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21 October 2026
New Toowoomba Sexual Assault Support Service first of its kind in Queensland
A new clinic has opened in Toowoomba, giving sexual assault victim-survivors an additional option for accessing comprehensive and compassionate care. -
12 October 2026
A decade after diagnosis, Lisa inspires hope this Breast Cancer Awareness Month
10 years after her life-changing cancer diagnosis, Lisa Cornwell is sharing her story during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to inspire other women that a breast cancer diagnosis does not need to define a person's life.
News
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07 October 2026
Darling Downs Health brings care closer to home for blood cancer patients
Patients from the Darling Downs undergoing stem cell transplant treatment will now be able to receive care closer to home, with a new service being offered at Toowoomba Hospital. -
18 August 2026
Trial program driving down wait times for patients with joint pain
New data shows an innovative program at Darling Downs Health is having a big impact on reducing wait times for patients needing treatment for joint pain. -
13 August 2026
New Toowoomba Hospital project begins heritage revitalisation works at Baillie Henderson
Work is progressing to deliver a broader health and knowledge precinct at the Baillie Henderson campus, with local construction, trades and service providers showing a strong interest in being part of the next phase of the new Toowoomba Hospital -
10 August 2026
Jumpers and Jazz all wrapped up
Every July, the Southern Downs community of Warwick comes alive for its much-loved Jumpers and Jazz in July festival, and this year Darling Downs Health’s Oaks Residential Aged Care was proud to be part of it once again. -
31 July 2026
Darling Downs Health welcomes first cohort of endorsed midwives
Maternity care across the Darling Downs continues to be strengthened, with the region’s first publicly employed endorsed midwives now offering expert support to local women. -
23 July 2026
Celebrating NAIDOC Week – proudly standing with community
This year, Darling Downs Health staff came together across the region to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 – standing alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to honour culture, strengthen connections and reaffirm our commitment to -
08 July 2026
Healthy Pathways program hits major milestone on the Darling Downs
A new pilot program, designed to build the future health workforce for the Darling Downs, has achieved a major milestone with high school students starting work experience placements in hospitals across the region. -
07 July 2026
Bringing communities together: grant funding supports mental health across the South Burnett
Ever noticed how the best conversations happen when you least expect them – on a bus, over morning tea, standing shoulder to shoulder at a footy field day? That's exactly the thinking behind a recent partnership between the South Burnett Mental -
02 July 2026
Twenty years of community, care and connection at Karingal
Karingal Residential Aged Care in Dalby recently celebrated 20 years in its current home, and the community showed up the way it always does – warmly, wholeheartedly, and across generations.
Features
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01 June 2026
The facts on the 2026 flu vaccine
This feature provides information on the flu and flu vaccinations in Queensland in 2026. -
13 December 2023
Mental Health at Christmas Time - Healthy Chats with Ellie de Paula and Robyn Eastwell
Meet Ellie de Paula and Robyn Eastwell who will be chatting to us about how to look after our Mental Health at Christmas time. -
10 February 2023
Let’s talk about sex
This feature provides information to help you and your partner have a healthy sexual relationship. It provides information about how to be safe and respectful, who to turn to if you have more questions, and how to start having conversations with -
31 January 2023
Inside Kobi Place - Healthy Chats with Lauren Gill
Meet Lauren Gill who will be chatting to us about one of our important community services, Kobi Place at Baillie Henderson Hospital. -
11 November 2022
Recognising the signs of postnatal depression and reaching out for help
Having a baby is often a really emotional time because it can feel like your whole world has been turned upside down in a matter of months. -
31 October 2022
Supporting a loved one during a breast cancer diagnosis
Breast cancer can often take a really emotional toll not only on the person diagnosed but on their family and friends too. To help answer some questions you may have we spoke with Breast Care Nurse Marion Strong. -
14 October 2022
Six reasons to start your career in healthcare
Choosing a career path can be a confusing time as you weigh up the potential pros and cons of different professions. If you’re looking for more information on a career in health, then this might be useful to you. -
12 October 2022
Inside our Emergency Department – Healthy Chats with Dr Alistair Hamilton
Meet Dr Alistair Hamilton, who will be telling us a bit about what it is like to work inside our Emergency Department. -
28 September 2022
Sick kids and what to do - Healthy Chats with Dr Liam Flynn
Meet Dr Liam Flynn, the Director of Public Health and Community Medicine. This Healthy Chat is all about 'Sick kids and what to do'.