James Dunlop is the new Senior Peer Coordinator at the Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU). 

With a strong commitment to peer-led care and a lived experience approach, James is passionate about empowering both consumers and peer workers on their recovery journeys.

Trudy Smith will be the Nurse Unit Manager of Banksia (B1), one of two new wards at the soon to be opened Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU). Her leadership will be instrumental as the facility prepares to open its first 20 beds in early 2025.  

Following overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients, the Robina Transfer Unit shuttle service has been given a 12-month extension.

Rheumatology patients at Gold Coast Health now have access to a new digital messaging platform using Foxo software, connecting them directly to the Rheumatology services team.