday 2nd December, 2025

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) advises the Annual General Meeting planned for Wednesday 3 December is postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. MDHS will advise a new date once confirmed. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Join us and take action to help end gender-based violence

Tuesday 25th November, 2025

Central Goldfields Shire residents are encouraged to come together, show support and take a positive step towards ending gender-based violence by joining a community walk on Wednesday 10 December. The walk welcomes people of all ages and abilities to come together for respect and equality as part of the local 16 Days of Activism Against […]

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Join our 2025 Annual General Meeting

Wednesday 12th November, 2025

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) Board Chair Dr Judy Lowthian and the Board of Directors extend an invitation to the 2025 Annual General Meeting. Join us to celebrate our annual highlights and staff awards. Hear from guest speaker Scott Wilson about our involvement in the Maggie Beer Foundation’s Trainer Mentor Program to improve the dining […]

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2026 Board director opportunities at Maryborough District Health Service

Thursday 30th October, 2025

The Minister for Health, the Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MP, is pleased to invite applications for part time board director positions at Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS). The positions start on 1 July 2026, for up to three years. These positions provide an exciting opportunity for persons with an interest in making a difference in the […]

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Help shape future of local healthcare

Wednesday 15th October, 2025

MDHS invites community input in first step toward new strategic plan Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) invites community members to share their ideas and insights to help shape the future of healthcare in the region. With the current strategic plan finishing at the end of the year, MDHS is starting the process of developing a […]

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MDHS thanks Rheola Charity Carnival for ongoing support

Tuesday 7th October, 2025

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) is extremely grateful for the continued support of the Rheola Charity Carnival Committee. “The partnership now spans most of the event’s remarkable 152-year history and remains one of our most valued community relationships,’’ said Nickola Allan, CEO, MDHS. Over the years, funds raised by the Rheola Charity Carnival have contributed […]

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MDHS supports community wellbeing

Thursday 11th September, 2025

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has been actively supporting local events in the lead-up to R U OK? Day on Thursday 11 September, encouraging meaningful conversations and promoting community connection. R U OK? Day is a national initiative that reminds Australians to check in with one another, ask ‘Are you OK?’ and listen with care. […]