Looking after your mental health and wellbeing this holiday season

Tis’ the season to be jolly, but for some, the holidays can be difficult. The last two years have significantly impacted many people in our North Coast community. No matter how you have been impacted, your mental health and wellbeing is important. With the holiday season upon us, here are some helpful tips to keep

Nymboida community commemorates bushfires

The Nymboida Whitewater Mosaic Circle had its official opening on 11 December, just over two years since bushfires devastated the area. Around 50 community members came together to celebrate the opening of the mosaic circle, located at the Nymboida Canoe and Camping Centre. The centre was used as a disaster recovery hub following the fires.

Support for informal carers through Carer Gateway

There are 2.65 million informal carers across Australia. These are people who provide care to a family member or friend living with a disability, medical condition, mental health condition, or who is frail due to age. If you know or come across a carer, you can support them by telling them about Carer Gateway. Carer

Talking about asthma

Is your asthma under control? People experience uncontrolled asthma for a variety of reasons. It could be anything from forgetting to book in your regular doctor appointment, to not even knowing you have asthma. If you’re experiencing regular asthma symptoms or your asthma stops you from doing what you want, then it’s time to talk

North Coast builds community resilience with 90% fully vaccinated against COVID

Healthy North Coast Chief Executive Julie Sturgess says North Coast residents have pulled together in an exceptional show of community spirit to ensure more than 90% of adults and older teens are protected against the worst of COVID. ‘North Coast residents understand that living in one of the most visited regions in NSW means they

Are you eligible for home COVID-19 vaccination?

A nurse immuniser from the Northern NSW Local Health District can now visit eligible people in their homes to give a COVID-19 vaccine. You may be eligible if you: have an injury, long-term health issue or condition that makes it hard for you to move around or leave home have a disability are a carer

Calling for community leaders to support community engagement for the COVID-19 vaccination program

Healthy North Coast is looking for local community leaders – both clinical and non-clinical – who are residents in the Tweed Shire or Byron Shire local government areas to be involved in a new COVID-19 vaccination initiative. The ‘It’s Worth the Shot’  initiative is coordinated by Healthy North Coast in partnership with Consumers Health Forum

Have your say to help improve access to healthcare for young people

Finding it hard to see a doctor or get medical help when you need? Want to hear some ideas, be part of the solution and get paid for it? We are looking for positive, open-minded, critical thinkers aged 15-35, to join us in our goal to improve the access and experience of healthcare services for

North Coast fully vaccinated rate hits 80%

The North Coast has hit a fully vaccinated rate of 80%, with the first-dose rate sitting at 93%. The first dose rate is ahead of the national average of 88% and in coming weeks will flow through to double doses. Healthy North Coast Chief Executive Officer Julie Sturgess paid tribute to the community and to

Breathe your best this spring

For many Australians living with asthma, springtime (or the dry season in tropical areas) can bring unwanted problems – such as pollen triggers, thunderstorm asthma and hay fever. Approximately 80% of people who have asthma also have allergies. Many allergy and asthma symptoms are similar to those of COVID-19 – such as coughing, nasal drip

North Coast residents encouraged to get weekend-ready with proof of vaccination

As the North Coast opens up for business and travel to our region resumes, many venues will be asking to see proof of your COVID-19 double vaccination or medical exemption when you check in this weekend. This applies if you are 16 years or older. You – not your GP – are responsible for accessing

Tune in to stay fulfilled and well

It’s Mental Health Month, with some great youth-focused events for those aged 12–29 happening in the Clarence Valley during October. Why not drop in for a barbecue with Connect at the Iluka Skate Park at 4 pm next Thursday, 22 October. On Friday 22 October there will be a barbecue at Hakea Park in Yamba