From January 2027, the Strong Minds and Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) programs across Western and Far West NSW will transition to new providers.
Following a recent commissioning process, Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) has appointed new providers to deliver these services.
WNSW PHN acknowledges the contribution of current providers Marathon Health and Flourish, for their long-term support and care for communities across our region.
WNSW PHN is working closely with current and incoming service providers to support a safe transition for clients, carers and referrers.
New providers from January 2027
Strong Minds
The Strong Minds Program provides mental health care for people with mild to moderate mental illness who face barriers to accessing the support they need.
The new providers in Western and Far West NSW will be:
- Grand Pacific Health – Broken Hill, Central Darling, Unincorporated Far West, Wentworth and Balranald.
- HealthWISE – Bourke, Brewarrina, Walgett, Cobar, Bogan, Coonamble and Warren.
- Coast & Country Primary Care – Dubbo and surrounds (Dubbo Regional, Narromine, Gilgandra and Warrumbungle) and Central West (Bathurst Regional, Blayney, Cabonne, Orange, Oberon, Lachlan, Mid-Western Regional, Parkes, Forbes, Cowra and Weddin).
Commonwealth Psychosocial Support
The Commonwealth Psychosocial Support Program provides practical, recovery-oriented support for people experiencing severe mental health challenges, helping them build independence, stay connected to their community and access the services they need.
The new providers in Western and Far West NSW will be:
- Mission Australia – Broken Hill, Central Darling, Unincorporated Far West, Wentworth and Balranald; Dubbo and surrounds (Dubbo Regional, Narromine, Gilgandra and Warrumbungle); and Central West (Bathurst Regional, Blayney, Cabonne, Orange, Oberon, Lachlan, Mid-Western Regional, Parkes, Forbes, Cowra and Weddin).
- HealthWISE – Bourke, Brewarrina, Walgett, Cobar, Bogan, Coonamble and Warren.
What does this mean for clients?
If you currently receive care or support through Strong Minds or CPS, there is nothing you need to do right now. Please continue with your current appointments and support as usual.
Existing and incoming providers will work with clients and participants directly as transition arrangements are confirmed, so people understand what happens next and remain connected to the care and support they need.
What does this mean for referrers?
Referrers should continue to use existing referral pathways until 31 December 2026.
From 1 January 2027, new referrals will move to the incoming providers. More information about referral pathways and how to access each service will be provided before this change happens.
Next steps
WNSW PHN is currently working with existing and incoming providers on the transition.
Further information will be provided directly to clients, carers, referrers and stakeholders as required.
WNSW PHN thanks Marathon Health and Flourish for their long-standing contribution to delivering the Strong Minds and CPS programs across Western and Far West NSW, and for their support through the transition.
