Healthy Towns Woolgoolga: February Update

February has been busy in Maclean for Healthy Towns, with projects funded and many plans being finalised. Read on to find out about some of the initiatives we have progressed so far. Local Advisory Group The Woolgoolga Local Advisory Group had their second meeting at the end of January. The group convened to review the

Healthy Towns Casino: February Update

The February focus for Healthy Towns in Casino has been all about Youth and getting active. Read on to find out some of the fantastic initiatives that are progressing. Breakfast at the Oaks Centre The Oaks Centre is currently being developed into a vibrant community hub in North Casino, led by Momentum Collective. The Centre

Healthy Towns Maclean: February Update

February has been busy in Maclean for Healthy Towns, with projects funded and many plans being finalised. Read on to find out about some of the initiatives we have progressed so far. Local Advisory Group The February meeting of the Local Advisory Group was held on 26 February 2019. Senior Project Officer Carolyn Ardler announced

Dementia Awareness for CALD Communities

Moving Pictures is a project by the National Ageing Research Institute which aims to raise awareness about dementia for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Moving Pictures has co-produced 15 short films with people from Hindi-, Tamil-, Mandarin-, Cantonese- and Arabic-speaking communities. The films feature stories from carers of people living with dementia,

Online Booking for BreastScreen Now Available

An online booking function for BreastScreen is now available. This allows any woman in NSW aged over 40 to make a booking online. Click here to book an appointment.

Scoping a Shared Care Model for Allergy

The National Allergy Strategy is scoping a shared care model for allergic conditions. They are inviting patients and carers to participate in an online survey asking about experiences when accessing allergy services. Click here to access the survey. The surveys takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. All responses will remain anonymous. The survey closes on Wednesday

Healthy Towns January Updates

Busting Myths About Family History and Breast Cancer Risk

Did you know that 9 out of 10 women who develop breast cancer do not have a family history? Breast screening is important for all women aged 50-74, regardless of whether they have a family history of breast cancer. The best way to treat cancer is to find it early. If you’re over 50, call

$10 Million to Boost Bowel Cancer Screening Participation

The Australian Government will invest $10 million in an advertising blitz to boost participation in the free and life-saving National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. Cancer Council Australia will use TV, radio, social media and outdoor advertising throughout 2019 to help people better understand the benefits of bowel cancer screening and encourage more people to participate

Healthy Towns Maclean: January Update

It has been a busy couple of months for Healthy Towns Maclean. Read on to find out about some of the initiatives we have progressed so far. Gulmarrad Gatherings On Saturday 8 December, Gulmarrad Gatherings commenced.  The inaugural event saw the unveiling of a community library and launch of a book swap. Residents were invited

Healthy Towns Evans Head: January Update

Evans Head has progressed plans for a Community Connector. Read on to find out more. Healthy Towns Community Connector Healthy Towns will fund a Community Connector to be located in Evans Head in 2019. The Community Connector will support the implementation of local networking and volunteering events, health education and service navigation. A Request for

Healthy Towns Casino: January Update

The last couple of months have been a period of collaboration and co-design for Healthy Towns in Casino. New partnerships were formed to support youth activities and funding was provided to boost community transport. Read on for more details. Outdoor Gym Equipment Classes Throughout December, Healthy Towns partnered with the Northern NSW Local Health District