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Central Highlands Rural Health provides acute, community health and aged care services to communities across the Hepburn Shire and Macedon Ranges.

Central Highlands Rural Health has facilities in Clunes, Creswick, Daylesford, Kyneton and Trentham. Central Highlands Rural Health has been providing healthcare to its local community for over 160 years. Although we have had a number of name changes over the years, our mission remains the same – to deliver high quality healthcare for our communities. Central Highlands Rural Health provides acute, community health and aged care services to people across the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shire. We work collaboratively with medical professionals and regional healthcare partners to provide a breadth of services for you and your family, plus seamless transitions between hospital and the home. We can provide or connect you with the services, programs and expertise you need. The intention of this page is to inform the community of the services, program, activities, events and health promotion information provided Central Highlands Rural Health. It does not replace professional health advice. It is not a resource for emergencies, raising health concerns or seeking professional advice. Our Urgent Care Centres in Kyneton and Daylesford are open 24/7 or in a life threatening emergency you can 000. We welcome friendly and authentic engagement but expect people to be respectful, constructive and legal. We reserve the right to remove comments. Central Highlands Rural Health has no control over shared posts and comments made on those posts. If you’ve got a specific issue, we’d prefer to resolve your concerns in ways that respect privacy. Formal feedback or complaints can be sent confidentially to [email protected]. We expect that users will not post content that falls into the following categories and reserve the right to remove postings that are:
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02/11/2026

Central Highlands Rural Health is looking for new Board Directors.

If you’re passionate about community health, have strategic skills, and want to make a real difference, this is your chance to help guide a trusted public health service.

We are currently seeking members with qualifications in clinical governance and those with a background in philanthropy.

Applications close: Sunday 22 November 2026

Find out more and apply via the link below.
👉 www.health.vic.gov.au/board-applications

27/10/2026

CHRH was pleased to present to Kyneton Rotary last week.

Care at Home Manager Jo C***s spoke about the range of services available to help older people remain independent and living well at home.

Topics included the Home Support Program, recent aged care reforms, navigating My Aged Care, and how community members can access the support available through CHRH.

As a thank you, Rotary President Peter presented Jo with a beautiful handmade scarf created by young women in Northern Thailand whose education is supported through one of the club's international sponsorship programs. It was a thoughtful gesture and a fitting way to conclude the evening.

CHRH was honoured to be invited to speak and to learn more about the incredible work being undertaken by Kyneton Rotary. Alongside its international education programs, the club continues to make a significant contribution to the local community through its many fundraising and service initiatives.

26/10/2026

Big news for aged care in Daylesford! 🎉

Central Highlands Rural Health has secured funding through the Victorian Government's Regional Health Infrastructure Fund (RHIF) to refurbish our Daylesford aged care facility.

This investment will upgrade resident accommodation and shared living spaces, creating a more comfortable, modern and welcoming environment for older members of our community.

The project has been shaped by feedback from residents, families, staff and community members, and reflects our commitment to providing safe, high-quality, person-centred care close to home.

We're excited about what this means for current and future residents, and we'll keep the community updated as the project progresses.

📷 Phil Catterson (Deputy CEO) with Kelly Dart (Director of Nursing Daylesford) out the front of Daylesford Aged Care.

14/10/2026

🏆 CHRH named Victoria's Small Health Service of the Year 🏆

We are incredibly proud to share that Central Highlands Rural Health has been named the Premier's Small Health Service of the Year at the 2026 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards.

This achievement belongs to our entire CHRH community. Every staff member, volunteer, consumer representative, Board Director, partner and supporter has played a part in making this possible.

Accepting the award on behalf of CHRH, CEO Maree Cuddihy captured exactly what makes this recognition so significant:

"While we are a small health service, the work we do is not small."

Those few words reflect the reality of what happens across CHRH every day. From caring for patients and residents, supporting people in their homes, delivering community health services and providing essential support behind the scenes, our people make a meaningful difference across our region.

We would also like to congratulate our fellow finalists, Terang and Mortlake Health Service and West Wimmera Health Service. We were honoured to be recognised alongside two outstanding rural health services that make a significant difference in their communities every day.

We are deeply grateful for the trust our communities place in us and proud to serve the people of the Hepburn Shire and Macedon Ranges. We hope our communities share in this achievement because this award recognises the difference we make together.

14/10/2026

Happy Allied Health Professions Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible Allied Health professionals who help people stay healthy, active, independent, and connected to the things that matter most.

At Central Highlands Rural Health, our Allied Health teams support people of all ages across our campuses in Clunes, Creswick, Daylesford, Kyneton, and Trentham. Working across hospital, aged care and community health settings, they play a vital role in improving health, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Our Allied Health teams include:
◾ Allied Health Assistants
◾ Dieticians
◾ Exercise Physiologists
◾ Occupational Therapists
◾ Physiotherapists
◾ Podiatrists
◾ Psychologists
◾ Social Workers
◾ Speech Pathologists

Whether supporting recovery after illness or injury, helping people manage chronic conditions, promoting independence, or working towards individual health goals, Allied Health professionals make a positive difference every day.

Thank you to all our Allied Health staff for your dedication, expertise, and compassionate care. Your work has a lasting impact on the lives of our patients, residents, and communities.

12/10/2026

It's National Nutrition Week 2026!

Food nourishes more than our bodies. It connects us to
family, community, culture, wellbeing and the places we
live, learn and work.

This week we are joining Nutrition Australia and others
across the country to share practical solutions, research,
resources and stories that support healthier people,
stronger communities and a more sustainable food
system.

Together, we can create a future where everyone is
connected and nourished.

Visit the website for more information:
nutritionaustralia.org

09/10/2026

Pollen season has begun.

October marks the start of grass pollen season in Victoria. If you’ve ever experienced asthma or if you sneeze and wheeze during spring check in with your GP. If you have seasonal hay fever, speak with your pharmacist about your risk of thunderstorm asthma and learn how to stay safe.

Here’s what you can do to prepare for thunderstorm asthma, to learn more visit:
👉 https://go.vic.gov.au/4eQN8pV

08/10/2026

Central Highlands Rural Health thanks The Daylesford Foundation for its ongoing support.

We were proud to be part of the Daylesford Foundation's Afternoon of Thanks held on Wednesday.

Established in 2018, the Daylesford Foundation has provided more than $1.2 million in funding to support children, families, schools, at-risk community members, and individuals in need of a helping hand across the region.

The event recognised and celebrated the Foundation's frontline partners throughout the Hepburn Shire and the important work being achieved through collaboration and community support.

Mary Christodulaki, Mental Wellbeing Manager at Central Highlands Rural Health (pictured) was one of the guest speakers and reflected on the significant impact the Foundation has on the lives of local people.

"Whether it's enabling access to essential household items, covering unexpected medical costs, or supporting individuals to maintain stability during challenging times, the support we receive from the Daylesford Foundation provides a safety net that would not otherwise exist. We see the difference this makes in people's lives every week."

We extend our sincere thanks to founders Jim and Norma Foster, the Foundation Board, and the many community supporters who work tirelessly to ensure the continued success of the Daylesford Foundation.

Their dedication and generosity make a lasting difference to the wellbeing of individuals and families throughout our communities.

05/10/2026

We're pleased to share our Spring Community Newsletter.

This edition is packed with news, community information and photos from our organisation over the last few months. We welcome you to dive into the pages to read about what we’ve done recently for your local community.

Happy reading!

👉 www.chrh.org.au/articles/communitynewsletterspring2026

25/09/2026

World Pharmacists Day - September 25

This World Pharmacists Day, we're celebrating and thanking the incredible Pharmacy Team at Central Highlands Rural Health.

When most people think of pharmacists, they think of dispensing medicines. But pharmacists play a much broader role in healthcare.

From reviewing medication plans and providing expert clinical advice to helping patients better understand their treatment, pharmacists make a significant contribution to patient safety and wellbeing every day.

Their knowledge, attention to detail and commitment to quality care often happen behind the scenes, but the difference they make is felt by countless patients, families and healthcare teams.

Today, we thank our Pharmacy Team for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.

👏 Happy World Pharmacists Day!

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