News
Our Stories
-
22 April 2025
Consumer representative sought for the Board Clinical Safety and Quality Committee
The West Moreton Health Board Clinical Safety and Quality Committee provides the Board with advice and recommendations on matters relating to quality improvement, strategy, and external accountability responsibilities.
-
07 April 2025
Join a clinical trial of drug that could slow Alzheimer’s progression
West Moreton Health is running a clinical trial to test a new injection that may slow the progress of early Alzheimer’s disease.
News
-
29 April 2025
Asbestos safety assured for carpark development
Demolition work is happening at the old W-G Hayden Humanities Centre and the old Ipswich City Council building to remove asbestos over the coming months.
-
26 February 2025
Bottlebrush Place opens at Gatton Hospital to support community care
The new West Moreton Health accommodation units at Gatton Hospital feature six air-conditioned suites with ensuites, including an accessible room, as well as a communal kitchen, lounge, and laundry area. A separate conference room is available for
-
24 February 2025
Demolition paves way for hospital expansion
More than 800 undercover car parks will be available in the Ipswich health precinct as part of West Moreton Health’s expansion project.
-
18 October 2024
Gatton Hospital’s new staff accommodation supporting staff and students
Visiting medical professionals and university students on placements will soon have the option to stay in new, modern accommodation suites at Gatton Hospital.
-
30 August 2024
50,000 attend Ripley Satellite Hospital in first year
More than 50,000 people have received care at the Ripley Satellite Hospital since it opened its doors one year ago.
-
16 July 2024
Donation helps bring care closer to home
Gatton Hospital is boosting its healthcare services thanks to the generosity of Stanbroke employees.
-
03 July 2024
Staff advocacy at heart of patient's diagnosis
Kerry Carfrae was blowing balloons for her daughter’s birthday party when she felt a heavy pressure on her chest and became breathless.
-
19 June 2024
Cuddle bed creates family connection
A new cuddle bed at Esk Hospital will enable families to feel connected during their loved one’s hospital stay.
-
17 May 2024
Step inside new facility for mental health care and wellbeing
The purpose-built Mental Health Acute Inpatient Service has opened its doors to give residents in one of the fastest growing health regions in Queensland access to a range of support and healthcare services.