Passion for people inspires a career in social work
Annerie Tomkinson’s decision to pursue a career in social work was motivated by an early desire to advocate for the wellbeing of people through social and emotional support. Growing up in South Africa, Annerie saw the barriers preventing people from achieving quality of life and wanted to help those who were suffering. “On a daily… [Read More]
First COVID-19 vaccinations in Mackay
Mackay Hospital and Health Service will deliver the first COVID-19 vaccinations today (15 March) to frontline healthcare workers. COVAX lead and Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Julie Rampton said today was a momentous occasion for the community. Thousands of workers will receive their first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine in the coming weeks. “The… [Read More]
Reality of COVID-19 close to home for Mackay nurse
The devastating reality of COVID-19 has hit close to home for Mackay Hospital and Health Service Registered Nurse Sonia Davids. Not only did she experience three months of lockdown in South Africa in 2020 at the start of the pandemic she has since lost four family members and friends to the disease. As the newly… [Read More]
Work-life balance a must, says Cara
Maintaining a work-life balance is essential if you are the lead in developing mental health services for a community of 180,000 people. For Operations Director Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Cara McCormack you can’t have one without the other. This Queensland Women’s Week (3 – 14 March) we are celebrating superwomen of… [Read More]
Joanne finds renewed health and wellbeing through triathlons
Queensland Women’s Week (3 – 14 March) recognises and celebrates the achievements of Queensland’s women and girls strengthening our communities to create a more equal Queensland where everyone is valued. Throughout the week we will be celebrating the women of Mackay HHS for their dedication to caring for our communities. Hinterland Mental Health and Alcohol… [Read More]
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