GV Hospice

02/09/2026

Episode 12 of GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Please head to our website for more information.

In this episode, Carmel Smith, former Executive Manager of GV Hospice, shares her extensive experience in palliative care, highlighting the importance of community nursing, innovative systems, and the profound lessons palliative care teaches about life. Featured Annie Jorgensen – Host Annie has wo...

30/08/2026

In this episode, Carmel Smith, former Executive Manager of GV Hospice, shares her extensive experience in palliative care, highlighting the importance of community nursing, innovative systems, and the profound lessons palliative care teaches about life.

Episode 12 will be available on September 2nd 2026.

28/08/2026

We were very lucky to sit down with former Executive Manager, Carmel Smith for the GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives podcast. Alongside Annie, Carmel discussed her experience with palliative care and the memories from her time with the service.

Episode 12 will be available on the 2nd of September on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

25/08/2026

Leading up to this weekend's Winter City Market, the Opportunity Shop is having a half price sale!!

Head in store to grab a winter bargain before they are all gone!

19/08/2026

Episode 11 of GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Please head to our website for more information.

This episode with Marjo, lead of the aged care project, talks about where specialist palliative care fits in aged care. They cover when to refer, how to recognise deterioration, and how education and family communication improve end-of-life care. Featured Annie Jorgensen – Host Annie has worked at...

16/08/2026

Episode 11 of GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives with Marjo, lead of the aged care project, talks about where specialist palliative care fits in aged care. They cover when to refer, how to recognise deterioration, and how education and family communication improve end-of-life care.

This episode will be available on the 19th of August 2026.

07/08/2026

05/08/2026

Episode 10 of GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube.

Thank you to John and Rob for taking the time capturing the history of GV Hospice. ❤
Please head to our website for more information.

This episode with Dr John Hetherington and Robert Sand explore the history, challenges, and successes of GV Hospice, highlighting the dedication of its founders and the evolution of palliative care services in the community. Featured Annie Jorgensen – Host Annie has worked at GV Hospice for 8 year...

02/08/2026

Episode 10 of GV Hospice Palliative Perspectives with Dr John Hetherington and Robert Sand explore the history, challenges, and successes of GV Hospice, highlighting the dedication of its founders and the evolution of palliative care services in the community.

This episode will be available on August 5th 2026.

31/07/2026

Join us for a special podcast episode featuring Dr John Hetherington and Robert Sands, as they reflect on the early establishment and governance of GV Hospice.

Together, they will share stories as their time as President, funny moments, crucial decisions for the service and their insights into their vision of the service it has grown to be. Whether you have been involved in the service or recently discovering our history, this episode offers a unique opportunity to hear from two people who have helped shape the journey of GV Hospice!

Keep an eye out for the episode release!