Events

The Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS) invites you to play a crucial role in our State Budget Submission Community Consultations. Each year, WACOSS delivers a comprehensive submission to the WA Government, recommending priorities for public investment to improve the lives of individuals and communities. The submission identifies emerging issues, underscores the critical needs of frontline community services, and the essential investment needed to build thriving communities. Your input is invaluable. We need your sector expertise, insights and priorities to shape a submission that truly impacts people doing it the toughest. This is your chance to influence our budget submission and our recommendations,...

Join us for an important and insightful session exploring the realities of distress, and the vital role mental health and wellbeing play in the lives of health professionals. Presented by the Regional Men’s Health Initiative, this event will shine a light on the unique pressures faced by those working in healthcare and offer practical strategies for recognising distress in ourselves, our colleagues and our communities. Let’s break the stigma, strengthen our support networks and prioritise mental wellbeing in the workplace and beyond. All health professionals welcome — your wellbeing matters too. When: FRIDAY 1 AUGUST 2025 | 7.15am-8.15am Where: The...

Health professionals – this one’s for you! Join renowned IBCLC and founder of Milk & Kindness, Natalie Gray, for an evidence-based, practical session designed to empower your work with families and strengthen community breastfeeding outcomes. Why attend?  Stay up to date with WHO infant feeding recommendations Understand local breastfeeding trends and barriers in the Pilbara and Australia Learn how to better support exclusive breastfeeding in your practice Gain insights into the Baby Friendly Health Initiative (BFHI) – 10 Steps Discover local and online resources to support your clients Build a more informed, sustainable support network for new parents  Not in Karratha? No problem – online attendance available. Online...

Health eMinds provides mental health education, peer connections and support for healthcare workers across Northern Australia. Building a collaborative and interactive online network, sharing knowledge and empowering participating health professionals to manage and support the delivery of mental health services in their communities, increasing capacity in the local health workforce through the sharing of specialist knowledge and peer experience. Health eMinds curriculum Feb-August_25

🎓 Karratha Wound Care Workshop📅 Friday 15 August🕗 8.00am – 3.00pm📍 Karratha Health Campus Join us for a full-day, hands-on workshop with leading experts in wound care from Royal Perth Hospital:👩‍⚕️ Donna Larsen, Wound Management Nurse Practitioner👩‍⚕️ Beth Sperring, Registered Nurse 🔍 Topics include: Wound healing & assessment Acute vs chronic wound infections Biofilm-based wound management Wound hygiene & dressing selection Traumatic wounds & plastic surgery considerations Leg ulcers & high-risk foot management Future trends in wound care Practical sessions: Debridement & Topical Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Compression bandaging demonstration Cost:PHPN Members – $70Non-members – $90 Limited places available –...

Join the Pilbara Health Professionals Network (PHPN) for a relaxed evening to reconnect with fellow health professionals and their families.  Wednesday, 20 August 2025 5.30pm – 7.30pm Mia Mia House in the Desert Light refreshments provided Come along to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces and enjoy a casual evening at Mia Mia House in the Desert - Families welcome! RSVP HERE.