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25.01.2022 Congratulations to our Mater Private Hospital Townsville Pastoral Care and Women's services teams - Winners of the 2020 Mercy in Action Team award... When a Tokelauan couple was severely distressed following the death of their premature twins, the Pastoral Care and Women’s Services team responded with compassion, openness, and great cultural sensitivity. The team, through their gentle support, uncovered the couple’s traumatic history of three previous miscarriages. Learnin...g that traditionally Tokelauan babies are buried near family and their nearest relative was in Sydney, they worked to find an alternative to a Townsville burial. Burial was further complicated by the 20-week birth and live delivery of one twin, and the death in utero of the other. Legally, one birth was registered and the other was not. The two babies could not be buried together. Pastoral Care Practitioner Cheryl Rens, Nurse Unit Manager Michele Burge and the team, worked to find a solution with the Funeral Directors who generously supported the family. The team suggested a naming ritual to the couple, as a way to seek comfort through their traditions. The ritual was held at the Maternity Unit with some of the local Tokelauan community present. The family brought symbols like a grass mat for the babies to be placed on for the ceremony. The family sang together and said the rosary in Tokelauan. The experience for the couple, their community, and the Mater People present has left a lasting impression of what ‘Mercy in Action as a Team’ looks like.

25.01.2022 The best gift a mother can receive on Mother’s Day has been deliver at our Mater Mothers Hospital, Hyde Park https://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au//ee6c0655b38000b2344

25.01.2022 LOCAL JOBS THE WINNER IN NEW CONTRACT: Peak Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Electrical is thrilled to have been engaged as the Principal Contractor by the M...ater Private Hospital Townsville to deliver its Central Energy Plant upgrade. NQ jobs are front & centre- with local suppliers & contractors supporting the works. #SUPPORTLOCAL See more

25.01.2022 When youre going through childbirth for the first time there are a lot of things you can expect from the experience. Finding your lifes true calling isnt usually one of them. But thats how Carly Bilson had her light-bulb moment to become a midwife. https://www.matertsv.org.au/our-stories/carly-bilson #Midwives2020 #IYNW

24.01.2022 Make sure to register for Mater Education's upcoming Virtual Open Day! Held next Tuesday 25 May, this is your chance to explore the exciting healthcare courses available through Mater Education. From entry-level courses through to programs for experienced healthcare professionals, we cater to the entire healthcare network. Register your details here: mater.li/vopenday

24.01.2022 Are you thinking of studying nursing with Mater Education in 2021? Applications are open for Mater Educations Diploma of Nursing course, starting in 2021 in Townsville. Learn from the experts in healthcare who have been delivering the program for 10 years in Brisbane and become an Enrolled Nurse (EN) in 18 months. ... Take a tour of the Townsville campus here, and if you want to know more about our Diploma of Nursing, visit our website matereducation.qld.edu.au to explore the course.

23.01.2022 North Queensland baby boom in time for Mothers Day. Sixteen babies have been born in the last 48 hours alone at Mater Private Hospital in Townsville by families from across the region including Townsville, Ayr, Charters Towers and Ingham. https://www.matertsv.org.au//north-queensland-baby-boom-in... #IYNM #Midwives2020

22.01.2022 Mater Mothers' Private Hospital Townsville is looking to recruit new midwives to their team. Nurse Unit Manager Michele Burge shares her Mater journey, showing how a career in midwifery can take out places you never imagined and giving insight in the fantastic career opportunities Mater can offer. Read her story here, https://mater.li/Michele

22.01.2022 For ICU Clinical Coach Helen Wellington, one of the best things about being a nurse is the connection with her patients and their families. Its really special when the families of deceased families come back to thank you for what youve done for them and their loved ones during such a difficult time, she said. https://www.matertsv.org.au/our-stories/helen-wellington ... #IYNM #Nurses2020

22.01.2022 Congratulations to North Queensland Cowboys star Josh McGuire and his wife Tanyssa who recently welcomed their third baby, Scarlett into the family at Mater Mothers Private Townsville. The new addition to the family will make this Fathers day extra special. With COVID-19 restrictions we will just have something relaxing at home to celebrate Fathers Day this year. But the kids have planned a surprise for me, so Ill look forward to that! Josh said.... Read more about how Josh will celebrate Fathers Day with his family this Sunday: http://mater.li/Josh

22.01.2022 Last week we welcomed Mater CEO Dr Peter Steer and Mater Health Executive Director Daniele Doyle. During their visit they hosted a Town Hall forum, providing staff with an update of all the activity taking place across our Queensland heath, education and research network. Here are some highlights.

21.01.2022 Congratulations to our partners at Peddle Thorp who were recognised at the Queensland Regional Architecture Awards with a Regional Commendation for Public Architecture. The team designed our $52m day surgery specialist centre, known as the Mercy Centre. Regional winners will be shortlisted for the state awards, to be announced in June.

21.01.2022 For the first time in Maters history all of our volunteer services have been suspended to ensure the safety of our volunteers and align with COVID-19 regulations. Although our volunteers cannot be here with us to celebrate National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May), we werent going to let the occasion pass without acknowledging their contribution and thanking them for their support and commitment to our Mission. Our volunteers are living examples of Maters values with their warm and compassionate interactions with patients and their families. The kindness and sensitivity they show patients, gives our organisation its heart and soul. https://www.matertsv.org.au//hospital-hails-volunteer-trea

21.01.2022 Hear the latest COVID-19 update from Maters Director of Infectious Diseases, Dr Paul Griffin.

21.01.2022 Need urgent care? Choose Mater Emergency We’re open 7am - 11pm, 365 days a year When you or your family need us most, Mater is here

20.01.2022 As part of Healthcare Simulation Week, on Monday, Mater Private Hospital Townsville opened its doors to a group of Year 11 St Patricks College students to provide them with a fully immersive simulation experience. Guided by the Mater Education team, the students, who are already pursuing qualifications in healthcare, got to experience what their future careers will entail. Read more about their experience here mater.li/35G84zy

19.01.2022 This week our Mater Private Hospital Townsville community says farewell and thank you to Director of Clinical Services Karen Gerrard. Karen has played an important role in our hospitals at our Hyde Park and Pimlico campuses for near 30 years, as a midwife and more recently in various Senior Leadership positions. She has played an important role in the growth and development of our health service and workforce. Karen epitomises our Mercy Values of kindness and compassio...n. We wish Karen all the very best and thank her for her commitment to the delivery of values-based health care.

19.01.2022 Proud to be part of bringing touch football safely back on the field!

18.01.2022 Mater Education are excited to officially open registrations for their upcoming Virtual Open Day, held Tuesday 25 May! If you or someone you know, is interested in healthcare, the online event is the perfect opportunity to explore the exciting career entry pathways offered by Mater Education. Simply register your details online here: mater.li/vopenday

18.01.2022 It’s fantastic to see Mater Education Townsville Diploma of Nursing students flourishing in their studies! These semester one students impressed during their non-acute aged care placement at the local Good Shepherd Nursing Home, and it has resulted in employment opportunities as Assistants in Nursing while they complete their studies. Mater Education has established fantastic placement partnerships to give our students rich and meaningful nursing experiences, and the quality of their skills is reflected in this huge achievement.

17.01.2022 This Anzac Day, Mater honours and remembers those Australians who have lost their lives or suffered defending our nation during times of war and conflict. We remember with sympathy those who have mourned the fallen, and all who have been the victims of armed conflict, including families and loved ones at home. Lest we forget.

17.01.2022 Queensland is in store for a hot one this weekend as we brace for a summer heatwave! As the temps rise, it’s important to put extra focus on your health and looking after yourself in hot weatherparticularly those over 65 years, pregnant women, babies and young children, and those with chronic illnesses. Remember to seek air conditioning where possible, avoid heavy exercise, stay hydrated, and seek shade to keep cool when outside.... Keep a close eye on your health for symptoms of dehydration and heat-stroke, and seek medical help if you are concerned. Don’t forget a heatwave can still impact people in the days immediately following a heatwave! Symptoms can include: -Dizziness -Headaches -Nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea -Fainting -Bright or dark urine -Confusion and slurred speech -Rapid pulse or loss of consciousness Mater is here. If you or someone you know are unwell, visit Mater Emergency - Monday - Sunday 7am - 11pm or call 000. For more information on the heatwave, visit BOM’s Heatwave Service for Australia: mater.li/2V8yQtG

17.01.2022 We have reached an extra special milestone in our Mater Mothers calendar! This week we are celebrating officially welcoming 10 000 babies into the world for the year Now with one in five babies across Queensland born at Mater Mothers' Hospitals, this year so far has been as busy as ever as we have welcomed more than 4900 girls and 5000 boys, including 7 sets of triplets and 187 sets of twins! We are so proud to welcome up to 50 babies into our care each and every day of ...the year and it is our privilege to share in these beautiful moments with so many families across Queensland. If your baby has been one of our 10 000 bundles of joy throughout this year, we would love to see them in the comments below. To find out more about all the little lives we have cared for so far this year visit: http://mater.li/10kBaby

17.01.2022 Take a moment today to send some love to our marvellous midwives to help us celebrate International Day of the Midwife. mater.li/midwifethanks

16.01.2022 We say thank you to Townsville Choral Society for bringing some Christmas Cheer to our hospitals!

16.01.2022 Mater Educations Diploma of Nursing program will give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to kick-start your dream career. Your nursing career is only 18 months away! Applications close Wednesday 24 June 2020. RTO 5210 | HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing $22 800 ... Funding and subsidies available to eligible students www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/Course/Diploma-of-Nursing

16.01.2022 Healthcare heroes hailed for International Nurses Day Townsville nurses are being recognised for their superhuman efforts as the world celebrates International Nurses Day today. https://www.matertsv.org.au//healthcare-heroes-hailed-for-

15.01.2022 Congratulations to the Day Procedure Unit, who took out the top prize for Mater Contribution to Clinical Excellence Award at the 2020 Mater People Awards Thanks to establishing a new clinical service at Mater Private Hospital Townsville, cardio patients from Mackay to Cairns no longer have to travel to Brisbane and can recover in their own homes among family and friends. The Cardiac Catheter Laboratory team within the Day Procedure Unit is recognised for introducing an el...ectrophysiology service that allows cryoablationa minimally invasive treatment used to restore normal heart rhythm. Townsville is the only private hospital north of Brisbane that provides this service. The team overcame the additional challenges of the COVID environment by learning new skills via Skype to increase their scope of practice and ultimately deliver a patient-centred service with resilience and enthusiasm. They fostered relationships across many Mater units state-wide to make this happen, including Finance, Bookings, Intensive Care, Cardiac and other Catheter labs. They supported a GP education evening to ensure the wider community could benefit from their innovation. Six successful cases have been completed since the service commenced in July, without any extended stays or adverse outcomes.

14.01.2022 Director of Mission Alanna Jacoby joined Bishop Timothy J Harris and St Vincent’s de Paul Society President Allister Crocker for the launch of the 2020 Christmas Appeal. Mater Private Hospital Townsville will again be supporting this campaign, through the generosity of our People. Thanks to St Anthony's Catholic College for their hospitality at today’s launch.

14.01.2022 We are committed to growing our future health workforce, across regional Queensland. Here are some highlights of one of our partnerships with JCU: James Cook University, Australia.

14.01.2022 Our much loved, former Director of Mission Trudy Clarke visited Bishop Tim for him to inspect her medallion. This award was recognises Trudy as the first Mater Queensland lifetime achievement winner.

13.01.2022 Mater is here for you. Our Emergency Department is open 7am - 11pm, 7 days. Our hospital is open and ready to care for you. We encourage you to get the help you need to stay healthy and well throughout this time. Learn more at https://www.matertsv.org.au/emergency-department Dr Michael Young (Emergency Doctor) with Sarah Cummins (Nurse Manager).

13.01.2022 Yesterday, we celebrated becoming Mater across South-East, Central and North Queensland to legally merge as onebeginning a new era in health as the states largest Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider. Having been an integral part of Queensland communities for more than 75 years in Townsville and 100 years in Queensland, Maters new single collective network is set to bring great benefit for Queenslanders by collaborating the organisations state-wide expertise and services.

11.01.2022 This Remembrance Day, Mater honours the sacrifices of those who have died or suffered during war and armed conflict. Lest we forget. RSL Representatives Denise Dumford OAM & Carole Currie. #WeRememberThem

11.01.2022 We recently spoke to Sarah, Mater Education Townsville’s Diploma of Nursing lead educator about her journey into nursing, and now teaching. Living and breathing the military family life, she’s managed study, nursing, teaching, travel and children! "I love engaging with my students, and knowing that we are positively changing the future nursing workforce here in Townsville and also within Australia. Check out her story here.

11.01.2022 For more than a century #Mater has provided compassionate healthcare to the communities we’re privileged to serve. Find out how we’re now building on our history of care to enhance and extend beyond the hospital services we’re known forbringing together health, education, and research, working together to improve the health of our community.

10.01.2022 The experience of losing a loved one has a way of putting life in perspective and making you focus on whats important. For Talissha Wagner the personal tragedy of losing her daughter inspired her to make a difference in the lives of others by becoming a nurse. https://www.matertsv.org.au/our-stories/talissha-wagner... #IYNM #Nurses2020

10.01.2022 Highlights from our official blessing and opening.

10.01.2022 Expressions of interest Principal Contractor: Design and Construct Multistory Car Park Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking expressions of interest for the design and construction of a six-level car park at the centre of ongoing upgrades. This project is being developed through the assistance of a $19.75 million loan backed by the Australian Government.... The loan, provided through the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF), will fund the building of the car park at the hospitals Pimlico campus. For more information, please contact Projects Director, Josie Gabrielli on 07 4727 4579 or via email [email protected]

10.01.2022 On #InternationalDayoftheMidwife, we are thanking our wonderful Mater midwives for the compassion and commitment they deliver every day to mums, babies and families You too can send your thanks to a midwife who has touched your family at: mater.li/midwifethanks

09.01.2022 Last week Mater Health Executive Director Daniele Doyle and Regional Executive Director (Central and North Queensland) Gerard Wyvill, facilitated a two-day forum bringing together regional Executive Officers, Finance Officers, and some key Mater Health leaders to discuss the Mater Health strategic plan and how it will be implemented in each of our regional hospitals. Our future is bright as we work together across Queensland, seeking to improve our communities' health.

09.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day! We hope you enjoy this extra special day with your loved ones. Watch our latest heart-warming video.

09.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 Always Was, Always Will Be For the First Nations people land is a spiritual, physical, social and cultural connection. ... We honour, respect and give thanks for this connection between people and their land.

09.01.2022 Today is a very important day for Mater as across South-East, Central and North Queensland we will come together to legally merge as onebeginning a new era in health as the states largest Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider.

09.01.2022 Congratulations to our Mater People who have been recognised in the Queens Birthday 2020 Honours List and the Queensland Day Awards including Board Chairman, Francis Sullivan. Read more here, https://mater.li/QBH

09.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all of our #ProudMaterDads. At Mater Mothers Hospitals we are privileged to witness the first meetings between fathers and their babies every day. From milestone moments that melt your heart to silly shenanigans in the backyardshare your Proud Mater Dad moments with us by tagging #ProudMaterDad on your Fathers Day photos.

09.01.2022 Last Friday night some of Mater's finest from right across Queensland came together for the inaugural Mater People Awards! The night served as an opportunity to reward excellence across health, research and education, and recognise those who work each and every day going above and beyond to serve the community and embody our #Mater #Mission. Congratulations to the following winners from Townsville: ... Mercy in Action (Team)Pastoral Care (Women's Services) Team, Mater Health, North Queensland Mater Contribution to Clinical ExcellenceAndrea Aubrey, Mater Health, North Queensland Mater Lifetime Contribution Award - The Catherine McAuley Medallion - Trudy Clarke Hear the highlights from the night and the list of our impressive 49 finalists and 15 winners: mater.li/MaterPeopleAwards

08.01.2022 Congratulations to Joe McCarthy and Helen Cifuentes from our Pastoral Care Team who received their formal qualification in Clinical Pastoral Education. Cathy Brown from the Queensland Institute of Pastoral Care Education (QIPCE) has been working with our team for the past 18 months to provide professional training in this diverse and rewarding ministry. Health care professionals recognise the valuable contribution pastoral care makes to a patients experience in the hospita...l and to their recovery. Research shows far better health outcomes occur when patients and their families are accompanied throughout their time of vulnerability. Mater is well known for the professional and compassionate care that Pastoral Care provides to the whole community. Congratulations to Helen and Joe!

08.01.2022 Don’t miss out Make 2021 your year and unlock your future in healthcare. Applications to study the Diploma of Nursing with Mater Education in January 2021 in Townsville are closing soon! Submit your application today and in just 18 months, you could be starting a rewarding careers as an enrolled nurse. Find out more here: matereducation.qld.edu.au/Course/Diploma-of-Nursing

07.01.2022 This week is Pastoral Care Week which provides an opportunity to reflect on and highlight the valuable contribution that pastoral care makes at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. Our Pastoral care team is dedicated to providing holistic care to patients and their families and supporting their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Introducing our Pastoral Care Associate - Joe McCarthy What have been your work highlights? Have there been any special... moments while working at Mater? My work highlight was to successfully complete Clinical Pastoral Education course with fellow Pastoral Care Practitioners. During this time, I built close relationships with those staff, and learnt how to accompany our patients when they’re sitting in dark places. What does your role involve? In my role, I provide social, emotional and spiritual support for patients and staff. Why are the Mater Values important to you? Our Mater values are a reflection of the values necessary to build healthy communities and richer relationships with each other. What is your favourite quote? I’ve lived through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened. Mark Twain.

07.01.2022 On a regular day, you will usually find Erica Smith busily caring for patients and leading her team as Mater Private Hospital Townsvilles Renal Services Nurse Unit Manager. But catch her away from the daily grind and you might have to look to the skies to find her. Coincidentally, today is also Ericas birthday! https://www.matertsv.org.au/our-stories/erica-smith... #Nurses2020 #IYNM

07.01.2022 The very first Mater People Awards were held last week with 49 finalists and 15 winners from right across Queensland coming together to celebrate some of Mater's finest who have achieved excellence in serving the community and embodied the Mater values. Mater CEO, Dr Peter Steer also announced the Mater Lifetime Contribution Award known as The Catherine McAuley Medallion. This award honours an employee, past or present, who like Catherine McAuley, devoted their lives t...o Mater’s Mission and Values, serving in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. That honour went to Trudy Clarke (pictured), who retired last year after 17 years of service at Mater Private Hospital Townsville, initially in Pastoral Care before taking on the role of the region’s first Director of Mission. Trudy was recognised for her significant contribution to fostering an understanding of Mission not only in Townsville, but in the wider Catholic Health community across North and Central Queensland. Trudy retired in 2019 after 17 years of service at Mater Private Hospital Townsville, initially in Pastoral Care before taking on the role of the region’s first Director of Mission. She made a significant contribution to fostering understanding of Mission not only in Townsville, but in the wider Catholic Health community, giving generously of both her professional and personal time in service and becoming a well-known public face of Mater in the local community. Trudy took Pastoral Care from a ministry lovingly provided by the Sisters, to a team of trained lay practitioners. Thanks to her example and leadership, and advocacy for the spiritual and physical health of patients and staff, they continue to provide a strong point of difference to other health care agencies in North Queensland. Trudy pioneered Clinical Pastoral Education within Mater, also offering this to others in pastoral ministry in various denominations throughout Central and North Queensland. She drove opportunities to educate and transform people not only through her daily interactions as a living embodiment of Catholic identity; but also, by enticing an inspiring network of guest speakers to North Queensland to help engage others. Trudy developed strong ties with the Diocesan office, being a member of the Bishop’s Advisory Board. She also instigated strong community involvement in the annual Stable of the Strand, a combined community of churches event, visited by thousands every year. Trudy was integral in establishing a strong liturgical life among Mater People, and was instrumental in providing staff, patients and the wider community with an opportunity to know our Catholic identity through the vision and mission of Catherine McAuley, during Mercy Week. Through steadfast commitment, Trudy has always embraced the practical, living legacy of Catherine McAuley and the Sisters of Mercy, and has ensured this spirit lives on, enriching the lives of everyone she meets.

07.01.2022 Today is the anniversary of the Black Hawk tragedy, the worst peacetime military aviation disaster in Australias history. 18 men died when two helicopters collided mid-air in a training exercise near Townsville on the 12th June, 1996. We remember those who died and those who were instrumental in the aftermath especially the emergency services personnel. It was a terrible disaster for a city intrinsically connected to Defence. May perpetual light shine upon them and may they rest in peace. Amen.

07.01.2022 Healthcare heroes hailed for International Nurses Day. Mater Private Townsville has been built on the back of our nursing staff, since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1945. Today, we employ around 700 staff across our Pimlico and Hyde Park campuses which includes student nurses, nurse unit managers, registered nurses, enrolled nurses, assistants in nursing, after hours managers. We also have nurses employed in support services such as quality and ris...k management, organisational development, and project teams. https://www.matertsv.org.au//healthcare-heroes-hailed-for-

06.01.2022 Phil, who served in the Australian Defence Force as a Combat Engineer, has seen the likes of floods, cyclones, and third-world countries. His journey has led him to a range of unfamiliar places and situations, but his role has always maintained one consistent mission to help people in need. Learn more - https://www.matertsv.org.au//phil-s-journey-from-defence-t

06.01.2022 Robotic surgery will soon be delivered from Townsville in 2021 following a historic agreement being finalised between Townsville Hospital and Health Service and Mater Private Hospital Townsville. The agreement will see Mater secure a revolutionary da Vinci robot that will be able to be used by patients across the public and private healthcare system in the region. The public and private partnership with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service is crucial in bringing the rob...ot to Townsville. Mater is working through the details of the partnership with Townsville University Hospital to make this technology available to our community. Robotic surgery has been proven to lead to shorter hospital stays, faster recovery times, lower risk of infection. This is the future of how our world-class surgeons will operate and it is so exciting to be bringing this capability to Townsville. The expert medical and clinical teams at Mater will be developing their skills, experience, and expertise needed to deliver this world-class service to our community. In the future, the robot can be used for patients requiring urological, gynaecological, colorectal and ear, nose and throat procedures. This arrangement will allow people in the public system to access this technology while ensuring there is enough throughput to make delivering the service sustainable. The Robotics program is expected to commence in early 2021. Leo Canapi - Perioperative Services Manager, Gerard Wyvill Mater Health Regional Executive Director - North and Central Queensland and Prof Ajae Rane OAM. Learn more https://www.matertsv.org.au//robotic-surgery-agreement-for

05.01.2022 Congratulations to Professor Ajay Rane who was awarded an honorary fellowship by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - ACOG. Professor Rane is a Visiting Medical Officer at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/2YoVvmJ

05.01.2022 Mater has one simple shared goalto deliver exceptional care for our patients every time. To ensure we meet our patients’ needs, we follow eight National Standards: Clinical governance Partnering with consumers Preventing and controlling healthcare-associated infection... Medication safety Comprehensive care Communicating for safety Blood management Recognising and responding to acute deterioration. These standards ensure Mater hospitals deliver treatment of the highest possible quality and they help us continually improve services for our patients. So we can deliver exceptional care, every time.

05.01.2022 Today our midwives are being honoured for their significant contributions to healthcare, as the world celebrates International Day of the Midwife. Comment below to pass on your message of thanks - or send a personal message of thanks here https://www.mater.org.au/hea/for-patients/message-of-thanks... A small group of our committed midwives, along with Dr Steve Mokrzecki

04.01.2022 International Volunteer Day (5 December) is held each year to raise awareness on the important role volunteers play in responding to challenges facing the world, and here at Mater volunteers play an integral role in providing care and support to patients and visitors. In recognition of this year’s International Volunteer Day , last week we celebrated our Mater Volunteer Christmas Luncheon. This is just one way we can say thankyou to a group of committed and compassionate community members, who make our hospital a better place. Here are some highlights.

04.01.2022 Congratulations to our Organisational Development team who earlier this week were awarded the 'Outstanding Student Support' award by JCU: James Cook University, Australia. Well done team

04.01.2022 The second stage of the 10-year Master Plan for Mater Private Hospital Townsville was officially launched this week with the start of construction of a new 400-space multi-storey car park. The Bishop of Townsville, the Most Reverend Tim Harris, blessed the site as well as the people working on the project at the hospital’s Pimlico campus. Mater Private Hospital Townsville Executive Officer Libbie Linley said the project was an important milestone in the delivery of the hospit...al’s Master Plan to improve health services for people living in the region. Mater is committed to providing outstanding services and care for North Queenslanders, Ms Linley said. This project will make using our hospital more convenient and support Townsville’s post-COVID economy. Read more here: http://mater.li/MPHTcarpark

03.01.2022 Though this may be an Easter like no other, the meaning of Easter will never change. Easter is a time for reflection and highlights the beliefs and certainties that bring us peace. To remind us that God transcends all parts of our lives and gives us meaning, hope and completion. The guarantee of all this is the resurrectionfor this we are grateful. Mater wishes everybody a happy and safe Easter period.

03.01.2022 Are you considering a career in healthcare? This Thursday, Mater Education (RTO 5210) will be hosting a virtual tour for the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54115) - delivered at our Pimlico Campus. https://www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/matereducat/OpenDay-1

03.01.2022 Every day we celebrate the role were privileged to play in the care of so many Queensland families - and in the lead up to Mothers Day, were celebrating all the amazing mums! Watch our latest heart-warming video

02.01.2022 With our transition to a single unified ministry across Queensland solidified in July, Mater is delighted to introduce Libbie Linley to our recently formed Mater Private Hospital Townsville leadership team. As Executive Officer Townsville, Libbie will oversee Mater Private Hospitals at the Pimlico, Hyde Park and Vincent (Wellness Centre) campuses. With extensive experience in the healthcare sector, Libbie said her move to Mater was personally significant.... I’ve come to Mater ultimately because of its values and what it stands for in our community. For me, it’s the rich history and the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy that make Mater a special place for our patients, as well as our staff, she said. I’m very committed to supporting our people through a significant redevelopment and transformation and it’s my job to listen and support what our health staff are going through and make sure they have the clear vision needed to achieve success. Libbie was most recently Director of Clinical Services at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside and St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane.

02.01.2022 Maters Director of Infectious Diseases Dr Paul Griffin provides his weekly coronavirus (COVID-19) Mater update. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTSArZtSycs&feature=youtu.be

02.01.2022 Every day we celebrate the role we’re privileged to play in the care of so many Queensland families and in the lead up to Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating all the amazing mums! Watch our latest heart-warming video

01.01.2022 Today we recognise our much loved Sr Wendy Piggott, for her 44 years of service at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. In 1975 Sr Wendy placed 4th in the state nursing final examination, joining the Sisters of Mercy in 1976 and began work at Mater. Since then Sr Wendy has worked in a variety of clinical and non-clinical roles, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to our mission. ... Today we say thank you Sr Wendy for your compassionate care and the contribution you have made throughout our community. #IYNM #Nurses2020

01.01.2022 Tomorrows Townsville Bulletin features the Opening of the Mercy Centre - our $52m specialist day surgery unit which has delivered four digital operating theatres for our North Queensland community. Bishop Timothy J Harris & Mater Chairman Francis Sullivan