Hughenden Local Ambulance Committee

08/10/2026

Come along and attend, see a range of speakers and activities and learn CPR!

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 & 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼!

Join us on 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 from 10am for the Flinders Health & Wellbeing Expo at the Diggers Entertainment Centre, Hughenden.

Flinders Shire Mayor Kate Peddle said: “The Expo is a wonderful opportunity to see our region’s health network connect seniors, families, carers and community members, and for the community to learn about the range of organisations supporting our community and keeping us healthy.”

Come along, ask questions and discover the support available in our region 💚

📅 Thursday 15 October
📍 Diggers Entertainment Centre, Hughenden

👉 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗼𝗻: www.flinders.qld.gov.au/Your-Council/Latest-News/Flinders-Health-Wellbeing-Expo-to-showcase-pathways-to-better-health-and-community-connection

04/06/2026

Always call Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.

Calling Triple Zero (000) is the quickest way to get an ambulance and ensures you are directed to an Emergency Medical Dispatcher who is specially trained to provide vital advice and instructions over the phone.

This Triple Zero (000) call ensures the health system is activated as soon as the call is made, and we can begin preparing aeromedical retrieval and the emergency department when appropriate.

Providing information to an Emergency Medical Dispatcher does not delay the ambulance response, but ensures the correct help is coming to you.

The quickest and safest way to ensure help is coming and to receive lifesaving first aid and CPR instructions is by following the advice of the Triple Zero (000) call taker.

03/01/2026

Health & Safety Advisory – Flood-Affected Areas
Soil disturbed by receding or active floodwaters poses a significant risk of contamination with serious diseases, including melioidosis and leptospirosis (among others).
These organisms can become airborne when soil or debris is disturbed, increasing the risk of inhalation.
Protective measures are strongly recommended:
Wear an N95/P2 respirator when working in flood-affected areas. While uncomfortable in humid conditions, this provides important protection for the lungs.
Note: Surgical masks do not protect against aerosolised particles.
Cover all wounds, cuts, or abrasions with an occlusive waterproof dressing to prevent infection.
Wash hands and forearms frequently with soap and water where available.
Expect increased mosquito activity, which may transmit diseases such as Ross River virus and Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV).
Use DEET-based insect repellent and reapply regularly as directed.
Taking these precautions will significantly reduce the risk of infection while working in flood-impacted environments.