Metro North Health Chief Executive announces retirement
Today, Metro North Health Chief Executive Adjunct Professor Jackie Hanson announced her retirement after 47 years in the public health sector. Metro North Health Board Chair Bernard Curran expressed his gratitude to Jackie for her service to health.
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Our stories
Hydrostatic pressure casting technology allowing patients to regain mobility faste
A new form of casting technology introduced at RBWH is allowing patients requiring a prosthetic to regain mobility and independence faster.
More than 1,000 new car parking spaces added to Herston Health Precinct
A new multi-storey car park has opened at the Herston Health Precinct providing 1165 additional car parking spaces for patients, visitors and health workers.
Artworks create culturally safe spaces at STARS
To create a more culturally safe space, STARS recently installed artworks featuring a design by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist, Elaine Chambers-Hegarty throughout the facility.
A million-dollar record for patient care and world-leading research
On Wednesday 11 June, the RBWH Foundation held their annual Giving Day which was celebrated across the RBWH and STARS. The event raised a record-breaking $1,014,000!
Metro North Health Chief Executive announces retirement
Today, Metro North Health Chief Executive Adjunct Professor Jackie Hanson announced her retirement after 47 years in the public health sector. Metro North Health Board Chair Bernard Curran expressed his gratitude to Jackie for her service to health.
Patient stories
Patient Geoffrey is a peer supporter and radio STAR
Patient Geoffrey, also known as ‘Wombat’ has been calling STARS home since early January, following the diagnosis of a spinal schwannoma tumour which left him with a spinal cord injury.
Caboolture Hospital midwife gives birth on home turf
Caboolture Hospital midwife gives birth at Caboolture Hospital
Anton giving voice to Redcliffe Hospital consumers
Redcliffe Hospital's Consumer Representative Group provide feedback and suggestion to improve patient care.
Patient Murray receives recognition for service during Cyclone Tracy
STARS’ patient Murray was recently recognised for his service during Cyclone Tracy, as part of the 50-year anniversary commemorations of the disaster in Darwin.
Staff profiles
Podiatrist Ryan’s amazing ultramarathon ‘feet’
STARS Senior Podiatrist Ryan Bonnefin knows a thing or two about feet, which has put him in good stead for one of his chosen sports, ultramarathons.
Breakfast, lunch and kindness
Kindness and compassion are just as important as good nutrition for the food services team at Redcliffe Hospital.
Olly’s a star for staff wellbeing
Olly Haug from Redcliffe Hospital's Occupational Therapy team knows that good patient care starts with staff wellbeing and a strong workplace culture.
Lynette is helping restore vision in rural and remote Indigenous communities
STARS theatre nurse Lynette’s passion for eye health has seen her work in eye health initiatives across the globe.
