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Murray District Hospital - more beds and a successful transition 11 August 2026 It’s been a busy time for Murray District Hospital staff, not only have they completed the transition from governance by the Rockingham Peel Group to Peel Health Campus, but they have also added 13 new beds. The final stage of the transition included the transfer of chaplaincy services, marking the completion of what has been a complex project involving teams across all three facilities. “It has been fantastic to see so many people working together towards a shared goal,” said Peel Health Campus Executive Director Kellie Blyth. This change aligns with WA Health's strategic direction to improve access, coordination and continuity of care for older adults by delivering services closer to home. “Being geographically closer to Murray District Hospital also allows us to make more efficient use of both clinical and non-clinical resources while ensuring safe, seamless pa...

Peel Health Campus celebrates 50 Years of NAIDOC Week 06 August 2026 Peel Health Campus (PHC) was alive with dance, art and culture recently, as campus staff celebrated 50 Years of NAIDOC Week.

Community and clinician forums to explore voluntary assisted dying 08 June 2026 Clinicians and community members are invited to attend two upcoming forums in Perth that will explore voluntary assisted dying through real stories, lived experiences and clinical perspectives.

SMHS to hear from midwives in national study to future proof the midwifery workforce 05 May 2026 Ensuring pregnant and birthing women have midwives to care for them now and into the future, South Metropolitan Health Service is participating in a national study that will hear the voices of midwives to ensure the sustainability of their workforce.