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25.01.2022 On the 11th hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we will remember them. Excerpt from the Australian War Memorial Website: On 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after four years of continuous warfare. With their armies retreating and close to collapse, German leaders signed an Armistice, bringing to an end the First World War. From the summer of 1918, the five divisions of the Australian Corps had been at the forefront of the allied advance ...to victory. Beginning with their stunning success at the battle of Hamel in July, they helped to turn the tide of the war at Amiens in August, followed by the capture of Mont St Quentin and Pèronne, and the breaching of German defences at the Hindenburg Line in September. By early October the exhausted Australians were withdrawn from battle. They had achieved a fighting reputation out of proportion to their numbers, but victory had come at a heavy cost. They suffered almost 48,000 casualties during 1918, including more than 12,000 dead. In the four years of the war more than 330,000 Australians had served overseas, and more than 60,000 of them had died. The social effects of these losses cast a long shadow over the postwar decades. For more information visit: https://www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/remembrance-day

25.01.2022 Did you miss Saturday's Hamilton Spectator? You can still keep up to date with 'What's on and COVID-19 information' from WDHS right here.

24.01.2022 Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in 2021? Then join our team! We are looking for an enthusiastic, well presented and motivated person to join our fri...endly team. This is a full-time role located in Hamilton and would suit someone that is a general all-rounder with excellent communication skills, willing to take on a challenge and learn all aspects of the business. Whilst working with the team the successful applicant will be undertaking a Certificate III in Business Administration together with on-the-job training. To read more and apply, visit: https://farmerhealth.org.au/careers Applications close 24|1|21 South West Tafe Westvic Staffing Solutions Western District Health Service

23.01.2022 To help stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), all residents and travellers wishing to enter Victoria must apply for a permit. Areas will be designated gree...n, orange or red zones by the Chief Health Officer based on public health advice. Restrictions will apply for different zones. Based on current health advice, here are the different zones: http://coronavirus.vic.gov.au/travelpermits From 6pm today travellers arriving into Victoria from anywhere in Australia will have to follow these directions. This system is about a strong and simple framework to protect what we have all achieved here in Victoria. It will make it easier for travellers to determine their eligibility for a permit and the conditions that apply. You will be able to apply for a permit online at http://service.vic.gov.au or by calling the Coronavirus hotline.

23.01.2022 From 11:59pm 17 February 2021 Victoria returns to COVIDSafe Summer restrictions with some revised conditions. More info: www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-premier-86

22.01.2022 WDHS has an opening for an Engineering Apprenticeship (Cert III Engineering - Mechanical Trade) position. Are you highly motivated, have a genuine interest in Engineering/Mechanical Trade and demonstrate good attention to detail? Apply now through the Westvic Staffing Solutions website www.westvic.org.au or contact Brandon Weatherson at [email protected] or 0408 058 508. Applications close at 5pm Monday 23 November.... Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that has a commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, their families and communities and encourages them to apply. This organisation promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally, linguistically diverse and aboriginal backgrounds and those with a disability.

21.01.2022 You did it Victoria. We are taking the last steps towards COVID Normal. There are no restrictions on reasons to leave home, or how far you can go but pleas...e remember the COVID Safe habits you’ve developed this year so you can stay safe, wherever you are. For guidance on what’s changed, visit https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/last-step-coronavirus-ro This includes: Home visits Public gatherings Visiting hospitals Hospitality Retail Real estate Exercise #COVID19Vic

17.01.2022 Is 2021 your year to make a difference? Enrolments close shortly for our HMF701 Agricultural Health and Medicine course which is delivered as a five day intensi...ve (Feb 22-26) and assessments online during Trimester 1 (Feb Jun) 2021 The dynamic course material shifts focus with the changing nature of challenges faced by rural and remote agricultural communities. The interdisciplinary and real-time nature of the GCertAgHealthMed will highlight what is needed to improve the determinants of health in farming communities both in Australia and abroad. You will learn about the interplay between diverse topics that span environmental, social, physical and mental health in addition to community stressors that impact on the wellbeing of rural and remote communities. Read more & enrol: https://farmerhealth.org.au/page/education/what-is-gcahm Deakin University MeDUSA - Deakin Medical Students' Association Ambulance Employees Australia - Victoria St John Ambulance Australia CRANAplus National Rural Women's Coalition and Network Rural Women's Network Optometry Australia

16.01.2022 On Remembrance Day last week, residents at the Birches enjoyed a live broadcast of the commemorations and a very moving display created by the wonderful Birches staff. We are so grateful for their efforts to ensure that residents continue to participate in these important activities and events.

16.01.2022 Just before Christmas, we had the pleasure of catching up with young Darcy Hetherton, who made and sold over 1,000 face masks during the COVID-19 outbreak last year. Darcy and his dad Des visited the HBH Emergency Department, after donating $1,100 of the face mask sales to Hamilton Base Hospital. The donation will purchase a virtual reality (VR) hospital kit to help distract children during painful procedures. A recent Australian study of young children found that using VR ca...n decrease pain by up to 60% and distress by up to 75%. A big thank you to Darcy and his local network of sewers and helpers for this wonderful contribution. What an amazing young man - we are incredibly grateful for your efforts Darcy.

15.01.2022 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a United Nations campaign to raise awareness about gender-based violence and gender inequality. Commencing on November 25 and ending on December 10, it aims to challenge violence against women across the globe. It encourages individuals to respect one another in everyday life and to ‘call out’ disrespect when they see it. More information can be found on the Respect Victoria website https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/16-days-activism-2020 #respectis #16dayscampaign #callitout

15.01.2022 It’s NAIDOC Week and WDHS is partnering with Winda Mara Aboriginal Corporation to bring you a flag raising ceremony and artwork launch.

14.01.2022 Update: Greater Brisbane 3-day lockdown: advice for Victorians Anyone who has been in, visited or travelled through the following local government areas since ...2 January should not leave those areas until at least Monday. - Brisbane City Council - Moreton Bay Regional Council - Redland - Ipswich - Logan City Council The Queensland Government has ordered a three-day lockdown of the area. All Victorians in these areas are advised to follow the guidance of the Queensland Government and any Victorian with plans to travel to these areas should cancel them. National Cabinet has declared Queensland a national hotspot after the discovery of a UK variant of COVID-19 in a cleaner at a Brisbane quarantine hotel. Those who have arrived in Victoria from these areas since 2 January should get tested, remain at home or place of accommodation until Monday, when a further assessment will be made. For more information: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-update-victoria-8-j

10.01.2022 If you have been in Greater Sydney, the Central Coast, or Sydney's Northern Beaches since Dec 11 please do not attempt to enter Victoria. Only people who have ...exclusively visited or travelled through other parts of NSW can apply for a Victorian Border Crossing Permit to enter the state. As soon as it’s safe to open back up to NSW, we will. For now, we’re making sure Victoria can stay safe and stay open. For more information on the NSW outbreak and a map of locations in each zone, visit: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/travel-restrictions-new-

10.01.2022 A new generation of Graduate Nurses commenced at WDHS last week. The 8 Enrolled and 13 Registered Nurses are keen to step into their exciting new career at WDHS and we are delighted to have them on board. Each of the nurses were put through their paces at orientation to prepare them for the wards and our aged care facilities. The week long program involved clinical skills revision, general hospital orientation, meeting their team leaders and undertaking mandatory training. ...The Graduate Nurse Program runs for 12 months and nurses generally have three rotations across the organisation. Welcome to all of our new starters for 2021 and all the very best with your careers as nursing professionals. See more

09.01.2022 Everybody is looking forward to saying goodbye to 2020 what better time to see some friends or family? But it’s important to remember to stay home if you’re ...showing any COVID-19 symptoms. Get information on keeping your celebrations safe: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/how-stay-safe-and-well-covid-19 #COVID19Vic

09.01.2022 From Sunday 22 November 2020 anyone entering Victoria from South Australia needs a Victorian Border Crossing Permit. This system is in place to help slow the s...pread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and to protect the health of all Victorians. Here are your FAQs answered: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/south-australian-border- #COVID19Vic

07.01.2022 UPDATE: new exposure sites have now been added. Have you visited any of these sites? What you need to do next will depend on the site you have visited. The full list of sites and the steps you need to take now is here: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks

06.01.2022 It's Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and a great time to think about quitting. Research shows that the most effective way to quit is to get ongoing support in the form of counselling and medication from a health professional such as a doctor, nurse or pharmacist. That’s why WDHS is proud to be working with Quit Victoria to help support our patients and staff who are ready to quit for good. There are immediate benefits to quitting smoking at any age, even if you already have a diagnosed lung condition. Call the Quitline on 13 78 48 at any time for free and practical advice on how to quit or speak to your WDHS healthcare professional.

06.01.2022 On Tuesday, Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation partnered with WDHS in a flag raising and artwork launch at Hamilton Base Hospital, in celebration of NAIDOC Week. We are very grateful to Winda-Mara for sharing this very special event with us. Watch the video attached, featuring a Welcome to Country from Uncle Johnny Lovett, or read the message on our Facebook page from WDHS Chief Executive, Rohan Fitzgerald.

05.01.2022 Two new locations have been added to our list of exposure sites following further investigation by our public health team. Tuesday 9 February - Sacca's Fruit Wo...rld, Broadmeadows Central, Broadmeadows 12:30pm 1pm This is a Tier 1 exposure site - anyone who visited here during these times must isolate, test and remain isolated for 14 days. Tuesday 9 February - Broadmeadows Central (fresh fruit and meat section West side of shopping centre), Broadmeadows 12:15pm 1:15pm This is a Tier 3 exposure site - anyone who visited here during these times should monitor for symptoms. If symptoms develop, immediately get tested and isolate until you receive a negative result. For a full list of exposure sites: www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks

05.01.2022 In this week's Hamilton Spectator Saturday edition keep up to date with 'What's on and COVID-19 information' from WDHS.

04.01.2022 MCG Possible acquisition site If you attended the MCG on Dec 27, seated in The Great Southern Stand, Zone 5, between 12.30pm - 3.30pm, you must get tested & s...elf-quarantine until you get a negative result. The MCG is being investigated as a potential source for acquisition. This means we have a confirmed case of coronavirus who was not infectious but that we believe may have acquired their infection at this location. If you were at these locations during these times, please get tested. This will help us track the source of the virus and stop its spread. Stay up to date and find out where to get tested: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested

04.01.2022 EXPOSURE SITES UPDATE: Advice for people who attended the Sikh Temple in Keysborough on 1 Jan 2021 has been updated to test immediately and quarantine for 14 da...ys. The following suburbs have new locations added. - Abbotsford - Hampton - Springvale For full details and advice on testing and isolation/quarantine, visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks #COVID19Vic

03.01.2022 Across WDHS campuses staff and residents paused at 11 O'clock on the 11 November to acknowledge the anniversary of the end of World War II and all those who have fought and given their lives in conflict. Aged Care residents at Coleraine commemorated Remembrance Day with their own special service, laying wreaths of poppies and observing a minutes silence. "When you go home, tell them of us and say, for their tomorrow we gave our today." Rudyard Kipling, The Old Issue.

03.01.2022 Update: three positive cases in Mitcham, Hallam and Mentone. Each case are self-isolating at home and are being supported and monitored. Extensive contact traci...ng is underway and as a result there are currently more than 40 primary close contacts that are being supported to isolate immediately. If you attended any of the exposure sites at the times listed, please get tested: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/where-get-tested-covid-19

03.01.2022 Our aged care residents had a lovely time on Thursday 11th February enjoying a special treat with family and loved ones in celebration of Valentine's day. Thank you to the wonderful staff who went to great lengths to ensure the residents had a very special day .

02.01.2022 From 5pm tonight the following restrictions will be in place in Victoria: the limit of people gathering in the home will be reduced to 15 from 30. masks wil...l be mandatory indoors. If you are planning to leave your home take a mask and it needs to be worn anytime you’re inside apart from when you’re eating or drinking. We all need to be COVID Safe don’t go into the city unless you have a booking, wear a mask indoors, practice good hand hygiene and if you are sick stay at home. Anyone who has been in or visited the Blue Mountains or Wollongong regions from 27 December will have until 11.59pm tonight to enter Victoria.You must apply for a new travel permit through Service Victoria, get tested within 24 hours of returning to Victoria, and self-quarantine at home for 14 days from when you last left the region. Visit https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/new-years-eve-restrictio

01.01.2022 UPDATED VISITOR RESTRICTIONS: The Victorian government has announced that as of midnight Wednesday 17th February there is an easing of visitor restrictions for residential aged care providers and acute services in Victoria. Effective immediately, the following visitor access restrictions will apply, as long as physical distancing (1.5 metres) and room density limits are maintained: ...Continue reading