Further Information /
Please choose the most appropriate page for you from the health information types listed below.
General Health
Aboriginal Health Council of WA
The Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia (AHCWA) was incorporated under the Commonwealth Corporations Law in February-March 2005. It replaced the Western Australian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation as the peak body for 19 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs) in WA. ACCHSs are also known as Aboriginal Medical Services.
Department of Indigenous Affairs
Department of Health and Ageing
Health Consumers' Council of WA
(08) 9221 3422
Toll free call 1800 620 780
www.hcc-wa.asn.au
The Health Consumers' Council is an independent community based organisation that represents consumers' views in health policy, planning, research and service delivery.
The Council advocates on behalf of consumers to government, doctors, other health professionals, hospitals and the wider health system.
The Cancer Council Western Australia
Cancer Council WA provides a wide range of information about cancer related issues and support services for individuals and families affected by cancer. It is supported by health care professionals to ensure information and advice is up to date and appropriate.
Services include a Cancer Helpline 13 11 20, an on-line chat room for information sharing and support, counselling, and accommodation for country people accessing services in the metropolitan area.
Office for Women’s Policy
(08) 6217 8200
owp@dcd.wa.gov.au
www.community.wa.gov.au/Communities/Women/
Level 7, Dumas House, 2 Havelock Street, West Perth WA 6005
The Office for Women’s Policy (OWP) aims to improve the lives of women in Western Australia (WA) by providing the Government with policy advice grounded in quality research and community consultations. OWP supports community projects that strengthen the position of women, economically and socially, and encourages networks and partnerships across the not-for-profit sector and government for the benefit of all women.
Queensland Govt – Department of Premier and Cabinet
www.premiers.qld.gov.au/apps/assi/comunication/index.htm
The Queensland Government provides a useful online workshop on cross cultural communication with Australian South Sea Islanders which can be adapted for other cultures. This workshop provides a series of communication activities and strategies. The site is linked to the Health Department of WA.