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Remarkable people doing powerful work – there’s a lot happening at BRHS.
Orbost and Bairnsdale health services announce joint CEO arrangement
13 October 2026 The Boards of Orbost Regional Health and Bairnsdale Regional Health Service have agreed to establish a joint Chief Executive Officer arrangement for up to 12 months following the retirement of ORH Chief Executive Officer Vicki Farthing. The arrangement, which has been endorsed by the Victorian Department
Temporary community health locations
Following flooding at our Ross Street Community Health Hub last weekend, some BRHS Community Health services will operate from temporary locations from Monday 12 October until further notice. Our priority is to ensure our community can continue accessing the care and support they need while recovery work continues at
Join the Bower Birds and make a difference at BRHS
Looking for a way to give back to your local community, meet new people and help support better care at Bairnsdale Regional Health Service? The Bower Birds Auxiliary is a friendly fundraising group that has been supporting BRHS for decades, raising money to purchase important equipment that helps us
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service welcomes new Board Directors
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service has welcomed Jamie Williamson and Dr Anand Ponniraivan to its Board, bringing extensive experience across governance, community engagement, clinical leadership and health service improvement. The new appointments follow the retirement of long-serving Board members Chad Burrell and Dr Simon Fraser, who concluded their terms on
Metung Bloodhounds donate $40,000 to BRHS Emergency Department
A $40,000 community donation from the Metung Bloodhounds has helped make the Bairnsdale Regional Health Service Emergency Department waiting area more comfortable, accessible and welcoming for patients and families.Raised predominantly through sales of the Metung Bloodhounds’ ‘2026 Bare to Care’ calendar, the donation supported the replacement of existing seating
Bairnsdale Ladies Golf drive pink-powered support for cancer care
A group of local golfers have combined community spirit with a powerful purpose, raising funds to support cancer patients at Bairnsdale Regional Health Service. Through their annual pink awareness golf day held earlier this month, the Bairnsdale Ladies Golf Committee and its members raised $1,108, which will go towards
$100,000 donation gives back to cancer care service that cared for Ted
An incredible $100,000 donation from East Gippsland local Walter “Ted” Quick will support the Bairnsdale Regional Health Service cancer care services where Ted received treatment for cancer. Ted, who spent many years living and working in Swifts Creek before moving to Paynesville, made a significant donation following the sale
Community consultation open for Strategic Plan
Have your say on our Strategic Plan here: https://bit.ly/BRHSPlan At Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, we’re starting work on our next Strategic Plan and we want to hear from the people we care for. Great healthcare isn’t just about buildings or services, it’s about how people experience care when they
BRHS opens its doors to East Gippslanders more than ever
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) has released a summer snapshot of Emergency Department activity, highlighting sustained demand, more complex patient presentations, and the continued delivery of safe, high-quality care for the East Gippsland community. Between 25 December and 27 January, the Emergency Department cared for 2,412 people, which is
BRHS Welcomes Our 2026 Interns
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service has proudly welcomed our 2026 interns - a dynamic and diverse group of early-career doctors beginning their journey in rural medicine.
Full of heart: Registered Nurse Kim Burke brings joy to Christmas discharges at BRHS
Pictured left: Bronwyn Hamilton, BRHS Complex Discharge Coordinator.Picture right: Kim Burke, BRHS Registered Nurse As Bairnsdale Regional Health Service prepares for its busiest time of year, one registered nurse has found a new way to make a big difference and bring a smile to patients along the way. Kim
Support BRHS Emergency Ward Fundraiser
Metung Bloodhounds Launch 2026 Calendar Fundraiser in Support of Bairnsdale Regional Health Service Emergency Ward Bairnsdale, VIC — The Metung Bloodhounds have launched a new fundraising initiative for Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS), with proceeds supporting vital Emergency Ward improvements. The Metung Bloodhounds, a spirited volunteer organisation formed in
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