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Ambulance ramping down to six-year low
Queensland Health data for June 2026 shows ramping rates and elective surgery waitlists have decreased at half of Queensland’s Hospital and Health Services.
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20.08.2026
Cairns continues to expand
Cairns Hospital opened a new 32-bed surgical, orthopaedic and trauma care ward at its main site on the Esplanade, and as part of its master plan is developing centres of excellence, including one in toxicology. -
19.08.2026
Perinatal support: Extra beds to keep mums and bubs together
Mothers experiencing severe mental health challenges during pregnancy or after giving birth will soon have access to specialist inpatient treatment and support on the Sunshine Coast. -
19.08.2026
Regional oral health graduates enhance skills through mentoring program
After more than a decade working as a nurse in Far North Queensland, Tracey-lee Maher made the bold decision to retrain as a dentist and has since joined the oral health team at Cairns Hospital.