Apr 9, 2026 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the growth in The Centre Combined Health in Bairnsdale, describing it as an innovative approach to improving access to healthcare services in regional communities. Mr Chester recently visited the purpose-built...
Apr 2, 2026 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed a community-driven campaign to attract a new general practitioner (GP) to Lakes Entrance, describing it as a positive step to strengthen local healthcare services. Cunninghame Arm Medical Centre has launched the...
Nov 18, 2025 | Latest News
Mallacoota residents requiring respite care can now access high-quality support close to home with the opening of the new purpose-built Mallacoota Respite Care Centre, delivered by Mallacoota District Health and Support Service (MDHSS). The facility has been designed...
Oct 14, 2025 | Latest News
Training and retaining young people in regional areas is one of the most effective ways to address the shortage of health professionals, according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. Mr Chester met with TAFE Gippsland students Alanah Kelly and Tayla Mills...
Oct 1, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has met with Peter Abraham, the newly appointed CEO of Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS), and toured the hospital to discuss current challenges and future opportunities for local healthcare. Mr Chester said regional...