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Department of Health visit to Western NSW

Two representatives from the Australian Government Department of Health were in Dubbo this week. 

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NewAccess Provided by Marathon Health in Western NSW

Everyone feels anxious at times and sometimes these feelings interfere with day-to-day life. NewAccess, developed by Beyond Blue and funded by Western NSW Primary Health Network, provides 6 confidential sessions with a trained NewAccess coach, provided by Marathon Health. 

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More support for communities hit by drought

Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) has awarded more than 30 community grants to help those across the drought-hit region.
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WNSW PHN seeking members for Clinical Councils

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for the Western and Far West Clinical Advisory Councils Membership for a two-year term to 30 September 2021.

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Western NSW PHN and Oberon Council collaborate to produce first health snapshot

Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) has partnered with Oberon Council to produce a snapshot of the health of the Local Government Area (LGA).

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Dr Robin Williams appointed Chair of WNSW PHN Board of Directors

General Practitioner Dr Robin Williams has been appointed the new Chair of the Board of Directors of the Western Health Alliance (WHAL), which operates as WNSW PHN.

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Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2019

NAIDOC Week 2019 runs from July 7 to 14. The theme of this year’s NAIDOC celebrations is ‘Voice. Treaty. Truth.’

 
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National Mental Health Commission to connect with communities

A national conversation on a 2030 Vision for mental health and suicide prevention, known as the Connections project, has been launched by the National Mental Health Commission. From this week the Commission will be visiting communities in 23 cities and towns across Australia during July, August and September for their input into this national conversation. They will be visiting Broken Hill and Bathurst in August.
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Empowering our Communities – Give stress and anxiety the boot

NALAG is bringing its renowned Blue Healers program to Bourke and Nyngan.
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Empowering our Communities – Weekend Wellbeing at Louth

Residents of the north-west are invited to a weekend of wellbeing at Rose Isle Station near Louth.

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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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