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By Integrated Care FWLHDHealth & Fitness
Far West of Centre - Health in Outback NSW episodes
- Lakes Country of the Basin - Healthcare in Menindee
Today we continue our journey through the district sites ofthe Far West Local Health District where we find our way to Menindee, famous as the oldest European settlement on the Darling River, the last stop for ill-fated Burke and Wills, and the impressive Kinchega Woolshed. Menindee is also renowned for its vast and beautiful Menindee Lakes, which attracts visitors for its beauty, fishing and birdlife.
Today “the girl from Ireland”, Kate Kingston, joins us in thestudio to share what it's like to work in Menindee, how Kate found her way to Menindee and what brought her back to such a magnificent place.
Join us each fortnight for a new episode where we showcaseone of many dedicated and driven district staff members who strive to deliver excellent health care in the rural and remote locations of the Far West Local Health District.
Join us each fortnight for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven district staff members who strive to deliver excellent health care in the rural and remote locations of the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Heidi Drenkhahn and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
20 min - On the Banks of the Barka - Healthcare in Wilcannia
Today we continue our journey south through the Far West Local Health District, this time landing in Wilcannia.
Wilcannia, known as the "Queen City of the West," is situated 200 km east of Broken Hill on the Darling/Barka River. Famous for it's 19th-century architecture and paddle steamers, Wilcannia served as a major transport hub in the 1880s. In the 1880s and 90s, Wilcannia was the third largest port in New South Wales (after Sydney and Morpeth), managing shipping for wool, wheat, and supplies.
Today Sam Elliott joins us in the studio. Sam is a Clinical Nurse Educator for the Far West Local Health District and is a Wilcannia local with strong family ties to the Health Service.
Join us each fortnight for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven district staff members who strive to deliver excellent health care in the rural and remote locations of the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Heidi Drenkhahn and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
23 min - Opal Country - Healthcare in White Cliffs
Today we continue our journey through the district sites of the Far West Local Health District where we find our way to White Cliffs, famous for being Australia’s oldest commercial opal field, located approximately 255 km northeast of Broken Hill. The opal mining town is home to approximately 150 people but is surrounded by large grazing properties.
Today in the studio we meet Ashley Mortimer, our bright and bubbly Clinical Nurse Specialist for Education, who shares what it’s like to work and support the remote Health Service of White Cliffs. Hear how Ash arrived in Broken Hill as an Agency nurse and her subsequent journey before accepting the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist for Education. Get an insight into White Cliffs and hear why you shouldn’t forget your ‘sat phone’.
Join us each fortnight for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven district staff members who strive to deliver excellent health care in the rural and remote locations of the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Heidi Drenkhahn and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
14 min - Where Corner Country Begins - Healthcare in Tibooburra
Today we launch season 10 of the Far West of Centre – Health in Outback NSW podcast. This season we focus on our District Sites, commencing our journey in Tibooburra, before heading south through the Far West Local Health District.
Tibooburra is located in the far northwest of New South Wales and is located approximately 50km from the Queensland border. Famous for the gold rush in the 1880s, Tibooburra town is now home to approximately 100 people, with many additional residents also living on outlying stations.
In the studio today, we are joined by Viv Fazulla, Health Service Manager at Tibooburra Health Service. Viv gives an insight into her extensive career in rural and remote nursing, how one of the most remote Health Service’s operates, and share in the memories that Viv will carry for life.
Join us each fortnight for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven district staff members who strive to deliver excellent health care in the rural and remote locations of the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Heidi Drenkhahn and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
23 min - Our Deadly Voices with Jamie Billing
Today we are joined in the studio by Jamie Billing, Aboriginal Clinical Leader at the Far West Local Health District. Jamie explains his reasons for pursuing a career in health, the study he undertook and the rewarding aspects of his career including his significant educational accomplishments.
This episode concludes the Our Deadly Voices Season. The Far West Local Health District would like to thank all our valued guests and wish them well in their health careers.
Hosted by Melissa Calliss and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
12 min - Our Deadly Voices with Taylor Degoumois
Today in the studio we are joined by Taylor Degoumois, Aboriginal Senior Clinician in the Violence Abuse and Neglect team. Hear about Taylor’s journey into Health following her employment with the Department of Communities and Justice, and her passion to bring positive change and support vulnerable consumers.
Join us on the first Friday of each month, for a new episodewhere we showcase one of many dedicated and driven Indigenous staff members in the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Melissa Calliss and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased. Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
12 min - Our Deadly Voices with Rebecca Crawford
Today in the studio we are joined by Rebecca Crawford, Cultural Community Engagement Manager, at the Far West Local Health District. Hear about Rebecca’s extensive career in Health, and what led Rebecca to move to Far West.
Join us on the first Friday of each month, for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven Indigenous staff members in the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Melissa Calliss and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
21 min - Our Deadly Voices with Claudia Martin-Files
Today in the studio we are joined by Claudia Martin-Files, Aboriginal Trainee in the Violence and Neglect Service. Hear about Claudia’s desire to help people, which has led her to study and build a career in Health, that enables her to give back to community, build connection, and create equality.
Join us on the first Friday of each month, for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven Indigenous staff members in the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Rebecca Smith and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
11 min - Our Deadly Voices with Tish Reynolds
Today in the studio we are joined by Tish Reynolds, Manager of Aboriginal Workforce. Hear about Tish’s journey into Health and her ultimate dream for providing better supports and services for Aboriginal people.
Join us on the first Friday of each month, for a new episode where we showcase one of many dedicated and driven Indigenous staff members in the Far West Local Health District.
Hosted by Rebecca Smith and produced by Juanita White for the Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Listener discretion is advised, as episodes may discuss or name Indigenous people who are deceased.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the time of recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contact your health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
14 min - Food for Growing Kids
Today in the studio we are joined by Tracy Herlihy, Managerof Dietetics and Speech Pathology for the Far West Local Health District.
Today Tracy talks about growth, food fussiness, the importance of a healthy balanced diet, and how we talk about food and body image with young people. Tracy also touches on the unique issue of lead in Broken Hill and how a healthy and iron rich diet can assist in reducing the absorption of lead in children.
Tracy shares common questions and concerns parents come to her with. Stay tuned to learn how to best support your little person through eating healthy.
Hosted by Rebecca Smith and produced by Juanita White forthe Integrated Care Team, Far West Local Health District.
Information provided in this podcast is correct at the timeof recording and is generalised information. If you require further individualised health care advice, please contactyour health care provider.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/swoop/success
License code: GPJJWCGZMJREMTIN
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About Far West of Centre - Health in Outback NSW
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Meet the Far West Local Health District's Integrated Care team to learn more about health conditions and chronic disease, see what services and supports are available to consumers in the Far West.