What: USS Guided cannulation Workshop

When: Saturday 27/04/24 both AM and PM sessions

Where MBH K Block Brampton Room

Who: Open to all doctors and nurses trained in PIVC insertion wanting to upskill

What: Stations including ultrasound basics, ergonomics, phantom limbs for practise

Light refreshments sponsored by MSA and MIPS

Cost: $20

Registration now: email homya.bolla@health.qld.gov.au

End of Term 1 Drinks

Saturday 13th April 2024

6pm

Moss on Wood Main Bar

Single Event Fee - $30

Free for members - see our annual membership fees

International Women’s Day

When: March 8th 2024

Time: 10:00am - 02:00pm

Where: Alcove outside radiology department, MBH

Bring cash to support our local charities

Proceeds go to: Mackay Women’s Sexual Assault Services and Domestic Violence Resource Service Mackay & Region

Who: Hospital staff and their partners are invited to come celebrate

What: This year's hospital ball will be replacing the end of term 4 drinks. The theme is 'A midsummer night's dream' and it will be a formal event with a seated dinner, photobooth, bar tab and dance floor all included in your ticket!

When: Saturday 28th October from 6pm till late - for dinner at 7pm Where Lancaster & Hamilton Rooms Harrup Park Country Club 89 Juliet St, South Mackay QLD 4740

Why: $50 from every ticket is being donated to CQ Rescue.

Buy your tickets here: https://mackaymsa.wufoo.com/forms/m1j6knxg09jchct/

Park Run

Every one is encourage to attend (wearing green to show support for those with mental illness) as part of One Foot Forward initiative.

Saturday (14/10/23)

Time: 7am

Location: Botanical Gardens

Price: FREE

Drinks and Games Night!

Games on offer include: squash, racketball, badminton, basketball, table tennis, hookey and cornhole.

Bar tab for drinks!

Please note everyone must wear close toed shoes.

Why not dress up in Halloween costumes because tis’ the season!

You can register interest by clicking on Facebook event

Friday (13/10/23)

Time: 6pm

Location: Squash 52

Price: FREE for fitness passport members, $20 for non-members

EVENING YOGA SESSION (ALSO WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY)

Jules, of Neighbourhood Yoga, who is specialist-trained in Mental Health Aware Yoga, will devise and deliver a yoga session appropriate for all participants to engage them in moving, breathing and relaxation.

No booking required, just bring your yoga matt.

Tuesday (12/10/12)

Time: 6pm

Location: Split Spaces at CQU Campus on Sydney Street

Price: FREE

Snacks and Chats

Come to the staff retreat for some snacks and chats as a part of our wellbeing week programs. Take some time to unwind and relax

Wednesday (11/10/23)

Time: 11:30-1:30pm

Location: Staff Retreat

Price: FREE

It's getting on a bit this year, innit?

Time to take another breather and come down for a pint or two at the glorious "Moss on Wood" next Friday, 18/08/2023.

We'll be joined by local band "The Feels", known for their seamless blend of Funk, Reggae, Soul, Rock, Pop & Disco.

And of course, there will be the usual free drinks, free food and free banter.

Open to all staff, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, allied health, auxiliary, partners and others

Be there or get RiskMan'd

MSA will be taking over parkrun on August 5th (it’s locked in)

So we are still actively look for volunteers; specifically the following:

1 x timekeeper

1 x finish token

3 x barcode scanners

3 x marshals

2 x tailwalkers – taken

1 or 2 x Pre-event course checkers

Please let us know if you are able to help out on Aug 5. Otherwise we look forward to seeing you there for a fun day!

Contact Jennie Mullowney Sports Rep

Cost to attend: FREE!

What: Paint and Sip

When: 24th June @ 06:00pm

Where: Botanical gardens - Lagoon Room

Why: to get out your creative side

Book: link to be posted on MSA Facebook page. Limited to 30 spots!

Cost: $45 per person, includes art supplies, wine, nibbles

What: End of term 2 drinks!

Music and karaoke until 8:30pm, food, bar tab!

When: 9th June 2023 @ 06:00pm

Where: The Palace Hotel, MC’s Irish Bar Place next door

Why: To celebrate end of term!

What: MBH Research Evening

Why: To learn what opportunities there are in the MHHS for research

When: 6th June 2023 @ 04:00pm

Where: MBH K block lower level

Presenter: Dr Matthew Hiskens

Cost: Nil

Bowls Day + Sausage Sizzle

When: 28th May 2023 @ 1:00pm

Where: Mackay Lawn Bowls Club, 27 Nebo Road

Why? To stretch your legs and socialise!

Sausage sizzle to follow!

Laser Tag Showdown!

Unwind and destress at the Laser Tag Showdown and then drinks at the Bavarian after.

When: Friday 05/May/2023 @ 06:00PM

Where: Timezone Canelands

Sign Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJ0P6eRbtBVOui67P0lSz6pkk5pThKZZ7chW4PdaH6eozhaw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR1y5VqWoy2-SkD6Lxsder_ODuSneYNI5XbbY31TxHkYNB0gx_nh55E3Gbw

What: Recovery Day Volley Ball and BBQ

When: 1/4/23 Starting at 1:00pm

Where: Citi Beach Volley ball - Illawong Drive Mackay

Who: Everyone!!

Details: Bring your togs for a dip and BBQ (provided). BYO drinks or available for purchase at canteen.

Cost: Free

What: End of Term 1 Social Event

When: 31/3/23 Starting at 6:30pm

Where: Mojo’s Lush Bar

Who: Everyone!!

Details: Bar tab! Nibble platters, dancing

Cost: Free for MSA members! $20 non members

International Women’s Day 2023 - 8th March 2023

Raising money for White Ribbon Foundation and the Women’s Centre.

RAFFLE: To celebrate MSA will be holding a raffle supported by local businesses and donating the proceeds to a charity that supports women (TBA). Selling tickets from 06/03/23 at the bake sale. Winner announced 10/03/23

BAKE SALE (Thursday 9th March): we are joining forces with JCUOBGYN to raise money. Where: In the alcove across from medical imaging on ground floor. When: Thursday 9th March 9:30am-1:00pm

INTERVIEW: We will also be interviewing one of MBH’s most prominent female consultants: Dr Wu! - Follow our Facebook group to read the interview on the day! https://www.facebook.com/groups/MackayMSA/

Stay tuned for more details