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To mark International Day of the Midwife, ABC Radio Melbourne spoke with Mercy Health midwife Jackie Sacco, Acting Divisional Director of Maternity, Women’s and Children’s Services at Mercy Hospital for Women.  Speaking on air, Jackie reflected on her 28 years in midwifery and the enduring impact of the profession.  “Each birth is such a special and important time for…

Mercy Health recently welcomed the Minister for Health Infrastructure, Melissa Horne MP, and the Member for Werribee, John Lister MP, to tour the new Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department today and see first-hand the progress being made.. The new Emergency Department is being delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority and Mercy Health and has…

Mercy Health has launched a new campaign aimed at addressing occupational violence and aggression, making it clear to residents, patients, visitors and staff that this behaviour is never acceptable in our sites and encouraging reporting of any incidents.   Bold new posters will be displayed at Mercy Health hospitals, residential aged care homes and services, communicating these important messages and reminding everyone that aggression, abuse or violence will…

At Mercy Place Lynbrook, that remembrance is held in the story of Frank Waterton. Frank, now 99, enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force at just 17. He served as part of the ground crew during World War II, supporting missions by preparing aircraft and equipment, before continuing his service in Japan as part of…

The private Order of Australia presentation was held at Mercy Care Centre in Young and attended by representatives from the Governor-General’s office.   John spent decades working behind the scenes for the Galong community, volunteering across local organisations, supporting older residents, strengthening civic life and ensuring traditions like ANZAC Day services and Clean Up Australia Day continued year after year.  He has held leadership roles with the Galong…

The Premier of Victoria has confirmed that $95 million will be allocated in the 2026–27 Victorian Budget (see media release here). This commitment represents a major milestone as preparations continue for the new emergency department to open its doors. Teams across Werribee Mercy Hospital, particularly those working in emergency care and project delivery, have been…

We’re excited to be trialling a new music therapy program in the neonatal unit at Mercy Hospital for Women, led by neonatologist and researcher Dr Natalie Duffy alongside registered music therapist Lauren Salib. Launched as a research pilot, the program explores how music therapy can support babies and families in the NICU and Special Care…

The Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System has changed how mental health care is delivered. This includes providing services which better align to Local Government Areas (LGAs), helping people get the care they need closer to home. Therefore, from 1 April, Western Health will become the new Area Mental Health and Wellbeing services provider…

The visit was a great opportunity to see firsthand the strong progress being made on this important project. A significant milestone has now been reached, with construction complete on the front and rear canopies. These canopies will provide sheltered, all‑weather access for patients, visitors and staff, while also supporting the safe and efficient movement of…

Dressed in traditional cultural attire, participants paraded through the aged care home, breaking into songs and dances that reflected communities from around the world. Festooned with bright orange balloons, the celebration created a vibrant atmosphere that truly engaged all the senses. In a packed four‑hour program, residents and students from St Mary’s Primary School shared…