Does Weipa have service?
Weipa is an integrated health service facility providing 24-hour inpatient, outpatient, residential aged care, emergency and primary healthcare services.
How many beds does Weipa hospital have?
22 available
Weipa Hospital (Integrated Health Service) is a multi-purpose health service facility with 22 available beds and bed alternatives.
How many hospitals are there in Cape York?
four hospitals
The team at TCHHS consists of over 900 staff members operating across 35 facilities including four hospitals which service the resident population of approximately 26,000 people. 67% of these people identify at Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; in some communities this proportion is as high as 98%.
What’s it like to live in Weipa?
Residents of the surrounding areas chiefly come to Weipa central for their grocery and retail needs. This is a town of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here you will find flawless beaches, breathtaking wilderness and ample opportunities for the fishermen amongst us.
Who are the traditional owners of Weipa?
Weipa lies on the west coast of Cape York, about 200 kilometres south of the tip of Australia and 800 kilometres north west of Cairns by road.
- Traditional Owners: Anathangayth, Alngith, Peppan, Thanakwithi and Wathyn.
- Languages: English, languages of traditional owner groups from local and surrounding area and Creole.
Is there a hospital in Cape York?
The Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is responsible for the health services of approximately 27,000 people widely spread across Cape York, the Northern Peninsula Area and the Torres Strait Islands.
How many schools are there in Cape York?
86 Primary schools* 12 Secondary schools* 14 P-10/12 schools* 1 Special schools**
Can you swim in the ocean in Weipa?
Like in the rest of Cape York, Weipa beaches are not for swimming, but they are good for fishing, watching sunsets, and other beach activities. While there are many places to get to the shore in Weipa, some nice beaches are Nanum Beach in Nanum and the beach south of Rocky Point.
Are there crocodiles in Weipa?
Weipa is known Croc Country and people in the area are reminded to always be Crocwise. In particular: Expect crocodiles in ALL far northern Queensland waterways even if there is no warning sign. Obey all warning signs – they are there to keep you safe.
Is Weipa an Aboriginal community?
The Aboriginal reserve held by the Queensland Government was transferred to the Weipa South Aboriginal Council on 27 October 1988 under a Deed of Grant in Trust (DOGIT). In 1990, the Weipa South community became known as Napranum, which translates to ‘meeting place of the people’.
Whats it like to live in Weipa?
Are there schools in Cape York?
The Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy (the Academy) is a partnership between the Department of Education and Training and Good to Great Schools Australia, showcasing their comprehensive 5C education reform model. The Academy operates two campuses in Coen and Hope Vale.