Western NSW PHN

10/12/2025

Like many young people, Adam felt uncertain about his future. 🤷‍♂️

With the support of headspace Outreach Program (hOP), Adam built confidence through goal planning, overcame setbacks, and took positive steps towards his future.

💻 Read Adam's story and how hOP is supporting young people in Western NSW at our website.

🔗 wnswphn.org.au/navigating-uncertainty-supporting-young-people-with-lifes-milestones/

The headspace Outreach Program is operated by Marathon Health. This Program is supported by funding from Western NSW Primary Health Network through the Australian Government’s PHN Program.

09/12/2025

🩺 The Nurse Re-entry Program supports your return to nursing after 5-10 years with a paid, supervised placement in general practice.

The program can connect you with culturally safe placements and support in your local community.

💻 Expressions of interest are open now - find out more nbmphn.com.au/nurse-re-entry

08/12/2025

One ember can end it.

Create your fire plan today at 🔗 www.myfireplan.com.au

WNSW PHN is here to support disaster management for communities in Western & Far West NSW.

👉 Visit our website to find more information and support during bushfire season.

🔗 wnswphn.org.au/disaster-support/



https://youtu.be/4koylnJLskI?si=XPFIkGXNfedcOBAv

Preparing your home can make a big difference. Start your fire plan now at myfireplan.com.au

05/12/2025

Fire in our landscape.

What does this mean for you? Look around the environment where you live and work. Consider the specific bushfire risks you face based on your location.

Are you living or working close to bushland?

Are there any large, grassy paddocks or reserves nearby?

What does your landscaping look like? Are there large trees with overhanging branches or unstable objects on the property?

👀 Where to look for bushfire warnings
‘Hazards Near Me’ app 🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
RFS ‘Fires Near Me’ website 🔗 www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me
ABC Local Radio 🔗 www.abc.net.au/local

📞 Who to call in a bushfire emergency
Tiple Zero ☎ 000
NSW RFS Bushfire Information Line ☎ 1800 679 737
State Emergency Service (SES) ☎ 132 500

WNSW PHN is here to support disaster management for communities in Western & Far West NSW.

👉 Visit our website to find more information and support during bushfire season.
🔗 wnswphn.org.au/disaster-support/

04/12/2025

🩺 Thinking about returning to nursing?

The Nurse Re-entry Program supports nurses who have been out of the nursing workforce for 5-10 years with a paid, supervised placement in general practice. We’ll help you meet Nurse and Midwifery Board of Australia requirements and get back to the job you love.

💻 Expressions of interest are open now - find out more nbmphn.com.au/nurse-re-entry

02/12/2025

Today, 3 December, is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).

Today is a day to raise community awareness, understanding and acceptance of the 5.5 million people with disability in Australia.

Be part of creating an inclusive and diverse community.

Learn more at idpwd.com.au

01/12/2025

Have you downloaded the Hazards Near Me app? 🤳

Hazards Near Me shows current information about local emergencies, including bushfire, and advice on what to do to stay safe. The app is free and can send you push notifications when there are new incidents or when information changes.

📲 Download the Hazards Near Me app here: 🔗 https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app

WNSW PHN is here to support disaster management for communities in Western & Far West NSW.

👉 Visit our website to find more information and support during bushfire season.

🔗 wnswphn.org.au/disaster-support/

01/12/2025

FREE advice and connection to the right support.

Anyone in Australia can call Medicare Mental Health for free mental health, social and emotional wellbeing support that is specific to your needs and goals.

Whether you’re seeking help, looking for advice, or supporting someone you care about, Medicare Mental Health are there for you.

Call Medicare Mental Health on 1800 595 212 to speak with a trained professional and peer worker that can connect you with mental health and wellbeing support.

Find out more at https://bit.ly/s26-medicare-mental-health

You can call the phone service between 8:30am to 5:00pm weekdays (excl. public holidays). Medicare Mental Health is not a crisis service. If you or someone you care for is in need of immediate assistance you can contact the below 24/7 crisis support services:

Lifeline 📞 Call 13 11 14 (24/7) or Chat online at lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/ (24/7)
Kids Helpline 📞 Call 1800 55 1800 (24/7) or Chat online at kidshelpline.com.au/get-help/webchat-counselling
13YARN 📞 Call 13 92 76 (24/7)

28/11/2025

Don’t forget about the upcoming Dying to Know Day event in Bathurst next week!

Dying to Know Day Bathurst 🕊

📅 Tuesday, 2 December
⏰10am – 2:30pm AEDT
📍The Oxford Hotel, 170 William St, Bathurst
☕Morning tea and light lunch provided
Please RSVP: https://wnswphn.snapforms.com.au/.../d2kday-bathurst...

More info below ⤵️

Dying to Know Day Bathurst 🕊

Dying to Know is a national campaign to inspire you to begin to prepare for the inevitable, not with fear, but with purpose, love, and a sense of legacy.

Join us in Bathurst to learn more about Grief Counselling, Advance Care Planning, Carer Gateway and more.

📅 Tuesday 2 December 2025
⏰ 10am - 2:30pm
📍The Oxford Hotel Bathurst, 170 William St, Bathurst
☕ Morning tea & light lunch provided

Please RSVP:
https://wnswphn.snapforms.com.au/form/d2kday-bathurst-registration-form

The secret I’m glad to share 🔗 dyingtoknow.au

Western NSW Local Health District Carer Gateway Central West Women's Health Centre End of life Doulas - Preparing the Way

28/11/2025

The WNSW PHN team had a wonderful time with community and services at the Dying to Know Day event in Orange earlier this month.

Dying to Know is a national campaign to inspire people to begin to prepare for the inevitable, not with fear, but with purpose, love, and a sense of legacy.

The event in Orange facilitated important conversations about end-of-life planning. It was an opportunity for community to learn and connect with local services. Attendees left feeling more confident about preparing for what matters most.

Thank you to all services for your collaboration and contribution making a successful day, and thank you to all community members who showed up and took the opportunity to learn.

Don’t forget about the upcoming Dying to Know Day event in Bathurst next week!

Dying to Know Day Bathurst 🕊
📅 Tuesday, 2 December
⏰10am – 2:30pm AEDT
📍The Oxford Hotel, 170 William St, Bathurst
☕Morning tea and light lunch provided
Please RSVP: https://wnswphn.snapforms.com.au/form/d2kday-bathurst-registration-form?fbclid=IwY2xjawOUsL5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxM2xUMnJWejZiTE9lTXhDc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtoRXGZaWPhPQq_Yf_Pag724LDI5qcsMH4neD8cfinXGPX61B74OnyUzTbfg_aem_OI33JnJR9-Bh-AuAQRBIhQ

WNSW PHN is your link to local health and wellbeing events.

👉 Visit our website to see upcoming events in our region. 🔗 wnswphn.org.au/events-training/

NALAG NSW | Carer Gateway | End of life Doulas - Preparing the Way

27/11/2025

Know the Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS).

Fire Danger Ratings give you an indication of the consequences of a fire, if one was to start.

You can check current Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans in your area here: 🔗 https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fdr-and-tobans

WNSW PHN is here to support disaster management for communities in Western & Far West NSW.

👉 Visit our website to find more information and support during bushfire season. 🔗 wnswphn.org.au/disaster-support/

26/11/2025

Know the bushfire alert levels.

If there is a fire in your area you will find its alert level on the NSW RFS website and in the ‘Hazards Near Me’ app. You need to keep track of the alert level so you know what you should do.

👀 Where to look for bushfire warnings
‘Hazards Near Me’ app 🔗 www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/hazards-near-me-app
RFS ‘Fires Near Me’ website 🔗 www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/fires-near-me
ABC Local Radio 🔗 www.abc.net.au/local

📞 Who to call in a bushfire emergency
Tiple Zero ☎ 000
NSW RFS Bushfire Information Line ☎ 1800 679 737
State Emergency Service (SES) ☎ 132 500

WNSW PHN is here to support disaster management for communities in Western & Far West NSW.

👉 Visit our website to find more information and support during bushfire season.
🔗 wnswphn.org.au/disaster-support/