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Western NSW Remains a National Leader of Childhood Immunisation

Western NSW children are amongst the most prepared in the country to combat vaccine-preventable diseases.
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WNSW PHN Welcomes Federal Government’s $64M for Mental Health

Western NSW Primary Health Network has welcomed the announcement of a further $64million in funding by the Federal Government for suicide prevention initiatives  across Australia.

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The community of Olinda coming together after the severe bushfires in the area

The community of Olinda got together in mid-January to share a meal, talk through their experiences of the recent high-intensity bush-fires very very close to home.
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Natural Disaster & Emergency Primary Health Workforce Response

The NSW Rural Doctors Network and partner organisations are coordinating a response to provide General Practice and primary health care workforce support to areas of NSW affected by natural disasters.
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Advice on the use of masks for people exposed to bushfire smoke

A statement from the Acting Chief Medical Officer and State and Territory Chief Health Officers about the use of masks for people exposed to bushfire smoke.
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Western NSW PHN supporting Royal Flying Doctors Service “GROW” Program at Gulargambone Central School

The Western NSW Primary Health network visited Gulargambone Central school for the launch of the Royal Flying Doctors Service GROW program, “Guiding Rural & Outback Well-being .

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2019 Year in Review

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Positive Living Skills travelling through drought-affected communities

Last week the Positive Living Skills travelled to the drought-affected communities of Broken Hill, Bourke, Weilmoringle, Brewarrina, Coonamble, Menindee, Wellington and Forbes. Educators, families and children in rural and remote towns across western NSW are more resilient and empowered thanks to a new initiative being rolled out in early learning services.
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Western NSW PHN supporting Telehealth in residential aged care

Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) participated in a nation-wide Better Health Care Connections trial funded by the Department of Health to pilot the feasibility of GPs providing video consultations to residents of participating residential aged care facilities (RACFs) in Broken Hill.
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Board of Western NSW PHN welcomes two new Directors

Western Health Alliance, which operates the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cathy Baynie and Greg Sam as new directors of their governing board.

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WNSW PHN Welcomes Dr. Ai-Vee Chua: A Leader in Rural Healthcare and Community Wellbeing

The Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Ai-Vee Chua as a new Director on the Western Health Alliance Limited (WHAL) Board.

WNSW PHN CEO, Brad Porter says Dr. Chua’s unwavering dedication to improving rural healthcare services and her leadership in the medical field will add significant value to the WHAL Board and WNSW PHN outcomes.

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Western NSW PHN Partners with Florence to Support Nurse Career Growth

Western NSW PHN is proud to be a launch partner for Florence ” a new free app designed to support nurses across rural and regional Australia with their professional development and career journey.

Developed by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA), Florence puts nurses in control of their CPD and growth, offering personalised recommendations, tracking tools, and career-building opportunities ” all in one platform.

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MyMedicare updates and reminders

DoHAC are pleased to advise that the accreditation exemption for non-traditional practices choosing to participate in MyMedicare has been extended from 30 June 2025 until 31 December 2026.

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Closing the Gap Together

Today is Close the Gap Day “ a significant date to reflect on the health disparities faced by First Nations people and communities, and to renew our commitment to closing the gap in health outcomes.

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New measures to support bulk billing

On 23 Feb 2025, the Government announced intentions to expand bulk billing eligibility to all Australians and introduce a bulk billing practice incentive program for practices registered with MyMedicare, with commencement from 1 Nov 2025.

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