Hunter Primary Care

24/11/2025

Is your child experiencing ongoing learning or behavioural difficulties? Or perhaps you're an adult seeking clarity around ADHD or autism?
We offer evidence-based psychological assessments with no waitlist. Our assessments are designed to provide the insight and support you need to move forward with confidence.
📘 ADHD
📘 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
📘 Cognitive and learning assessments
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YcMqO9

22/11/2025

This week our team attended Sip with Soul and enjoyed a heart-warming evening of great food, conversation and connection with the incredible people behind this important community space ✨
We were lucky enough to catch up with long-time supporters Kiwanis Club of Newcastle -Australia, alongside the wonderful Soul Hub Newcastle team. Kiwanis Newcastle has been involved since the early Soul Kitchen days and continues to champion their work.
We deeply value our partnership through the Soul Clinic, where we see firsthand the difference this support and compassion makes in the lives of vulnerable people across our community.
We are proud to stand alongside organisations and volunteers who are creating meaningful change every day.

21/11/2025

Our dietitians, nurses and Aboriginal health workers recently attended an interactive and informative Diabetes Update Day.
Proudly presented by the Diabetes Alliance Program Plus (DAP+) and the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network, the event featured a range of expert speakers from Hunter New England Local Health District, creating a fantastic space for shared learning and collaboration.
Our team took part in hands-on round-table sessions covering continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) interpretation, medication updates, podiatry and a remarkable presentation from leading experts on weight stigma. We even had the opportunity to sample the latest technology in diabetes monitoring, giving our staff valuable, practical insight into emerging tools that support better client care.
🙌 We love supporting ongoing professional development, giving our staff opportunities to learn, grow and connect with local stakeholders for stronger client outcomes.

12/11/2025

🌿 We are proud to acknowledge our Aboriginal Health Worker, Lukkas, who presented at the 2025 Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing Conference this week.
Delivered by the Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing Network, part of the NSW Health Agency for Clinical Innovation in partnership with the AH&MRC of NSW, the conference brought together healthcare professionals across NSW to celebrate success, showcase innovation, and strengthen connectedness across Aboriginal health sectors.
The conference celebrated leadership and growth in Aboriginal health, with all presentations by First Nations workers. In his first-ever conference presentation, Lukkas shared inspiring insights on health, social and emotional wellbeing, highlighting our community-led Shared Health Appointments innovation.
The feedback from attendees was resounding - an incredible achievement for Lukkas and the entire Shared Health Appointments team on such meaningful work! 🌟

10/11/2025

Today, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we pause to remember and honour the courage, service and sacrifice of all who have served, and continue to serve, our country
Please join us in a minute’s silence to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of their bravery.
Lest we forget.

08/11/2025

📣 Professional Development Spotlight
We’re proud to support our team in building leadership capability to lead through change and complexity. Ashley, our Strategic Growth and Business Development Manager, is currently undertaking the Leadership Strategy for Organisational Transformation Course with Centre for Continuing Education - gaining valuable tools to lead with purpose, influence and strategic impact.
At Hunter Primary Care, we are committed to growing leadership at every level to drive better outcomes for our people and communities.

06/11/2025

Meet our new NDIS Dietitian, Sam.
Sam is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with additional qualifications in Sports and Paediatric Nutrition and Dietetics. She has experience working in both public hospital and private practice settings.
Sam takes the time to get to know each person, offering tailored and practical strategies to support their individual goals. She believes nutrition shouldn't be complicated and is passionate about delivering information in a way that is clear, realistic and suited to each person's needs. Sam has a particular interest in working with children and families - helping to expand food variety, manage allergies and support healthy growth and development.

05/11/2025

☎️ Have you saved our new number yet?
GP Access After Hours has been caring for the Hunter community for over 25 years, and is 100% bulk billed for Medicare eligible patients.
Our new contact number is (02) 4926 0500.
🔗Visit www.gpaccess.com.au for more information.

05/11/2025

Long waitlists shouldn’t delay the support you or your child need. We provide comprehensive psychological assessments for children aged 6 and up and adults.
Whether it’s ADHD, autism, cognitive or learning challenges, our team offers thorough, person-centred assessments to help you access the right supports.
📅Book now and skip the wait: https://bit.ly/3YcMqO9

04/11/2025

Last month, the Headspace Newcastle team welcomed headspace CEO Jason Trethowan to their centre. As the lead agency for headspace Newcastle, our CEO Keith Drinkwater and Board Chair Richard Anicich AM were proud to join Jason for conversations with our Youth Reference Group, Advisory Board and dedicated staff.
It was a great opportunity to reflect on the positive impact headspace Newcastle continues to have on young people’s mental health and wellbeing and to discuss how we can keep strengthening local support for our community.

A week or so ago, we had the pleasure of a visit from CEO of headspace Jason Trethrowan. It's amazing to have a CEO who takes the time to visit all of the 170 headspace centres throughout Australia and chat about the specific opportunities and challenges that each centre faces. Jason met with our Youth Reference Group, staff lead agency CEO and members of our Advisory board.
We'll be catching up with Jason again at the next headspace conference!
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03/11/2025

At Hunter Primary Care we recognise you, we respect who you are and what your individuality, skills, experience and talents can bring to the team. It’s your journey, grow with us!
We are currently seeking a Respiratory Nurse Care Coordinator to join our team. This is a unique temporary part-time opportunity to deliver patient-centred care to clients with chronic respiratory conditions in Muswellbrook.
What can we offer?
✅ Professional development and ongoing training opportunities
✅ Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
✅ A flexible, supportive work environment.
📚 Read more about the role and apply https://bit.ly/4oHIiAa

03/11/2025

Our NDIS team has been nominated for the Making Footprints 2025 Accessible Futures Contemporary Practice Award! 🎉
This award recognises NDIS workers and organisations that demonstrate exceptional innovation - thinking outside the box and leading the way in creating positive change for participants and the wider disability community. It celebrates fresh, forward-thinking approaches to leadership, management and service delivery.
We’re absolutely thrilled by this nomination, which acknowledges the incredible work our NDIS team continues to do every day.