2025 Primary Health Care
Award Recipients

Emerging Leader Award
Dr Grace Gillon, (GP Registrar) Bullinah AMS

Recognised for trauma-informed, culturally safe care and mentoring, enhancing outcomes and trust.

Pictured: (L) A/Prof Chris Stevens, SCU and (R) Dr Grace Gillon

EXCELLENCE IN PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 
Tracey Harris, Lismore GP / UCC

Established Lismore’s Urgent Care Clinic, integrated mental health, and introduced AI tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.

This award was sponsored by Business NSW.

Pictured: (L) Tracey Harris and (R) MP Gurmesh Singh

INNOVATION IN PHARMACY 
James Yoo, PHARMACIST

Recognised for pioneering full scope pharmacy services on the North Coast, advancing clinical care and integrating pharmacy into collaborative, patient-centred health models.

This award was sponsored by the Pharmaceutical Society  of Australia.

Pictured: James Yoo

EXCELLENCE IN ALLIED HEALTH 

Pioneered male-focused oncology rehab and pelvic health, reducing barriers and improving survivorship outcomes.

This award was sponsored by Centorrino Technologies.

Pictured: (L) Trent Renshaw and (R) Alira Bayndrian, NCAHA CEO

EXCELLENCE IN NURSING ACHIEVEMENT
Amanda Moss, Co-Owner of Woodburn Health, Clinic Manager & Registered Nurse

Embedded nurse-led pathways and Advance Care Planning, enhancing access and team-based rural care.

This award was sponsored by Larter Consulting.

Pictured: Amanda Moss

THE DR MICHAEL DAVIS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN GENERAL PRACTICE LEADERSHIP
Dr Monica Taylor, Bullinah AMS

Embedded CQI and cultural safety at Bullinah AMS, improving chronic disease and maternal care outcomes.

The award was named in honour of Dr Michael Davis, whose legacy of compassion, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to his community continues to inspire all who knew him.

Pictured: (L) Nathan Kesteven, NorDocs Chair and (R) Dr Monica Taylor

EXCELLENCE IN THE DELIVERY OF MENTAL HEALTH IN PRIMARY CARE
Human Nature Adventure Therapy

Provided nature-based care for adolescents, improving resilience and engagement among vulnerable groups.

Pictured: (L) Jen Park, CEO Human Nature Adventure Therapy and (R) Bronwyn Mitchell, Lifebridge Australia CEO

EXCELLENCE IN ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HEALTH
Nicole Dein, NDIS Coordinator

Created a culturally responsive NDIS model, improving access and mentoring Aboriginal staff.

EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION INCLUDING DIGITAL HEALTH AND RESEARCH IN PRIMARY CARE
Maclean Medical

Created nurse-led Access Health Clinic, delivering thousands of low-cost, same-day appointments.

Sponsored by the Innovation Hub, Coffs Harbour

Pictured: Maclean Medical Practice

RECOGNITION OF SERVICE
Chris Clark, Registered Nurse

Pictured: (L) Dr Deb King, RACGP and (R) Chris Clark

RECOGNITION OF SERVICE
Dr Jay Ruthnam, GP

Pictured: Jay Ruthnam

RECOGNITION OF SERVICE
Judi Bray, Psychologist

Pictured: Judi Bray

RECOGNITION OF SERVICE
Dr Warwick Wickham