New opportunity: Evaluation of the Primary Care Impact Grants program
Pictured: Primary Care Impact Grant Round 2 awardee PKG Medical in Tweed Heads. Assoc. Prof. Chris Ifediora, Kara Rumsey RN, Claire Carpentar RN, Jemima Hatherly EN. Healthy North Coast is seeking a suitably qualified evaluation partner to help shape the future of community-led primary care innovation across the region. This provider will have the
Supporting patients with eating disorders in general practice
The InsideOut GP Hub is a groundbreaking, evidence-based resource designed to support GPs in the optimal management of people living with eating disorders, from early detection to treatment, and beyond. Created with GPs, for GPs and co-designed with lived experience, it provides practical, pointof-care guidance for use in everyday consultations This interactive webinar introduces GPs
2026 Living Well Expo: Celebrating carers, disability and ageing in Coffs Harbour
The Living Well Expo is all about bringing people together. It’s a welcoming space for older people, people with disability, and their carers, to connect, feel supported, and discover opportunities to improve health and social wellbeing. With more than 50 information stalls, the Expo provides easy access to local services and community organisations that support
Share your thoughts: Community-led Safe Space in Wardell
Wardell Neighbourhood Centre has recently been endorsed to progress the establishment of a Community-led Safe Space, with the support and guidance of Roses in the Ocean. This initiative is part of a national effort to strengthen non-clinical, peer-led responses for people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal distress, grief, and loss. Community-led Safe Spaces are designed to
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Lismore introduces groundbreaking robotic surgery technology
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Lismore has become the first regional private hospital in New South Wales, and only the second hospital in Australia, to introduce the Medbot TOUMAI® Surgical Robotic System. The arrival of this advanced robotic technology represents a major leap forward in surgical care for the Northern Rivers, allowing highly complex procedures to
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
