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Suicide prevention programs receive $900 000 boost via PHNs pitch night events

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) held two Pitch Nights this month, showcasing pitches from four local suicide prevention organisations and allowing participants to pledge funding for those they feel best meet the needs of the community. Read more here.

Posted inHealth, Local News, News

New Health Hub headed for Glen Innes

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

Glen Innes has been identified as the preferred site a for a new four-year pilot Health Hub program, aimed to attract more medical professionals to the bush and improve patient access. 

Posted inHealth, Local News, News

More tools for local doctors to provide a sustainable and thriving healthcare sector

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

Doctor viability has been an area of concern nationwide but now there is a new initiative launching this month to help.

Posted inHealth, News

Single Employer Model delivers more GPs and ED doctors for the New England

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

Progress is being made on the rollout of the single employer GP model, with Tamworth and Armidale hospitals identified as initial trial sites. 

Posted inHealth, News

Cash for new doctors

by News DeskSeptember 17, 2025

The Primary Health Network has announced grants to help get more doctors to the New England and surrounding areas.

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