Better Access initiative changes from 1 November 2025

Better Access initiative changes from 1 November 2025

Changes will be made to the Better Access initiative for psychiatrists, psychologists and GPs through the Medicare Benefits Schedule, from...
28 October 2025

Local GP emphasises importance of ‘immunisation heroes’

Vaccines are safe, effective and essential. This is Elderslie GP, Dr Matthew Gray’s message to the community as South Western...
27 October 2025

Looking back and to the future, SWSPHN celebrates a successful year at annual showcase

SWSPHN’s annual showcase last Thursday (24 October), looked back on how we’ve improved health outcomes in South Western Sydney since...
27 October 2025
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Outgoing Chair looks back on decade of growth and impact

Perseverance. “Take a moment to look back and realise the change you make in a year may not be obvious,...
23 October 2025

Bankstown Medicare Urgent Care Clinic welcomes first paramedic to the team

In a milestone moment for Medicare Urgent Care in Australia, the Bankstown clinic has welcomed a paramedic into their team....
21 October 2025

Share your ideas for recruiting and retaining practice nurses in South Western Sydney

Expressions of Interest open – Nurse Focus Group   Are you passionate about practice nursing? SWSPHN is seeking expressions of interest...
20 October 2025
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New centre delivers accessible mental health support to Campbelltown community

South Western Sydney welcomed the official opening of Australia’s 50th Medicare Mental Health Centre – a new service at Campbelltown...
17 October 2025
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ANSC skills day delivers expert-led training for GPs

Recognised Antenatal Shared Care providers were given the opportunity for hands-on experience at an ANSC Skills Day presented by SWSPHN...
14 October 2025

How GPs support postnatal mental health in new parents

GPs play a crucial role in supporting parents’ postnatal mental health as they are often the first point of contact...
14 October 2025
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Building health literacy together across South Western Sydney

At SWSPHN, we know health literacy is more than reading a brochure or navigating a website. It’s about empowering everyone...
08 October 2025
Building health literacy together across South Western Sydney