For those in our health service on the east coast, I’m sure you will all join with me in sincerely asking the wet season to bugger off. The Townsville LDMG moved to standup again on Monday this week given that the upper levels of the forecast rainfall would again cause some riverine inundation to a small number of homes in Townsville. Thankfully that threat didn’t eventuate but, as always, it’s better to be prepared. Apart from a brief three years in Brisbane, I have lived in Townsville since 1979 and I can’t remember a wet season like this one where we have apparently broken rainfall records in Townsville for December, February and March (and we haven’t finished March yet!). One casualty of our extensive wet has been the deferral of our planned Health Equity Showcase at Gill Park on 25 March. This is an important engagement opportunity for our health service so while the deferral is frustrating, it’s more than reasonable to ensure we respect the event and achieve the best possible outcome.
I had a rare opportunity to get out from my office last week and popped into a few areas at TUH. I always value the chance to speak with some of our frontline staff who always give me an unfiltered assessment of what is happening from their perspective and this walk around was no different. One of my reflections from a couple of the conversations is that as an organisation we can be really responsive to new challenges, but sometimes following through afterwards to ensure we are either still delivering what we intended, or whether the response has been completed in full, is something we aren’t as great at. This is not a criticism, given the number of challenges we face; I think, on the whole, we do exceptionally well. However, it is an area I want to improve on in my own work. I also had the opportunity the fortnight prior to pop down to the Home Hill and Ayr Health Services, as well as visit our three facilities in Charters Towers. In hindsight I didn’t allow quite enough time for the Charters leg of the trip so will do so next time. As is always the case, our rural teams are very accommodating and I appreciated the chance to catch up with a wide range of team members.
This week the Department of Health held its ‘industry briefing’. This is the broad overview of budgets for health services for the next year. This year is also the expiry of our three-year service agreement and we are required to have agreed to a new one before the end of June. What that means is we can expect a very compressed negotiating period with the department, which is also subject to the same timeframes with Treasury. I know many of you involved in budgets are already well progressed in terms of preparations for the next financial year and I want to thank you in advance for the extra effort that will be involved in ensuring we have completed this before the end of June.
Sunday, 30 March, is the National Doctors Day in Australia. This is a chance to recognise the many and varied roles doctors play in our health system. Seeing the way my own father spent endless hours providing care to his patients and with more than a few family events disrupted, I have a family perspective on the contributions doctors make to their patients and our community more broadly. Across our health service we have doctors in a variety of roles from hospital specialists, doctors in training, public health, correctional health, rural and remote health, and everything in between. Thank you to all of our doctors.
In closing, I want to thank the members of the judging panel who assisted me in reviewing all of the entries in the Staff Excellence Awards and selecting the finalists. I know it probably sounds a little clichéd, but it really is a difficult task. I’ve had the chance to send a quick note to everyone who has been nominated and I’m delighted to reveal the finalists who are now eligible for our People’s Choice award. Please take the time to consider the finalists and place your vote for the most deserving nomination.
Until next time kk
Alice takes the reins as mental health service group director
The former senior director of mental health and specialised services at Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (HHS) has joined Townsville HHS as its new mental health service group director.
Alice Almeida-Castro’s career as a clinical psychologist spans nearly three decades, and has brought a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to enhancing mental health services, particularly through addressing workforce challenges and supporting health workers.
Having previously held various senior roles on the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, Alice decided it was the right time for a seachange and moved north to Townsville.
“I have a deep understanding of mental health, including experience in state-wide roles and national projects, and have a well-rounded perspective on mental health services,” Alice said.
“Moving to Townsville suits our life now that our children have completed school, and it’s an exciting place to continue my career.
“I’m really looking forward to building connections and contributing to the community as I settle into the role.”
Alice said a key focus in her role would be tackling workforce shortages, with a particular emphasis on the recruitment of Indigenous health workers.
“I’m passionate about improving training programs, fostering strong collaborations with universities and health networks, and ensuring that mental health services are accessible and culturally appropriate for the whole community,” Alice said.
“I want to achieve coordinated excellence in service delivery over the next five years, ensuring that the service group continues to provide the highest level of care for those in need.”
When she’s not at work, Alice enjoys traveling, exercising, and spending time at her church where she also sings.
Mental health service group director Alice Almeida-Crasto
You can find the full list of finalists and their nomination on QHEPS.
Integrity
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Theatre Scrub Nursing
Kim Murdock
Leela Rolfe
Compassion
Ingham Health Service
Lisa Swanton
Margaret Wagg
Accountability
Oral Health
eConsent Project
Performance and Business InformaticsTeam
Catherine Wright
Respect
Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit
Brent Fergusson
Mary Leech
Engagement
Emergency Preparedness and Continuity Management
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Clinicians
Richmond Multipurpose Health Service
Excellence in Health, Safety and Wellness
Dr Susannah Bond
Lisa MacNaughton
Danielle Pearson
Rural Health Worker of the Year
Katrina Ford
Leonie Pardon
Maureen Thorn
Purpose
Alec Illin Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit
Allan Reilly
Townsville University Hospital Mortuary
Vision
Dr Janani Krishnan
Sarah Myles
North Queensland Spinal Cord Injury Service
Voting is now open for the People’s Choice award, you can cast your vote here.
Voting will close at COB on Wednesday 23 April 2025.
Scan the QR code to vote for your favourite finalist to win the People’s Choice Award
Townsville Hospital and Health Service Staff Excellence Awards 2025
Funding boost for new trauma care program
Trauma care services at Townsville University Hospital (TUH) have been given a boost thanks to a new funding arrangement with the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (MAIC).
MAIC funding has supported the creation of an initiative called Trauma Connect. As a result, the trauma service at TUH will implement three crucial new roles: a trauma fellow, trauma clinical nurse consultant (CNC) and a trauma nurse navigator who will divide their time between clinical practice and research.
The three-year arrangement aims to enhance trauma care across acute, rehabilitation, and postdischarge phases of care and tailor policies and procedures specifically to the north Queensland community.
CNC trauma program manager Anna Grant said Trauma Connect would lay the foundation for an integrated network of providers to improve longterm follow up for complex and major trauma patients.
“These positions will see further system development which will lead to improvements in longitudinal care coordination for trauma patients across northern Queensland,” Anna said.
“We will be creating and refining the policies and procedures for our complex and major trauma patients, helping support those patients as they reach the end of their acute journey and ensuring the continuity of care after they’re discharged from the hospital.”
Trauma staff specialist Dr Matan Ben David said policy was particularly important given the geographical challenges of north Queensland.
“We currently have no way of knowing whether a patient is following their planned care pathway when they are discharged back into the community,” Matan said.
“Especially in rural and remote areas, some with limited or seasonal staffing, GPs need to manage these conditions with whatever resources are available to them, which can be very dynamic.
“We really want to create a system of longterm follow-up support for these patients, which means receiving feedback from the regions about what resources are available in those areas and tracking long-term outcomes.”
MAIC insurance commissioner Neil Singleton said the commission was delighted to partner with TUH on Trauma Connect.
“Identifying opportunities to enhance trauma management and rehabilitation has potentially significant benefits for injured people,” he said.
“This in turn helps support the Queensland CTP scheme into the future.
“We look forward to a long-term relationship with TUH and the trauma team and specialists in this important region.”
CNC Anna Grant and trauma staff specialist Dr Matan Ben David
Alison stands firm for April No Falls
It takes a lot to keep 94-year-old Bushland Beach local Alison Annesely down.
Despite having surgery after being rushed to Townsville University Hospital four weeks ago following a fall while walking her border collie Jaz, the former art educator was in the gym twice a day to help with her recovery.
Now, with just over a week left of her rehabilitation program before she can go back home, Alison has shared her story to help raise awareness about the risks of falls during April No Falls.
“It was a day like any other, I was just taking Jaz for a walk when my hip gave in and I fell,” Alison said.
“I was able to get up and keep walking and it wasn’t until a couple of hours later when my hip locked up that I knew I had done something to it.
“Fred, my husband, found me and called an ambulance where I was rushed to hospital and had to have a full hip replacement.”
Alison was one of more than 3,290 people who have presented to Townsville University Hospital’s emergency department during the past 12 months because of a fall.
Townsville Hospital and Health Service’s falls prevention management clinical nurse consultant Donna Waterhouse said falls from a standing height or less were the leading cause of trauma-related injury with medical care response to the hospital.
“In Queensland, falls are one of the top three triple zero calls to Queensland Ambulance Service,”
Donna said.
“April No Falls month is about raising awareness about how big of an issue falls are in the community and encouraging people to make proactive steps to minimise the physical and emotional impact a fall can cause.
“The presentations to the emergency department don’t even take into account the callouts to aged care facilities and people’s homes by our frailty intervention team.
“It’s never too early to start thinking about an active healthy ageing lifestyle, making sure you are getting plenty of physical active movement into your day, while also eating healthy and nutritious meals.
“If you are at risk of falls then it is about making sure your home environment inside and outside is as safe as possible.
“This could include removing trip hazards from around the home.
“We want people to take proactive steps towards fall prevention and minimisation, and that can be as simple as having a conversation with your GP or other health professionals.”
Physiotherapist Angeler Daniel-Brown and Alison Annesely
Karen swaps hospital halls for emergency frontlines
As Cyclone Alfred threatened the southeast, Townsville University Hospital (TUH) operational services officer Karen Holmes did her part taking on a volunteer deployment with the State Emergency Service (SES).
Karen has worked at TUH for more than 20 years in various roles and began as an SES volunteer in 2020 after witnessing the aftermath of the 2019 Townsville floods.
Karen’s deployment took her to Brisbane, where she was part of the logistics team responsible for ensuring that critical supplies and services reached flood-affected areas and on-the-ground SES crew.
“My job at the hospital is pretty versatile, so I felt comfortable going into the logistics team in Brisbane,” Karen said.
“The team worked together to ensure all essential items such as food, equipment, and accommodation were available and organised the warehouse, managed sandbags, materials, and key tags for personnel to ensure smooth operations on the front lines.
“We were based at the Coomera Motel, which had become the temporary SES logistics team headquarters due to flooding at the main headquarters in Ormeau.
“We even set up our own incident management team office in the kitchen of the motel.”
Karen said it was an intense 10 days, but she felt supported and well looked-after by her team.
“The camaraderie in the group was strong and we had team members come from all around including Townsville, Mount Isa, and beyond, which made the demanding work more manageable.”
Health service chief executive Kieran Keyes said TUH was proud to have staff members like Karen who went above and beyond in their roles.
“It’s great to see our staff contributing to both local and regional emergency response efforts,” Kieran said.
“These volunteer efforts yet again showcase the community spirit, teamwork, and the selflessness of our people in times of need.”
Karen Holmes
Karen with the SES team in Brisbane
Jason honoured for firefighting heroics
Townsville Hospital and Health Service safety officer Jason Wilson has been awarded the prestigious National Emergency Medal for his extraordinary efforts during the 2019-2020 Australian bushfires.
The Second Officer at the Townsville Rural Fire Brigade was recognised for volunteering his time and risking his safety to battle blazes across state lines during the national emergency.
While Jason said he didn’t volunteer for the accolades, he was humbled to be recognised after 25 years of service.
“We don’t go into volunteering for the medals, but it’s certainly very rewarding to be recognised by the community in this way,” he said.
“This medal is very special and is something I’ll be able to hand down to my children and grandchildren one day.”
Jason said the 2019-2022 bushfires were a gruelling test of endurance for those on the frontline.
“Our fires started up here in Townsville, then we gradually moved our way down through Bundaberg, Woodgate, Glen Innes, and eventually ended up on the western side of the Snowy Mountains as we followed the fires through the snowy region.
“Just when we thought the worst was over, another call came in early 2020 when we got deployed to the ACT for the fires that were raging there.”
Beyond bushfires, Jason has played a pivotal role in flood responses across the state during his decades of service.
“One of the most challenging events that stands out is the Bundaberg floods in 2010; we did our best to help the community in what was a very devasting time for them,” he said.
“The best thing about volunteering is the camaraderie and the sense of purpose you find in helping others.
“I’d certainly encourage anyone considering volunteering to give it a go; it’s good for the community, good for the economy, and above all, it’s extremely rewarding.”
Safety officer Jason Wilson
Health service staff invited to march in Thuringowa on ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day is just under a month away and once again the call has gone out for health service staff and community members to join the march.
For the first time, the health service will be represented at the Thuringowa march with 20-year veteran and enrolled nurse Jeffrey ‘JJ’ Jarrott leading the charge.
“The Thuringowa parade is much shorter than the Strand one, which makes it a little easier for those with families who would like to march,” JJ said.
“We’re a community at the hospital and we also serve the community; we thought it’d be a great opportunity to march as a community in the suburbs.”
Joining JJ at the march will be veteran and clinical nurse Jauna Sargeant.
“I served 10 years in the army in the Royal Australian Corps of Transport before becoming a nurse,” Jauna said.
“It’s hard to put into words what ANZAC Day means, because it means a lot; remembering all my mates, the friendships that I had and the hard work we put in.
“It would be great to see our health service staff at the march, everyone’s welcome.”
JJ, who will also be reciting the ode at the Townsville University Hospital ANZAC Day Dawn Service, said he was grateful to the health service for acknowledging the importance of the day.
“It means a lot to us, to pay respect to the people who have sacrificed so much for our freedom.”
For more details about the Townsville Thuringowa ANZAC Day march, please contact JJ – Jeffrey. Jarrott@health.qld.gov.au
Health service veterans Jauna Sargeant and Jeffrey ‘JJ’ Jarrott
Dawn Service
Townsville Hospital and Health Service invites you to join us at a dawn service to commemorate past and present service men and women
Friday, 25 April at 5:50am
Townsville University Hospital Front Garden
Guests are welcome to lay a wreath or book
First Nations staff connect at Townsville workshop
First Nations staff members from across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) have come together to discuss some of their challenges and opportunities at a workshop in Townsville.
The First Nations Leadership Program was an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees within the HHS to hone their leadership skills and celebrate their strengths in delivering healthcare to the community.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health executive director Amanda Cooms said she hoped participants took confidence from the two-day program to help shape a better future for First Nations healthcare.
“First Nations health workers face some unique challenges in the workplace and sometimes they feel like they are on their own,” Amanda said.
“The two-day program helped to create a space to seek and offer support, health, and guidance with other First Nations health workers.
“I hope everyone who came along feels more empowered to build a more inclusive, culturally safe, and responsive health system for First Nations people and future generations.”
Medical intern Dr Jessica Storrar was one of the attendees and said the program was a valuable initiative to start a conversation among peers.
“It was really interesting to be able to share our experiences as a group of healthcare professionals,” Jessica said.
“Sometimes it can feel like you’re experiencing challenges and issues on your own and it was insightful to hear from other First Nations staff about how they have managed these difficulties.
“It was also a great networking opportunity to find out what each of us does, what supports are available, and what services we can utilise to improve healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
“We are all committed to providing great healthcare to our patients and to closing the gap and it’s encouraging that there are programs like this which help us to work towards this goal.”
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health executive director Amanda Cooms and medical intern Dr Jessica Storrar
Local collaboration on thiamine harm-reduction resource goes statewide
A new resource has been developed by Townsville Hospital and Health Service’s Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs Service (ATODS) in collaboration with Insight: Centre for Alcohol and Other Drug Training and Workforce Development.
The quality improvement project aimed to increase knowledge of the health risks associated with thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency and reduce harms associated with regular intake of alcohol.
Health promotion officer ATODS Amanda Watson said people who drank alcohol often were at risk of thiamine deficiency.
“Alcohol reduces thiamine absorption in the body, increasing the risk of Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome which can cause serious memory loss, confusion and balance problems,” she said.
“Our collaboration with Insight has produced two new resources, one for consumers and one for healthcare workers.
“It was wonderful when Jeff Buckley, director of Insight, agreed to collaborate with us to redevelop our outdated thiamine resources in a way which would benefit community members and healthcare workers across the whole state.”
Drink alcohol? It’s good to know about thiamine (2025) is a two-page factsheet for healthcare workers and consumers who may be at risk of thiamine deficiency.
It contains basic information regarding thiamine, harm-reduction advice and a section where the person can develop a “thiamine plan”.
A guide to delivering a brief intervention for thiamine (2025) is a four-page guide designed to assist healthcare workers to conduct the brief intervention
It explains in detail the importance of thiamine and practical advice on how to incorporate thiamine into a person’s routine in addition to the advice contained in the two-page version.
The resources are available on the Insight website. For more information you can contact Amanda TSVMH-ATODS-Health-Promotion@health.qld.gov.au or call 4433 9600.
ATODS health promotion officer Amanda Watson
Giving Quota of kindness to Townsville Palliative Care Centre
The Townsville Palliative Care Centre at Townsville University Hospital (TUH) has received a heartfelt donation from the Quota Club of Thuringowa, with special items adding up to $2,700.
The Quota Club has long supported the local community, including annual Mother’s Day flower donations at TUH and fundraisers for brain cancer.
This time the club’s efforts were directed toward the Townsville Palliative Care Centre to provide further comfort and support to those nearing the end of their lives, and their families.
The Quota Club presented the centre with a circular garden lamp shipped in from London and two specially designed waiting room chairs.
Former president of the Quota Club of Thuringowa Darlene Chaffey and Quota Club member Deb Fifield said the motivation behind the donation was personal to them both.
“Both Deb and I have lost our husbands in palliative care and the centre and staff have played a significant role in our lives,” Darlene said.
“I spent a lot of time in palliative care when my mum and husband passed away in the same year.”
Darlene said although the Thuringowa Quota Club officially closed at the end of 2024, the group wanted to finish strong by supporting as many local causes as possible especially those with a personal connection to the members.
“The Palliative Care Centre has touched many of our lives, not just Deb and I, but other members who have lost loved ones here.
“This place is very close to our hearts.”
Deb said the club asked the staff what they would like to see in the centre and were able to craft the donation around the centre’s wishes.
“We know how important it is for families to have a comfortable place to sit and reflect and we hope these items help to make time spent in the centre easier,” Deb said.
Townsville Palliative Care Centre nurse unit manager Aaron Hanson said the centre was incredibly grateful to receive such a generous donation from the club.
“This thoughtful contribution from Quota will hopefully make the experience easier for everyone who visits our centre,” Aaron said.
“The garden lamp will be an especially beautiful addition to our space at night and not just bring extra comfort to patients and families, but also to staff.
“We cannot thank the Quota Club of Thuringowa enough for their kindness and support.”
Darlene Chaffey, Aaron Hanson and Deb Fifield with the donated chairs and garden lamp
Name change marks simpler assessment pathway for older people
A simple name change is behind a wider effort to simplify and improve the patient experience for older people.
The Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) will now be known as the THHS Single Assessment Organisation (THHS SAO).
Director older persons services Sue Tench said the change aligned with the recent national transition to the Single Assessment System (SAS).
“The new system is simpler and easier to navigate for both staff and patients,” Sue said.
“Previously, there were different assessment pathways which could cause a lot of confusion and anxiety.
“Now older people will be provided with a single assessment pathway, so they don’t have to change assessment providers as their needs change.”
Sue said the continuity of care was crucial for building trust and ensuring a more seamless experience.
“By streamlining the assessment process, it will reduce the need for older people to repeatedly retell their stories to different professionals which can be a source of frustration for some clients,” she said.
“This not only respects their time and dignity but also contributes to a more efficient system.
“This change means that THHS SAO is now one of three local assessment organisations completing simple and comprehensive community assessments.”
For more information on supporting a patient or client contact My Aged Care directly on 1800 200 422.
Back row L-R: Kaye Lindsay, Gillian Brunker, Helen Nolan, Melissa Evans, Phillip Alley
Front row L-R: Traci Duncan, Sue Tench, Jennifer Bradford, Kathy Burton
Staff celebrate as ieMR turns 10
It was a special day for the ieMR team as they celebrated the system’s tenth birthday, with a green-themed party to reflect on the last decade.
The ieMR system was first introduced to the health service in 2015, replacing paper-based medical records with a connected statewide medical record to enhance clinical workflows and patient care across all Queensland Health facilities.
Digital service nursing director Robyn Copley has been in her role for 13 years and said the close-knit ieMR team took the opportunity to look back at how far the system had come in improving the efficiency and security of healthcare delivery.
“Moving from paper charts to digital was a huge shift, full of fear of the unknown,” Robyn said.
“We went live with documentation in 2015 and have continued to add more functionality over the years, from radiology and pathology orders in 2016 to scheduling in 2018, and medication management in 2019.
“In 2024 we rolled out to all the rural sites, and this year we’re rolling out to prison sites through a statewide initiative.
“It’s been an evolving journey and it’s exciting to see how it all keeps growing now that we are a mature system.”
Robyn said several members of the team had been around since the beginning and had all grown and developed their digital skills through the many optimisations the system has had.
ieMR Information analyst Kerry Biddulph has been with the team since the first release.
“A lot of good people have helped us get to where we are now. There are a lot of teams that make up ieMR digital services, and we make a concerted effort to collaborate and work together as one unit.”
“One of the most rewarding parts of being part of ieMR digital services is when we can teach someone something new, and they appreciate it.”
ieMR system training coordinator Jo Hawkins experienced firsthand the transition from paper to digital records and said her current role as training coordinator was all about helping staff to understand and utilise the system.
“We have a team of eight fantastic ieMR trainers who are responsible for training right across the health service,” Jo said.
“We ensure all staff are trained either in-person or online, whether they are clinical or administrative.
“Everyone has different strengths, so we tailor the training to the end user and their role.
“I’m a people person and have always gravitated back to the ieMR team, taking on different roles along the way including the two-year COVID project, and multiple project ‘Go Live’ events across the state.”
A big happy birthday to the ieMR team, we look forward to seeing what the next 10 years bring!
ieMR team celebrates 10 years
A Brighter Note...
Cowboys bring joy to children in hospital
North Queensland Cowboys players Griffin Neame and Murray Taulagi visited the children’s ward and school at Townsville University Hospital last week to help bring some smiles to kids spending time in hospital.
The visit was part of Cowboys in Capes, a program supported by Sun Metals in collaboration with Brighter Lives and the Cowboys.
Brighter Lives CEO Stephanie Naunton said the visits were designed to brighten children’s time in hospital and help boost morale of the staff helping care for them.
“The children’s ward, especially in the last few weeks, has been extremely busy,” Stephanie said.
“We are so grateful to have Murray and Griffin come and be here for the children and their families and be part of the community. It has meant so much to them and it lifts the spirits of the staff too.”
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The players also spent time visiting the hospital school, a resource that some outside the hospital may not know exists.
“Not many people know we have a hospital school and for the Cowboys to come and say hi to the children in their classroom has been so wonderful and I think also a personal favourite of the teachers,” Stephanie added.
The players spent time bedside chatting to families, taking photos and signing autographs.
“We don’t know what the kids in the hospital have been through so it’s just about coming in, listening to their stories, trying to make them forget about why they’re here for a little while, and put a smile on their faces,” Murray said.
Both players said visiting sick children and their families was one of the most rewarding roles they played in the community outside of what they did on the field.
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Murray Taulagi and Griffin Neame wth hospital school students and staff
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“Just a massive thank you for all that my whole team has done not just for myself, but my kids. Thank you so much.”
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“I have had involvement with a lot of people and from start to finish they are all fantastic. They have really helped me with my journey of Parkinsons so that I understand things better. They take their time with me. We are so lucky to have Kirwan Health.”
“The care I received was wonderful and I could not fault anything. I felt very secure and it helped me recover much more quickly.”
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Capital works update
Project: North Queensland Kidney Transplant Service
Work location: South Block Level 3 Cold Shell
Project: eHealth Infrastructure Maintenance Program
Work location: Various locations in TUH
Project: Hybrid Theatre
Work location: TUH Acute building Level 2 Operating Theatres Complex
Project: North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service (NQPPMS) upgrade
Work location: Medilink building Level 2 current NQPMMS suite
Works currently underway Works
on the way
Project: Ingham CT Scanner
Work location: Ingham Health Service
Have any questions?
Project: Charters Towers CT Scanner
Work location: Charters Towers Health Service
Project: Kirwan Health Communty Campus expansion - $40 million
Plans are currently underway to support staff through the changes that will occur in the coming months.
To accommodate so much growth at TUH, some staff will be required to relocate to new office spaces and to support this, we have commenced a Business Case for Significant Change with those teams who will be impacted by works undertaken at TUH.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any proposed changes, please email THHSInfrastructureOffice@health.qld.gov.au.
Recipe of the blah No-cook tuna and bean salad
Laugh of the blah
Ingredients
• 400g can cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
• 400g can four bean mix, rinsed, drained
• 250g cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 250g baby cucumbers, quartered lengthways
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup (55g) pitted kalamata olives, halved
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 425g can tuna in oil, drained
• 1 cup basil leaves, torn
• 1 avocado, stoned, peeled, thinly sliced
Method
Step one
• Place the combined beans, tomato, cucumber, onion and olive in a large bowl. Drizzle with oil and vinegar and season. Gently toss to combine.
Step two
• Gently fold tuna, basil and avocado through the bean mixture.
Serve with fresh sourdough
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