Derby Aboriginal Health Service delivers health care across the West Kimberley, supporting Aboriginal people in Derby and neighbouring remote communities through a strong regional outreach model.
Our services extend beyond our main clinic, reaching communities that are deeply connected to Country, culture and community life. By working locally and travelling regularly, we help ensure Aboriginal people can access culturally safe health care closer to home.
Each community we support is unique. Our approach recognises local culture, leadership and priorities, and adapts services to meet the needs of each place.
DAHS provides outreach services to remote Aboriginal communities across the Western Kimberley through a combination of clinic-based care, visiting services and ongoing community engagement.
Our teams include clinical staff, population health practitioners and social and emotional wellbeing workers. Together, they deliver coordinated care that supports physical health, wellbeing and connection to community.
Jarlmadangah Burru
Location: 86km Southeast of Derby
Jarlmadangah Burru Aboriginal Community is located southeast of Derby and is recognised for its strong social values and commitment to the continuation of Nyikina Mangala Law and Culture.
The community is home to a range of facilities including a community office, school, women’s centre, tourism ventures and community development programs. Its alcohol and drug free policy, strong leadership and focus on culture have supported long term community strength and growth.
Derby Aboriginal Health Service delivers services to Jarlmadangah Burru through clinical care, population health programs and social and emotional wellbeing support, working alongside community leadership to meet local needs.
Pandanus Park
Location: 60km South of Derby
DAHS provides visiting health services to the community, with a doctor and nurse attending weekly to deliver primary health care and ongoing support for community members.
Kupungarri
Location: 300km Northeast of Derby
Kupungarri community is located at Mount Barnett on the Gibb River Road, approximately 300 kilometres east of Derby.
The community includes housing, a school and a clinic, with a population that varies throughout the year. Health services are delivered from a recently renovated clinic facility with dedicated treatment and office spaces.
Two registered nurses are based at Kupungarri, with a visiting doctor attending monthly. Clinic services are provided regularly, and nursing staff also support surrounding communities through outreach visits.
Staff are trained to respond to urgent and life-threatening situations, ensuring essential care is available in remote conditions.
Mount Barnett is a working cattle station owned by the Kupungarri community. The community also owns and operates the Mount Barnett Roadhouse, which provides food and essential supplies for travellers and residents.
Imintji
Location: 220km East of Derby
Imintji is located approximately 221 kilometres from Derby and is a small community with a local store.
Health services are delivered through regular outreach visits by Kupungarri based nursing staff, providing primary health care and follow up support for community members.
Dodnun
Location: 280-350km Northeast of Derby
Dodnun is a remote community supported by DAHS through regular outreach visits. Residents access general health care, chronic disease support, and health education via the local clinic to maintain the community’s overall wellbeing.
Kandiwal
Location: 635km East of Derby
DAHS staff visit Kandiwal approximately every six weeks to provide primary health services, allied health care, and social and emotional wellbeing support, ensuring equitable access to healthcare despite the community’s remote location.
Across all locations, Derby Aboriginal Health Service works in partnership with communities to deliver care that respects culture, values local knowledge and strengthens long term health and wellbeing.
Our commitment to Country, culture and community guides how we work, where we work and who we work alongside.