Local men supporting local men
Update 10 March 2026: The Grafton event has changed date from 24 March to 25 March. The Men’s Table, in partnership with Healthy North Coast, is inviting local men to come along to an upcoming Entree Dinner. The Men’s Table is a community group where men meet monthly over dinner to share the highs and
Tackling climate-related PTSD in the Northern Rivers: Seeking participants
The Australian Government has funded Southern Cross University (SCU) to undertake a world-first stepped care model trial. The Healing Climate Related Trauma (HEART) trial will test whether innovative programs can reduce the severity of climate-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Findings from this trial will help inform the development of larger-scale, sustainable mental health programs for
Strengthening early responses to problematic harmful sexual behaviours
Children under 10 who display problematic or harmful sexual behaviours (PHSB) require timely, compassionate and developmentally informed support. In response to national recommendations and emerging evidence, the Safe Wayz program is now operating across the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD), helping families and services navigate concerns with accuracy, cultural safety, and hope. Safe
Did you know that 1 in 7 patients you see is an unpaid carer?
Carers are one of the backbones of our health system, providing ongoing support while juggling complex responsibilities. Yet many carers remain unseen and unsupported. Why this matters: Unrecognised carers carry higher health risk, with significantly higher distress (35.9%), loneliness (42.7%) and distinct lower general health compared to the general population. Recognising and supporting carers early
The Primary Care Impact Grants are back!
Primary Care Impact Grant Round 3 recipient: Mullumbimby Comprehensive Health Centre In 2025, 48 Primary Care Impact Grants were awarded to North Coast primary care providers, totalling nearly $2.35 million. From nurse-led drop-in clinics for those experiencing homelessness, to 48-week Aboriginal healthy lifestyle programs, these grants were awarded to innovative, locally designed projects that
Measles is about!
From 1 Dec 2025 to 22 February 2026, there have been 27 cases of measles in NSW. 15 acquired measles during their travel to South-East Asia and 12 acquired measles in NSW. The majority of the cases were adults who were under-vaccinated for measles. Byron Bay, Lismore and Coffs Harbour are all currently listed (25
Rural GPs Refresher Conference in Port Macquarie
Rural Doctors Network and the Rural Doctors’ Association of NSW are pleased to invite North Coast GPs to the Rural GPs Refresher Conference from 27-29 March at Rydges Port Macquarie. Designed specifically for rural GPs, the program features expert-led sessions on the conditions and challenges you’ve told us you want to learn about most. From
Sustainability and Viability Initiative: Practical insights to strengthen your practice
Healthy North Coast is excited to offer general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services on the North Coast the opportunity to access the Sustainability and Viability Initiative (SAVI) assessment in February 2026. SAVI is a practical tool designed to give practices a clearer picture of what’s working well and where there may be opportunities to strengthen
Virtual care trial aims to improve life for people with chronic pain
Low back, knee and hip pain are linked to unhealthy lifestyle habits. Supporting both pain management and lifestyle change can be challenging. The Healthy Lifestyle for Pain in Rural Areas (HeLP-R) Trial aims to uncover the best ways to improve disability, quality of life and health outcomes for people with chronic musculoskeletal pain in regional
Allergy assist webinar: Update on available adrenaline devices
This free webinar is hosted by the National Allergy Council and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine and provides an update on adrenaline devices available in Australia. Webinar details: Topic: Update on adrenaline devices available in Australia Start Time: 6:30 pm AEST / 7:30 pm AEDT Date: Wednesday 4 March 2026 Duration: 90 minutes and 1.5 CPD hours
Our Patients Together: Navigating Lismore Base Hospital
Join Healthy North Coast and Northern NSW LHD for an evening of collaboration and clinical updates at Lismore Base Hospital. This is the first of series of sessions that provide the latest updates from hospital specialist teams for general practitioners and primary care clinicians. At this session, hear from: anaesthesia and perioperative medicine emergency medicine
New termination of pregnancy HealthPathways live
A new Termination of Pregnancy (ToP) pathway is now live on HealthPathways, providing GPs with clear guidance on referral to the central intake Termination of Pregnancy service in Northern NSW. The pathway outlines gestation-based timeframes from referral to appointment and procedure, including options for medical and surgical ToP, telehealth availability, service levels required, and escalation
