How can philanthropy drive healthcare innovation?
Philanthropy has always been a key player in advancing health outcomes, but its potential to drive systemic, long-term change in health systems has never been clearer. In Australia, philanthropic funding plays an essential role in complementing government efforts, supporting critical health and medical research, and addressing some of the most pressing health inequities. This May,
Looking after yourself and your community during a natural disaster
Weather events can present both physical and mental health risks. The most important thing is to stay safe and keep up to date with the latest advice at hazardwatch.gov.au, the ‘Hazards Near Me’ app, or through your local SES unit. Your local ABC radio station will also have the latest emergency alerts for your area. It’s also a good time
Looking for resources to support your work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients?
WellMob is a digital library of social and emotional wellbeing resources developed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. They have just updated all of their Resource Sheets for Workers. These are shortcuts to the best social and emotional wellbeing resources on WellMob. Curated for practitioners and teams working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait
New year, new look for Healthy North Coast education & events
Introducing Dr Chris Bentley, Dr Geoff Arthurson and Dr Beth Allin (pictured above L-R) – three new faces to Healthy North Coast’s Education team. These passionate professionals bring diverse perspectives and expertise, and we’re thrilled to have them on board! We sat down with each of them to learn more about their work, the future
Welcoming essential workers to the Mid North Coast
Healthy North Coast recently sponsored two stakeholder networking events for The Welcome Experience in Kempsey (29 January) and Port Macquarie (3 Feb). The Welcome Experience is a free service offered by the NSW Government that helps essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for, or have accepted a job, in regional NSW. The
Supporting recovery: Reflections on the Northern Rivers floods
Following the devastating Northern Rivers floods of 2022, Healthy North Coast has been working, alongside our community, to support both individuals, health care providers and local community organisations in their recovery, resilience, and preparedness for future climate disasters. We know that extreme weather events will continue to challenge our health system and communities due to
Start the year healthy!
As we step into the new year and gear up for Term 1 at school, it’s the perfect time to build healthy habits for ourselves and our families. Encouraging good eating routines and staying active can set kids up for lifelong wellbeing. Healthy eating tips for the family Stick to regular meals: Consistent meal and
Maclean residents to benefit from brand-new health clinics
Maclean Medical is delighted to announce the opening of its new Women’s Health and Menopause Clinic, dedicated to providing specialised health care services to women of all ages. This new facility, led by specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Ettie Joubert, will open its doors in February and is located at Maclean Medical Specialist Centre at
BreastScreen NSW van in Ballina
From January to March 2025, the BreastScreen NSW van will be at Fawcett Park, Moon Street (river end) in Ballina! It is recommended that women aged 50-74 have a free mammogram (breast x-ray) every two years to check for cancer. Screening with BreastScreen NSW It’s free! All radiographers are female Takes just 20 minutes Requires
Your birth, your way: Low-risk birthing with Murwillumbah Midwifery Group Practice
Murwillumbah Midwifery Group Practice (MMGP) is a low-risk birthing option for women in Northern NSW. The Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) is covered by Medicare through NSW Health and is located at the Birth Centre at the Murwillumbah District Hospital. The MGP model of care provides continuity of maternity care by a known midwife throughout pregnancy,
Strengthening Medicare: Healthy North Coast supports general practices in MyMedicare registration + other incentives
In alignment with the recommendations from the Strengthening Medicare Taskforce Report, Healthy North Coast (HNC) is assisting local practices with enhancing continuity of care and strengthening patient/practitioner relationships  through registration to the MyMedicare program. This initiative promotes voluntary patient registration, which is essential for fostering these vital connections. As of October 2024, 77% of general
Invitation to join the National Intellectual Disability Clinician Network
The National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health is setting up a National Intellectual Disability Clinician Network. The Network hopes to bring together and facilitate the networking of a critical mass of clinicians or trainees who are interested in and have some focus on working with the health of people with intellectual disability across
