Health & Wellbeing

New local services for children

If your child is experiencing challenges with dressing, toileting, cleaning their teeth and the other tasks of daily living, they could benefit from a new service at Bass Coast Health (BCH).

18 Jul 2025

Health

Making life easier for people with diabetes

Bass Coast Health’s (BCH) Diabetes Education team is joining a nation-wide effort by diabetes clinicians for a future where diabetes can do no harm.

18 Jul 2025

Health

Leisure facilities new chapter under Aligned Leisure

Bass Coast Shire Council’s leisure facilities are now officially under new management, with Aligned Leisure commencing operations from July 1.

18 Jul 2025

Health

Warm up this winter with Christmas in July promotion

As the crisp winter breeze sweeps across the island, Phillip Island Gym is choosing to warm the community’s spirit

17 Jul 2025

Health

Too much booze and ciggies

A local government area health snapshot has given a concerning report on the health of Bass Coast and Gippsland residents.

16 Jul 2025

Health

Auxiliary members visit new community hospital

Recently members of the Phillip Island Health Hub Auxiliary toured the new Community Hospital in Cowes.

16 Jul 2025

News

NRMA Holiday Park turns blue for mental health

This Thursday (July 17), a special community event will highlight the importance of talking about mental health.

15 Jul 2025

Health

Questions about new network makeup

Interim CEO for Bass Coast Health (BCH), Simone Alexander greeted Health Minister Mary Anne Thomas when she visited the new Urgent Care Centre in Cowes.

27 Jun 2025

Health

Questions about new network makeup

State opposition raises questions around public accountability of local health services.

24 Jun 2025

Health & Wellbeing

Summer emergencies covered by Bass Coast Health

The Urgent Care Centre in Cowes and Wonthaggi Emergency Department are both open 24/7.

21 Dec 2022

Health

Asbestos exposure leaving cancer legacy on island

Phillip Island has one of highest rates of mesothelioma - caused by exposure to asbestos - in Australia.

17 Jun 2025

Health

Urgent care centre moves to new hospital

The UCC opened last week, the first step in delivering the Phillip Island Community Hospital.

17 Jun 2025

Health

All smiles as Urgent Care Centre moves to new hospital building

The UCC opening is first step in delivering the new Phillip Island Community Hospital.

13 Jun 2025

News

GoodSAM app helps cardiac arrest survival rates

Australian-first research reveals that a smartphone app improves survival for cardiac arrest patients.

13 Jun 2025

Health

Men’s Health all year round

ass Coast Health (BCH) is helping local men to be as healthy as possible

13 Jun 2025

Health

Prep for winter with a check-in

Ambulance Victoria (AV) is calling on all Victorians to prepare for the colder months by looking after their health

13 Jun 2025

Health

Volunteers rewarded by Bass Coast Health

During National Volunteer Week, Bass Coast Health (BCH) paid tribute to the 134 active volunteers

06 Jun 2025

Health

Wonthaggi Medical Group expands with Icarus Skin Cancer Clinic

The Wonthaggi Medical Group has expanded its healthcare offering, opening a dedicated skin cancer clinic

Mili Janjic

05 Jun 2025

Health

Another lifesaving defib unit installed

What started as a frightening emergency has turned into a story of community, compassion, and action

Mili Janjic

05 Jun 2025