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  • Construction officially commences on Byford Health Hub 14 January 2026 The commencement of construction represents a significant step forward in delivering a modern, integrated model of care designed to meet the needs of one of Western Australia’s fastest-growing regions.
  • 2025 EMHS Nurse of the Year Lola Sikora grateful to her team 03 December 2025 Lola Sikora is the 2025 EMHS Nurse of the Year and also received the Excellence in Leadership Award.
  • EMHS doctor Haseeb Riaz named WA Young Australian of the Year 17 November 2025 Royal Perth Hospital Doctor Haseeb Riaz, alongside his friend Gareth Shanthikumar, has been named 2026 WA Young Australian of the Year.
  • Double the cheers for our Shannon 11 November 2025 Armadale Hospital’s Midwifery Unit Manager Shannon Scari was a two-time winner at the recent East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS)-Armadale Kalamunda Group (AKG) Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
  • Clockwise from far left - Pia Turcinov AM, Peter Forbes, Ross Keesing, Dr Steve Patchett and Elizabeth Koff AM.
    EMHS farewells five Board Members 30 September 2025 “Navigating change and complexity is a constant challenge for any board, and it's particularly pronounced within the dynamic healthcare environment,” said Pia Turcinov AM outgoing Board Chair of the East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS).

More News

  • EMHS staff meet Prof Fiona Stanley
    National Living Treasure engages with EMHS staff 19 August 2025 Staff at East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) had the pleasure to meet and speak with one of our State’s greatest and most admired medical minds in July – Professor Fiona Stanley.
  • EMHS Minister tours Armadale Hospital
    Health Minister tours Armadale Hospital 05 August 2025 As part of a scheduled visit, WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat made a whistle-stop tour of Armadale Hospital on Thursday, speaking to staff and finding out about the latest initiatives to improve patient flow.
  • EMHS Best Team
    One team having a big impact across RPH 29 July 2025 The Behaviour Support Team (BeST) may have only launched a few months ago, but it’s already having a powerful impact across Royal Perth Hospital (RPH) for staff, patients and the broader culture of care.
  • EMHS unveil new Noongar name for RPH
    EMHS unveils its new Noongar name for Royal Perth Hospital 08 July 2025 EMHS recognises the importance of creating a welcoming space within health services where Aboriginal People feel safe and confident that they will be respected and receive high quality care.
  • Kate Purcell
    “Don’t let stigma stop you from building something beautiful.” 23 May 2025 In recognition of World Schizophrenia Awareness Day, we spoke with Kate Purcell – an East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) staff member working at Midland Community Mental Health.
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