Kyabram District Health Service held it's annual general meeting on Thursday, November 27, detailing the past year in front of stakeholders and community members.
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Jemma Jones
In the shadow of Victoria’s biggest health system shake-ups in years, Kyabram District Health Service’s annual general meeting revealed it remains steady heading into 2026.
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KDHS brought together stakeholders and community members on Thursday, November 27 to celebrate a year of significant achievements and community impact.
Board chair Chris Motton opened the AGM, announcing the service was operating at “a pleasing” 102.6 per cent activity result through planning and management of demand of services.
This included a total of 550 urgent care presentations and a 20 per cent increase in Hospital in the Home activity, as well as a 98.7 per cent occupancy rate at Sheridan aged care — higher than the Australian National Aged Care classification rates.
Mr Motton highlighted the successful restoration of medical appointments at Stanhope Health, with the innovative new hybrid Telecare clinic now serving the community after 13 months.
He said the service provided a total of 735 appointments, either face-to-face or by telehealth.
Board director Merrin Prictor spoke at the AGM, detailing the highlights of the year.
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Jemma Jones
Mr Motton thanked everyone who has contributed to the service during a “challenging, rewarding year”.
“We strive to provide our community with the best services we can within the physical constraints we have, but we will always listen and learn from consumer feedback, and it's very much better,” he said.
KDHS board director Gavin Hanlin reported a significant financial turnaround, moving from a $2.9 million deficit to a $3.5 million surplus, driven by increased revenue and cost control.
The podium was then turned over to the leads of various projects that have been taking place over the past year, and what the focus will be for next year.
This included the after-hours GP centre which has proven invaluable to the community, with project lead Cherie Hunter reporting 1183 appointments since its April opening.
AGM attendees learned about the Itjumaatj Yapeneyepuk Cancer Australia project, a vital partnership that will deliver essential cancer prevention and outreach services directly to local Aboriginal communities.
Long-serving employees were thanked for their time, including a special mention to Alma Limbrick, who celebrated 30 years at the service this year.
After celebrating the opening of new worker accommodation next to the hospital, the AGM concluded with a warm community morning tea.
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