Meet ‘The Teddy Lady’ Jane Dillon
18 September 2026
Portland woman brings joy and distraction to sick children – Heartwarming milestone for Jane PORTLAND’S Jane Dillon says the memory
together in one place - so you and your family can get the right care, close to home.
of life, close to home.
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Check Before You Go
See current ED activity levels so you know what to expect before you arrive.
VISITING
Visiting Hours
Guidelines and hours for visiting a loved one in our care.
WHO ARE WE
One health service, working as one team around you
Portland District Health is the public health service for Portland and the surrounding district, providing acute hospital care, primary and community health, and residential aged care under one roof. Because our teams work together, your care can move seamlessly from emergency treatment, to hospital recovery, to ongoing support at home or in residential care - without you having to navigate it alone.
We are proudly governed by our local community, accredited against national safety and quality standards, and committed to making healthcare in southwest Victoria more accessible for everyone.
OUR SERVICES
Care across every stage of your journey
From urgent care to bringing new life into the world, to supporting our elders. Explore the services available to you and your family.
Maternity Services
Portland District Health operates a 24-hour midwifery service providing comprehensive pregnancy and birth care, viewing uncomplicated pregnancy and childbirth as a normal, healthy life event. The maternity department offers booking…
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapists evaluate, diagnose and treat movement disorders through physical interventions while working to prevent disease and disability, partnering with patients to address conditions present from birth, acquired injuries, or age-related…
Residential Aged Care / Harbourside Lodge
Harbourside Lodge was built in 2007 to replace the ageing Seymour Cundy Wing Aged Care Facility. Our home is fully accredited and government funded to provide residential aged care and services…
Why our community chooses PDH
It's our people, and the way we work together, that make the difference in your care.
Care close to home
Access acute, primary and aged care services without leaving the district.
Truly integrated care
Our teams work as one across emergency, hospital, community and aged care.
Community governed
Guided by a local Board of Directors accountable to our community.
Nationally accredited
Assessed against the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.
Telehealth options
Virtual appointments and specialist consults where distance is a barrier.
Compassionate teams
Dedicated nurses, clinicians and support staff who know our community.
MATERNITY & FAMILY BIRTH
A warm start, close to home
Our maternity team supports you through pregnancy, birth and the early weeks with your baby, so you don't need to travel away from family and familiar support to give birth close to home.
- Continuity of midwifery care throughout your pregnancy
- Comfortable birthing suites supporting your birth preferences
- Postnatal and early parenting support before you head home
BEYOND OUR WALLS
Other ways to get care and advice
Not every health concern needs a trip to hospital. These trusted services can help, day or night.
Victoria Virtual Emergency Department
Speak with an emergency clinician
online, day or night.
Virtual Women's Health Clinic
Online access to women's health specialists, offering confidential consultations wherever you are.
Nurse-on-Call
1300 60 60 24 - free health advice from
a registered nurse.
Pregnancy, Birth & Baby
1800 88 24 36 - advice for parents and parents-to-be.
Better Health Channel
Trusted, Victorian Government health information.
Health Direct
24/7 health advice and service information.
LATEST NEWS
What's happening at PDH
Dying to Know Day – Palliative Care
8 September 2026
So, what is Palliative care? Palliative care is about maintaining quality of life. The aim is neither to hasten nor
Stroke Awareness Week
2 August 2026
Portland District Health – Stroke Telemedicine and support Services During a stroke, things move quickly once you get to hospital.
CAREERS AT PDH
Build a meaningful career in Portland
We support new graduates, students and clinicians at every career stage with structured training, our Graduate Nurse Program, student placements and hands-on work experience, all while enjoying life in a beautiful coastal community.
