Free health hub opens in Moreton Bay

A new, free walk-in Women and Girls’ Health Hub has been officially opened in Caboolture.

The Wellspring Women and Girls Health Hub provides health checks and screening, immunisations, social work support, education and healthy behaviours.

Operated by Micah Projects in partnership with Queensland Health, the Hub is at 23-25 George St, Caboolture.

It is part of an $8.94 million health commitment by the State Government over four years.

“It’s fantastic to officially open this new service that has already begun providing life-changing support to more than 450 local women and girls,” Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Tim Nicholls said.

Minister for Women Fiona Simpson said the State Government was committed to delivering better health outcomes for women and girls.

“The Hub delivers wraparound support for those experiencing difficult circumstances, such as homelessness or domestic and family violence, ensuring they receive the care, and guidance they need,” Minister Simpson said.

In its first months of operation, the Hub has supported vulnerable women and girls, including:

• 49 per cent were experiencing homelessness

• 40 per cent had experienced domestic and family violence

• 36 per cent identified as First Nations

• 11 per cent were in contact with the justice system

State Member for Pumicestone Ariana Doolan said the the Hub was a safe and inclusive space for women and girls to access social, emotional, and healthcare support.

“By focusing on early intervention and holistic care, the Wellspring Hub is already making a meaningful difference in the lives of women and girls,” Ms Doolan said.

“Importantly, it will reduce pressure on emergency departments by addressing non-urgent needs in a more appropriate setting.”

The Hub prioritises communities who face significant barriers to care and who experience poorer long-term health outcomes.

These are particularly First Nations women and girls, those experiencing homelessness, and those experiencing domestic and family violence.

The Wellspring Hub is one of two pilot Integrated Women’s Health Hubs funded by the State Government.

The second hub, Jalbu Women and Girls’ Integrated Health Hub is located in Cairns and was officially opened in September 2025.