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The Chief Psychiatrist is a statutory role with powers and functions relating to the administration of the Mental Health Act 2009 and the standard of mental health care in South Australia.
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6 August 2021
Chief Psychiatrist Gazettal Conditions - Limestone Coast LHN
The Chief Psychiatrist recently placed gazettal conditions on services within the Limestone Coast Local Health Network
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4 December 2020
Annual Report of the Chief Psychiatrist
The 2019-20 Annual Report of the Chief Psychiatrist is now available
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18 August 2020
Chief Psychiatrist Gazettal Conditions - Recent Statements
The Chief Psychiatrist recently placed gazettal conditions on services within two Local Health Networks (LHNs).
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30 October 2019
A new plan for mental health services
The Office of the Chief Psychiatrist and the SA Mental Health Commission have released a new plan today for the future direction of South Australia’s mental health services.
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