East Wimmera Health Service

East Wimmera Health Service (EWHS) is a multi-campus health service situated in the north-west of Victoria. Covering the land first inhabited by the Dja Dja Wurrung, Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia, Jupagalk and Jaara Jaara people. EWHS encompasses the townships of Birchip, Charlton, Donald, St Arnaud and Wycheproof and surrounding districts. St Arnaud is our largest town with a population of approximately 3,500 and the smallest, Birchip with approximately 700 people. EWHS provides healthcare services to an approximate population of 10,000 people. Evolving in a community predominately known for broad acre cropping and grazier farming, EWHS is an amalgamation of three local hospitals and two Bush Nursing hospitals. EWHS is focussed on improving the health of its communities with a dedicated team, consisting of over 400 staff members.