Central Coast Health

Central Coast Health Public hospital and community health care for people on the Central Coast of NSW.

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) provides high-quality public healthcare to the Central Coast community, working towards our vision of delivering exceptional timely care in the right place, for every patient, every time. Our work is achieved through a network of hospitals, healthcare centres and other community-based services, driven by dedicated clinicians and support staff, all working together to ensure people can receive quality, patient-centred healthcare when and where they need it. Our strategic priorities are focussed on caring for our patients, community, staff, resources and future. We encourage contributions to the page however content is moderated to remove inappropriate posts. Please read NSW Health's Community Guidelines before posting: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/social/Pages/community-guidelines.aspx

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08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating the amazing women working at Central Coast Local Health District and the contribution they make to our community.

Dr Amy Birtwistle is a Staff Specialist in palliative care and Director of Physician Education at Wyong Hospital. She was a Staff Member of the Year finalist at our 2025 Caring for the Coast Awards.

Amy is committed to providing palliative care that is focused on dignity, comfort and support for patients and their families. Her colleagues say that she inspires those around her to lead with empathy and kindness, creating an environment of respect and inclusivity.

Amy says, “I’m passionate about building a positive culture and we can all make a difference by being kinder and more compassionate in the way we treat each other.”

♥👏Thank you, Amy, for everything you do, caring for our community.

Need a little extra support with your baby or toddler? We’re here for you!Family Care Centres in Gosford and Wyong offer...
07/03/2026

Need a little extra support with your baby or toddler? We’re here for you!

Family Care Centres in Gosford and Wyong offer FREE, friendly support for families with children 0–5 years.

👶 Sleep & settling
🍼 Feeding support (breast or bottle)
🥣 Starting solids
🧡 Behaviour support (tantrums, fussy eating and more)
🌼Emotional wellbeing for parents
🤱 Infant mental health

Our caring child and family health nurses and social workers are ready to help you feel more confident and supported.

Who can access the service?

Everyone is welcome! You can self-refer or your GP or health worker can refer you.

📞 Call our Perinatal Intake Line: 4328 7901

Find out more: https://www.cclhd.health.nsw.gov.au/services/children-services/child-and-family-health/family-care-centres/

Are you a primary or high school teacher on the Central Coast? Ready to grow your confidence and build new, evidence-inf...
05/03/2026

Are you a primary or high school teacher on the Central Coast?

Ready to grow your confidence and build new, evidence-informed approaches to teaching about wellbeing, food, movement and body awareness?

The Central Coast Health Promotion Service is hosting a FREE professional learning event - the perfect chance to elevate your practice.

👇Event details for primary and high school teachers:
https://www.healthpromotion.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Schools-Physical-Activity-Health-and-Wellbeing-in-Action.pdf

👇A workshop is also available for early childhood education centre staff:
https://www.healthpromotion.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Munch-Move-Term-1-Workshop-2026-Flyer-10.pdf

Check out the heart of NSW Health! We're so proud of Jess, Mitch and Hayley who represented Central Coast Local Health D...
03/03/2026

Check out the heart of NSW Health! We're so proud of Jess, Mitch and Hayley who represented Central Coast Local Health District at the Sydney Mardi Gras parade on Saturday.

Jess said it was an amazing night with many highlights, “There was no rain on this parade! There were hearts everywhere. I loved meeting so many different people and dancing down Oxford Street with my NSW Health colleagues,” said Jess.

Thank you and well done to everyone involved ❤🏳️‍🌈

We’re looking for children and young people who can share their ideas and help us make health care better.We want to hea...
27/02/2026

We’re looking for children and young people who can share their ideas and help us make health care better.

We want to hear from kids and teenagers aged 7–18 who have had any experience with the health system, such as:

• being a patient
• having a family member who received care
• visiting a hospital or health service.

We are holding two fun, interactive workshops at Wyong Central Community Health Centre on Friday 27 March.

🕘Primary school workshop for ages 7-12: 9am-11am
🕛High school workshop for ages 13-18: 12pm-3 pm

Participants will receive a thank you gift card.

To find out more and express an interest in participating, visit:

https://www.cclhd.health.nsw.gov.au/patients-and-visitors/your-rights-and-responsibilities/child-safe-standards/

Applications close Friday 6 March.

Look out for Jess at this weekend’s Mardi Gras parade!Jess is our Diversity and Inclusion Manager and will march with th...
25/02/2026

Look out for Jess at this weekend’s Mardi Gras parade!

Jess is our Diversity and Inclusion Manager and will march with the NSW Health float this weekend. After watching Mardi Gras for many years, she can’t wait to be part of the amazing celebrations. Go Jess! 🫶

This wonderful group of motivated high school students has taken an early step into careers in health by joining our Abo...
24/02/2026

This wonderful group of motivated high school students has taken an early step into careers in health by joining our Aboriginal School-based Traineeship Program (SBAT).

Over the next two years, they’ll spend one day a week working in our hospitals, gaining practical experience while completing their studies through TAFE NSW. They will be supported by our staff and mentors from our community partner, Bara Barang.

It’s a great opportunity for the students to explore their interests, build confidence and develop real skills in a supportive environment.

This program plays an important part in shaping our future workforce and helping ensure our community continues to be cared for by knowledgeable and committed people for years to come. We’re proud to support them as they begin their journey.

Many of these SBAT opportunities are funded through the Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant, which is designed to support Aboriginal people to access employment and career development pathways in the NSW Public Sector and contributes to broader efforts in Closing the Gap.

You can learn more about the grant program here:
https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-peoples/programs-and-initiatives/elsa-dixon-aboriginal-employment-grant

🙌💕A big thank you to Gosford Hospital Auxiliary for their donation of two new pieces of equipment for our Respiratory In...
23/02/2026

🙌💕A big thank you to Gosford Hospital Auxiliary for their donation of two new pieces of equipment for our Respiratory Investigation Unit.

💨New niche spirometer
This device helps our team check how well a patient’s lungs are working before surgery and allows us to monitor respiratory conditions over time. These tests are vital to keeping patients safe and ensuring they get the right care at the right moment.

😴 Variable positive airway pressure machine
Used in our Sleep Study Unit, this machine automatically measures and adjusts the air pressure a patient needs to keep their airways open while they sleep. This assists with diagnosing and treating sleep related breathing issues.

We’re incredibly grateful to Gosford Hospital Auxiliary for their ongoing commitment to supporting our patients, staff and services.

We are conducting a survey to help us better understand how our community uses local health services for older people, a...
21/02/2026

We are conducting a survey to help us better understand how our community uses local health services for older people, and what services will be needed in the future.

The information you share will help us develop our services and plan for the future.

Please complete the short survey to share your thoughts: https://forms.office.com/r/zG0S0xUvmU

The survey will close on Wednesday 4 March at 5pm.

Today on World Mental Health Nurses’ Day, we’re celebrating our wonderful mental health nurses, including Alannah and Kr...
19/02/2026

Today on World Mental Health Nurses’ Day, we’re celebrating our wonderful mental health nurses, including Alannah and Kristy, who have shared their reflections on the profession.

“Mental health nursing is a privilege. People allow us into the most vulnerable chapters of their lives and that trust should never be taken lightly. Small moments like listening, sitting with someone, and showing kindness can make a lasting difference,” Alannah said.

“Being able to listen when someone is going through one of the hardest moments of their life is very impactful. Sometimes it’s not about fixing anything, it’s about being present, validating their experience and helping them feel seen, heard and supported.”

For Kristy, creating a safe space for someone in crisis is one of the most meaningful aspects of mental health nursing.

“Being present, listening without judgement, validating a person’s experience and offering calm, consistent support. Those moments of connection can significantly influence a person’s recovery trajectory,” Kristy said.

“Mental health challenges touch everyone in some way. Recovery is possible, though it looks different for everyone. Mental health nursing requires a specialised combination of clinical expertise, trauma informed thinking, emotional intelligence and collaboration.”

Thank you to Alannah, Kristy and all mental health nurses for the important work you do every day supporting people experiencing mental illness.

The P1 Hospital Road entry at Gosford Hospital will be temporarily closed from Monday 23 February to Friday 6 March whil...
19/02/2026

The P1 Hospital Road entry at Gosford Hospital will be temporarily closed from Monday 23 February to Friday 6 March while we complete essential driveway works.

During this time, patients and visitors may access P1 via the Level 3 Ambulance Road entry (via Holden Street) and all staff must use the P2 car park.

Thank you for your understanding while we complete these important works.

18/02/2026

Our 2026 GradStarts have just started their first year as registered nurses and midwives - so we asked them to sum up their how they're feeling about the year ahead in one word.

From excited to nervous, hopeful to ready, this group is stepping into their careers with courage and we're behind them every step of the way!

Welcome to Central Coast Health 💙

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Gosford, NSW
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https://www.cclhd.health.nsw.gov.au/contact/, https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/social

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