Western NSW Primary Health Network has been recognised for its role in the Healthy Warrumbungles initiative, a collaborative, community-led initiative supporting better health and wellbeing across the Warrumbungle region.
A major investment in mental health services for Broken Hill and Central Darling will commence development to support the 29,000 residents in Far West NSW.
Finding support can be tough, especially in regional communities where men don’t always feel comfortable opening up. The Men’s Table is helping to change that by offering a safe, supportive space for men to talk openly about what’s on their mind.
For people living with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain, feeling heard and believed can be just as important as treatment itself. Hear Haley’s story about her experience with the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Management GP Clinic and how it supports people living with pelvic pain.
Living with a long-term illness can be hard, especially when it means travelling long distances, seeing lots of different health services, and making big decisions along the way. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Western and Far West NSW, the Integrated Team Care (ITC) program helps make that journey feel more supported and less overwhelming.
Meet Amanda, a 37-year-old woman who has faced significant challenges. Living with anxiety, PTSD, and legal blindness, Amanda has encountered obstacles that many of us might find daunting. Yet Amanda’s story is one of resilience and courage, thanks to the support and resources she has embraced along the way.
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).
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.
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.
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.