WATHAURONG COMMUNITY NAIDOC AWARD WINNERS

Congratulations to all of the winners of the Wathaurong Community NAIDOC Awards for 2020. NAIDOC week was celebrated “virtually” from the 14th November – 21st November in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wathaurong Community NAIDOC awards were presented at the Community Christmas event held on Tuesday 15th December, when outdoor gatherings allowed us to get together in person … Read More

Dr. Ed Poliness receives “Closing the Gap” award

A Victorian GP has been recognised for his service and support to Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander communities after he was awarded a prestigious Victorian Rural Health Award. Acting medical director Dr Ed Poliness, 49, has been honoured for his work at the Geelong-based Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative. Dr Poliness won the Closing the Gap Award which recognises a health … Read More

FUNDING BOOST FOR NEW CONSULTING ROOMS

More Geelong patients will get the world-class care they deserve with the Andrews Labor Government giving hospitals across the state the latest life-saving medical equipment and upgrading vital infrastructure. Member for Geelong, Christine Couzens has announced that Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-Operative and Barwon Health were 2 of 76 health services that will share $160 million in funding to ensure hospitals across … Read More