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Symbolic swim challenge raises funds for SMHS Mental Health service at Fremantle Hospital 02 April 2026 After Eilidh’s dad Ali spent time as an inpatient with SMHS Mental Health at Fremantle Hospital in 2020, she wanted to channel her energy into giving back to recognise the care that helped Ali get back on track.

Lived experience at the centre of trauma-informed maternity care at SMHS 25 February 2026 A new Birth Trauma Advisory Committee at South Metropolitan Health Service is seeking expressions of interest from consumers with lived experience for two committee roles.

Australian of the Year finalist cherishes once-in-a-lifetime awards experience 30 January 2026 Australian of the Year award finalist Dr Daniela Vecchio spent the long weekend in Canberra with the Prime Minister, Governor General, dignitaries and some extraordinary Australians doing so much to help others.

SMHS staff triumph at WA Health Excellence Awards 26 November 2025 Last night, South Metropolitan Health Service took home four awards at the 2025 WA Health Excellence Awards including the biggest honour of the night – the Director General’s Award.