Free falls prevention program in Kempsey
Stepping On is a free, evidence-based 7-week falls prevention program, delivered by Port Macquarie Occupational Therapy and funded by Healthy North Coast, that will run in Kempsey from 15 October to 26 November 2026. The program supports older people to stay active, independent and confident, with gentle strength and balance exercises and practical information on
Expression of interest: Specialist-supported skin cancer care in general practice
Healthy North Coast has commissioned DermScreen to provide a specialist-supported skin cancer capability building program for general practice. The program will support participating practices to strengthen skin cancer assessment and management through practical training, clinical mentoring, case-based learning, workflow support, and access to dermatologist advice. Only 10 general practice places are available in this intake.
New Primary Health Care Branch of the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association established
A message from the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA): A new Primary Health Care Branch of the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) has been established. This acknowledges that, for the first time, primary health care nurses have established a collective and recognised voice within both the NSWNMA and the Australian Nursing and
Our House: Accommodation for patients accessing health care in Lismore
Our House provides affordable, high-quality accommodation for patients and their families who need to travel to Lismore for medical care. Conveniently located adjacent to Lismore Base Hospital and close to essential services – including shopping and public amenities – Our House offers a safe, comfortable and supportive environment during what can often be a challenging
Expression of Interest: Join Healthy North Coast’s Community Advisory Council!
Are you passionate about improving health and wellbeing in your community? Healthy North Coast is seeking expressions of interest from community members to join our Community Advisory Council. This is an opportunity to contribute your experience, insights and networks to help shape a more person-centred, accessible and equitable health system for our region. As a
Help us shape a new free tool for Northern NSW & Mid North Coast locals aged 45+
Built for your community, by your community. Help us shape a new free tool for North Coast & Mid North Coast locals aged 45+! Who are we looking for? People aged 45+ living in Ballina or Coffs Harbour or their surrounding areas We especially welcome people with disability, LGBTQ+ people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Residential Aged Care Enhanced Primary Care Access Grant recipients announced
Healthy North Coast is pleased to announce the successful recipients of their Residential Aged Care – Enhanced Primary Care Access Grants program. These grants have been awarded following an expression of interest process and panel evaluation. Recognising the unique challenges associated with delivering primary care to residents in aged care homes – particularly in areas
Help shape future research on asbestos-related diseases
The National Centre for Asbestos Related Diseases is inviting people affected by asbestos exposure and asbestos-related diseases – including people exposed to asbestos, patients, carers, advocates and healthcare professionals – to complete an anonymous survey (10–15 minutes) to help define future research priorities. Take the survey now. The survey closes 31 August 2026. For more
New evaluation shows impact of Resilient Kids program
Pictured: Celebrating the one-year anniversary of Resilient Kids in November 2024. Healthy North Coast has released the evaluation report for the second year of the Resilient Kids program – delivered by Social Futures, The Family Center, Human Nature Therapy and Lives Lived Well – highlighting the positive impact the program is having for children,
New report highlights impact of post-flood recovery programs in the Northern Rivers
It’s been 4 years since severe flooding caused devastation across the North Coast region, with longer term impacts still being experienced. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) described these floods as one of the most devastating in the nation’s history. Seven LGAs were affected, with towns like Lismore, Broadwater, Coraki and Woodburn experiencing the most
Ministerial visit highlights youth mental health services in Coffs Harbour
On Wednesday 18 March 2026, headspace Coffs Harbour welcomed a visit from Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, the Hon Emma McBride MP,  Monika Wheeler, CEO and Aimee McNeill, Director of Integrated Community Wellbeing at Healthy North Coast to see firsthand how recent funding is improving access to youth mental health services and enhancing
Help us understand and improve nurse and midwife mental health in NSW
Mental health and wellbeing among nurses and midwives is a major public health issue, which has been exacerbated by the impacts of COVID-19. Having a healthy, highly functioning workforce is the key determinant of a good healthcare service (and therefore benefits the health of everyone in NSW). However, there is a critical lack of services
