New exchange program connects emergency nurses across Southern
What could you learn by spending a few days in a different emergency department? That’s the question at the heart of the Rural Emergency Nursing Exchange Program (RENEX), a new initiative developed in Southern, for Southern. The program is giving emergency nurses the opportunity to experience healthcare in a different community, learn from colleagues and bring new knowledge back to their local teams.
Virtual reality builds dementia care skills in Bega
Southern staff recently took part in an innovative dementia training workshop delivered by Dementia Training Australia at the ANU Rural Clinical School in Bega
Cooma Hospital choir takes to stage
When staff from Cooma Hospital took to the stage at the Southern’s 2026 Excellence Awards at Bicentennial Hall in Queanbeyan in June, they brought a sense of community, connection and courage that earned them a standing ovation.
The long road to nursing: from odd jobs to healthcare
After starting a nursing and paramedicine degree at 18, Samuel Grant decided university wasn't the right fit at the time. Over the next decade, he worked more than fifteen different jobs before an unexpected opportunity at Goulburn Hospital led him back to healthcare and the career he'd been searching for.
Southern launches campaign to grow Eurobodalla workforce
Southern NSW Local Health District is further strengthening the local health workforce, with a recruitment campaign aimed at attracting skilled and passionate professionals to the new $330 million Eurobodalla Regional Hospital.
Have your say on our draft Strategic Plan
We are pleased to introduce our draft Strategic Plan, which sets the direction for Southern NSW Local Health District over the coming years.
Pambula volunteer recognised for outstanding service to community
Southern NSW Local Health District volunteer, Shirley Rixon OAM, has received significant recognition for her longstanding commitment to supporting people across the Far South Coast.
Excellence on show at Southern NSW Health Local Health District
Southern NSW Local Health District has honoured health staff at its 2026 Excellence Awards.
Have your say: Southern NSW Multicultural Health Plan
Southern NSW Local Health District is developing a Multicultural Health Plan. The plan will guide how we support people from migrant and refugee backgrounds across Southern NSW. Your feedback will help us improve how we deliver care and make sure our services are safe, welcoming and accessible for everyone.
Delegate and Bombala students and residents connect through Adopt a Resident program
Students and residents in Delegate and Bombala are continuing to build meaningful friendships through the Adopt a Resident program at Delegate Multi Purpose Service (MPS) and Bombala MPS.