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Bathurst After Hours GP Service to close as new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens

The way Bathurst residents’ access after‑hours medical care is changing. The Bathurst After Hours GP Service will close on 31 March 2026, as the community transitions to the new Bathurst Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC).
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Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens in Bathurst

The doors to the new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) in Bathurst – a completely free service – have opened recently, just in time for Christmas. The Bathurst Medicare UCC provides timely, fully bulk-billed urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions that need prompt attention but do not require a visit to the hospital emergency department.
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Navigating uncertainty: supporting young people with life’s milestones

Many of us often feel unsure about the future, especially young people who are finding their feet from high school into adulthood. From making new friends in high school to applying for jobs, facing rejections, landing a first job, learning to drive, and embracing independence – these milestones can be exciting but overwhelming. Fortunately, young people experiencing feelings of overwhelm or uncertainty have a place to turn for help: the headspace Outreach Program.
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How the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program Helped Tim Take Control of His Health 

In the heart of regional New South Wales, the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program (KHPMP) is helping people work towards better health outcomes. Delivered through general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services, the initiative brings together chronic disease practice nurses, Aboriginal health workers, and visiting allied health professionals to support people aged 15 years and over who are managing or at risk of developing two or more chronic illnesses. 
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“I can do it”: Sarah’s journey of hope with the Rural Youth Mental Health Service

Year 12 student Sarah is preparing to finish her Higher School Certificate (HSC) with a newfound sense of hope and confidence, thanks to the support of the Rural Youth Mental Health (RYMH) Service.
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Australia’s largest headspace outreach service for young people opens in Western NSW

The headspace Outreach Program (hOP) was officially launched this week in Dubbo by the Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention and Assistant Minister for Rural and Regional Health, Emma McBride.
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Dubbo Medicare Mental Health Centre opens its doors

A free, walk-in mental health service has opened its doors in Dubbo, increasing access to essential support services in the town.
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Local Lives Changed Through The Way Back Support Service

Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) is proud to partner with Mission Australia who delivers The Way Back Support Service Western NSW – a program that is making a real difference in people’s lives.
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$1.8 million investment in suicide prevention across Western NSW

The Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) and the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) have announced a significant investment of up to $1.86 million to support the expansion of the Universal Aftercare – Way Back Service across the Western NSW region.
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It’s never too late to work on our relationship with substances

While believing he would never feel better, Warren joined Roadmaps at the suggestion of his Mental Health Counsellor. Warren was initially a reluctant participant but attended with a faint hope of something good coming from it.

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Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens in Bathurst

The doors to the new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) in Bathurst – a completely free service – have opened recently, just in time for Christmas.
The Bathurst Medicare UCC provides timely, fully bulk-billed urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions that need prompt attention but do not require a visit to the hospital emergency department.

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Navigating uncertainty: supporting young people with life’s milestones

Many of us often feel unsure about the future, especially young people who are finding their feet from high school into adulthood. From making new friends in high school to applying for jobs, facing rejections, landing a first job, learning to drive, and embracing independence – these milestones can be exciting but overwhelming. Fortunately, young people experiencing feelings of overwhelm or uncertainty have a place to turn for help: the headspace Outreach Program.

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How the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program Helped Tim Take Control of His Health 

In the heart of regional New South Wales, the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program (KHPMP) is helping people work towards better health outcomes. Delivered through general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services, the initiative brings together chronic disease practice nurses, Aboriginal health workers, and visiting allied health professionals to support people aged 15 years and over who are managing or at risk of developing two or more chronic illnesses. 

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