On 5 May at Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS), celebrates International Day of the Midwife, recognising the vital role midwives play in supporting families through pregnancy, birth and the early days of a new life. “Midwives are a trusted and familiar presence for many local families. “Midwives are a trusted and familiar presence for many […]

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) will celebrate International Nurses Day on Tuesday, 12 May, with a special event honouring the invaluable contributions of nurses across our health services and community. This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” highlights the importance of supporting and empowering nurses so they can continue delivering safe, […]

Dorevitch Pathology, located within MDHS Building B (the Heritage Building) in Maryborough, is now accessible via the front entrance of Building B on Clarendon Street. Please note that the previous access point is no longer in use, and there is no access via the new building. Opening hours remain unchanged, operating Monday to Friday from […]

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has completed the first stage of community engagement to inform our new Strategic Plan which will guide the future of your local health services. We thank all community members from the Central Goldfields, Pyrenees Shire and surrounding areas who shared their experiences and priorities through the Your Voice, Our Future […]

Update MDHS has decided to postpone the event at this time. We sincerely appreciate the strong support from our community. We also recognise the current pressures being experienced across the community and industry. We understand the challenges facing sponsors, suppliers, staff and attendees. We want to ensure any future event is both meaningful and manageable […]

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has been awarded accreditation by the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards for delivering safe, high-quality care. Hospital accreditation is an independent review that takes place every three years. It involves external health experts reviewing how hospitals care for patients every day. This accreditation confirms that MDHS meets the national safety […]

Meet one of our GREAT people award winner Cassie Cassie joined MDHS in 2019 as part of the Transition to Practice Program, embarking on a journey she could never have predicted. Rotating through Wattle Rise, Dunolly, and Amherst Ward, she discovered her true calling in Aged Care. From connecting with residents and understanding their needs […]

As children settle back into the school routine, Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) is encouraging families, schools and early childhood education services to support healthy lunchboxes that help children feel energised and ready to learn. The annual campaign National Lunchbox Week (9-15 February 2026) run by Nutrition Australia encourages families to focus on simple, balanced […]

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) has welcomed 10 new graduate registered nurses who have commenced the 12-month Graduate Nurse Program (GNP). The program supports early-career nurses to transition into professional practice while strengthening the local rural health workforce. “These nurses play an important role in delivering safe, evidence-based care to our community,” said Debbie Rogers, […]

Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS), in partnership with Cancer Council Victoria, is now accepting bookings for a free ‘Managing Cancer and Exercise Program’, commencing in February. The eight-week group program is designed to support people living with cancer by providing practical education, guided exercise and peer support to help participants better manage their health and […]