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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.
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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
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16 April 2026
Local midwifery leader appointed Chair of Australian College of Midwives Queensland Branch
Darling Downs Health midwifery leader Karen McDonald Smith has been appointed Chair of the Australian College of Midwives Queensland Branch, recognising her depth of clinical expertise and long standing advocacy for woman centred care.
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07 April 2026
Darling Downs Health recognised nationally for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander maternity care
Darling Downs Health has been named a 2026 Every Week Counts Collaborative Champion for its outstanding work to improve maternity care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
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13 February 2026
Darling Downs Health welcomes independent assurance review
Darling Downs Health welcomes the announcement by the Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Tim Nicholls on the independent assurance review of the Toowoomba Hospital Maternity Services.
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12 February 2026
Darling Downs Health begins engagement with staff on recent culture review
Darling Downs Health has accepted and will fully implement all fourteen recommendations from a recent independent workplace culture review of the Toowoomba Hospital Maternity Service.
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05 February 2026
Dedicated midwife role to give Darling Downs a stronger voice in maternity care
Darling Downs Health has today announced a new Midwife Guide position to provide women and families from across the Darling Downs with access to a highly experienced midwife to discuss questions they have about maternity care.