Holistic health care for our mob
The Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service (IAMS) strive to improve the health and wellbeing of Illawarra Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in our community.
Our qualified and experienced Doctors, Nurses, Dentists and Aboriginal Health Practitioners & Workers provide a range of health care services for our mob.
We are committed to working closely with local Indigenous communities to better understand their unique needs and challenges, and to develop targeted programs and services that are culturally appropriate and effective.
By promoting health and wellness, the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service hope to empower individuals and families to lead happy, fulfilling lives and contribute to the strength and vitality of our community as a whole.
Our services
We provide a variety of medical and community services for our mob.
The IAMS are committed to providing high quality and comprehensive primary health care that meets personal, community and cultural needs. We are proud to have achieved accreditation in AGPAL General Practice, QIP Dental Practice, and QIC Health and Community Services Standards as part of the QIP.
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The IAMS is proudly funded by the following organisations:
It all begAN IN 1983 IN A SMALL TENT AT COOMADITCHIE, OPERATING AS A BRANCH OF THE FAR SOUTH COAST ABORIGINAL SERVICE – NOWRA.
📣 WE’RE RECRUITING! 🌿❤️
Looking for your next opportunity? Come and join us!
We’re currently looking for enthusiastic, reliable and community-minded people to join our team.
✨ POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
🦷 Reception / Administration / Dental Assistant – Part-Time
A varied role working across reception, administration and supporting our dental team. Previous medical, dental or administration experience is highly regarded.
🎓 Business Administration Trainee – Full-Time
Earn while you learn! Complete a Certificate III in Business Administration while gaining valuable workplace experience and developing your skills across IAMS.
💙 WHY JOIN IAMS?
✔️ Supportive team environment
✔️ Mentoring & on-the-job training
✔️ Salary packaging benefits
✔️ CPR & First Aid training
✔️ Valuable experience within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
✔️ Make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of our community
✔️ Opportunity to grow your skills and career
If you’re passionate about working with people, keen to learn and want to be part of an organisation that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
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View the IAMS vacancies & apply
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Real men have the hard Yarnz 🖤💛❤️
Hard Yarnz Men’s Group is about men coming together to talk about the things that can be hard to talk about.
Our behaviours. Our habits. Our relationships. Our emotions. Our families. Our future.
No judgement. Just honest conversations, accountability, support and a yarn with other fellas who are working on themselves too.
Breaking old cycles. Building better ways. Stronger men. Stronger families. Stronger community.
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CALLING ALL LOCAL BUSINESSES & COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS!
Expressions of Interest are now open for stall holders at the Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service’s NAIDOC Day celebration!
Event Details: 10am-2pm, Thursday, 1 October 2026 at Dapto Showground.
We’re inviting businesses, community organisations, service providers, artists and cultural groups to be part of this exciting community celebration.
Following another hugely successful event, we’re expecting more than 3,000 community members to join us for a day celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, connection and community.
The day will feature:
*Carnival rides
*Live entertainment
*Cultural activities
*Food and community stalls
*And so much more!
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your organisation, connect with the community and be part of one of the Illawarra’s largest NAIDOC celebrations.
Interested in having a stall? Email rbogovac@illawarraams.com.au to request a Registration Form.
We can’t wait to celebrate 50 Years of Deadly with you!
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🎉🧸 WIN a $100 KIDS’ GOODIE BAG! 🧸🎉
To celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, Illawarra Aboriginal Medical Service is hosting a fun-filled day for our deadly kids!
📅 Tomorrow – Tuesday 4 August
🕘 9:00am – 3:00pm
👧🏽 Children aged 0–14 years
🚶🏽 Walk-ins welcome – no appointment needed!
🎨 Enter our Teddy Bear Colouring Competition!
Complete a colouring sheet on the day for your chance to WIN a $100 Kids’ Goodie Bag! 🏆
📅 Winner drawn Tuesday 11 August.
🧸 FREE Teddy Bear Health Checks
Bring along your teddy bear or your child’s favourite toy and let our health team give them a fun check-up! We’ll check their 👀 eyes, 👂 ears and ❤️ heart to make sure they’re happy and healthy.
🔍 Teddy Bear Hunt
Find all the hidden teddy bears around the clinic, collect your passport stamps and claim your prize! Every child who completes the hunt will receive a FREE colouring pencil pack and toothpaste.
💛 This year’s Children’s Day theme is Living Our Truth.
“Living Our Truth” celebrates the journeys Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children take as they grow, guided by culture, community and connection to Country. Together, we can nurture their voices and dreams and support a future where every child walks strong in their identity.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is a beautiful reminder of the incredible culture, strength and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children across the country. At IAMS, we’re proud to celebrate our deadly kids and look forward to sharing a fun day with our families and community.
We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 🖤💛❤️
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🚨 We’re Hiring – Dental Assistant (Casual) 🚨
We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team ASAP. If you’re passionate about supporting community health and working in a fast-paced, supportive environment – we want to hear from you!
📞 Call us: 4229 9495
📧 Email: rbogovac@illawarraams.com.au
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✨ Proud moment for our team at the Regional NAIDOC Awards ✨
Being named a finalist for Organisation of the Year is a powerful recognition of who we are and the impact we make as a whole organisation. 💛
For over 40 years, we’ve delivered care shaped by community - from GP clinic and allied health, to mental health, AOD, DV and family support, alongside daily groups and programs that keep our mob strong. We’re proud to continue this legacy future generations.
This recognition reflects the strength, scale and dedication of our entire team who show up every day to make a real difference in community. 👏🏾
We’re incredibly proud, and we’ll continue to grow, lead and deliver for our people. 🖤💛❤️
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