Primary Care Connect

23/02/2026

Struggling with alcohol or other drugs, in or around Numurkah?
You’re not the only one — and support is closer than you think.

Primary Care Connect is providing AOD outreach locally, with thanks to our friends at NCN Health for providing us the space.

The next Outreach clinic in Numurkah is being held today from the Numurkah hospital, and is available each Tuesday from the hospital.
✔ Free
✔ Confidential
✔ No pressure
✔ Real support
Take the first step — we’re here to walk alongside you. To learn more head to the web page below - and to secure an appointment please contact us on 5823 3200.
https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Services/Alcohol-and-Other-Drugs/Alcohol-Other-Drugs-Main-Page

NCN Health

Primary Care Connect provides a range of programs aimed at supporting people using alcohol or other substances, as well as providing support to families and loved ones.

22/02/2026

Come along to a FREE financial session THIS WEDNESDAY at Avenel Library.

Our Financial Support Workers will share simple ways to feel more confident with your money. Find more details on the social tile.

📍Avenel Library
📆Wednesday 25th February
🕚2pm

Everyone can attend and no booking is required. For questions, phone Primary Care Connect on 5823 3200 and ask for Rod.

Goulburn Valley Libraries

19/02/2026

FRIDAY'S JOB BOARD 📌

Looking for a job that’s more than “just a job”?🤔
Join Primary Care Connect and contribute to the health and wellbeing of our community. 💙
(Yes, we’re hiring!)

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
- AOD Care Recovery Coordination and Intensive Support Clinician
- Business Analyst
- Disaster Recovery Financial Counsellor
- Family Drug Support Worker
- Youth Support Worker

Further details, and the application process can be found here:
👉https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Careers/Current-Vacancies

Check out the latest career opportunities with Primary Care Connect, the largest community health provider in the Goulburn and Murray regions! Take your career to the next level with Primary Care Connect - caring for community for over 30 years.

19/02/2026

Everybody... we are pleased to introduce Kelly🥳

Kelly became a part of Primary Care Connect in 2023, stepping in as an Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) clinician. She then transitioned into a leadership role as the Manager of Community Services before taking on the position of Manager of AOD.

Currently, Kelly oversees all AOD teams and the Emergency Response Support Program.

🤩Fun Fact: Kelly loves horse riding, camping, and cooking for others.

For more information about our Alcohol and Other Drugs programs, please see the comment box below👇👇

17/02/2026

Recognising how your gambling and alcohol use are linked can help you understand why you’re struggling with your gambling and work out what type of support you may need.

Consider signing up for voluntary pre-commitments or placing limits on the betting apps ahead of time. Making these decisions once you’ve already had something to drink can be very difficult, so planning in advance is always key.

For more support on this topic or any gambling issue you might want to talk about, call Gambler’s Help 1800 858 858 or visit gamblershelp.com.au/avoid-bet-regret/

Gambler's Help

16/02/2026

Last Friday on a bright and sunny, albeit cold morning, our community came together in Shepparton to mark the 18th anniversary of the National Apology delivered by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on 13 February 2008.

The Apology Breakfast, hosted by the Shepparton Region Reconciliation Action Group, was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the significance of the Apology to the Stolen Generations and to recommit ourselves to truth, healing and reconciliation.

It is fantastic to see the crowd continue to grow, as our communities walk alongside First Nations peoples in the spirit of respect, recognition and genuine reconciliation. 🖤💛❤️

The event was attended by a group of Executives, Managers and staff from Primary Care Connect.

15/02/2026

Struggling with alcohol or other drugs, in or around Numurkah?
You’re not the only one — and support is closer than you think.

Primary Care Connect is providing AOD outreach locally, with thanks to our friends at NCN Health for providing us the space.
The next Outreach clinic in Numurkah is being held tomorrow from the Numurkah hospital, and is available each Tuesday from the hospital.

✔ Free
✔ Confidential
✔ No pressure
✔ Real support

Take the first step — we’re here to walk alongside you. To learn more head to the web page below - and to secure an appointment please contact us on 5823 3200.

https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Services/Alcohol-and-Other-Drugs/Alcohol-Other-Drugs-Main-Page

NCN Health

Primary Care Connect provides a range of programs aimed at supporting people using alcohol or other substances, as well as providing support to families and loved ones.

12/02/2026

Q: Why did the calendar go to the doctor?...🤔
A: It felt like it's days were numbered.📆🫢

👉 Regular health checks help you stay ahead of potential issues — prevention is powerful.

Our Community Paramedic team (CP@) offers FREE health checks to people aged 18 and over. Our team is out and about throughout community - providing health checks at the places you go!

Our next clinic is being held this coming Monday, with thanks to our friends at Neighbourhood House Murchison Inc. for providing us the space. Mondays clinic will operate from 9am - 11am.

Check out the information below for all locations, dates and times. You are not a calendar, and with the right preventions in place your days are not numbered.

10/02/2026

When you mix drinking and gambling, you may notice that you:
🚨drink more than you intended to
💵 spend more money on gambling than you can afford
💰stay at a gambling venue for longer than you planned
😡 feel moody, angry or irritable.
😔experience feelings of shame and regret the next day.

Drinking makes it harder to stick to your limits. Alcohol lowers your inhibitions and clouds your judgement. You might feel overconfident, ignore warning signs, and take bigger risks. You might gamble for longer, spend more than you planned,
and chase losses you wouldn’t otherwise.

For more support on this topic or any gambling issue you might want to talk about, call Gambler’s Help 1800 858 858 or visit gamblershelp.com.au/avoid-bet-regret/.

Gambler's Help

09/02/2026

Breaking Free from Drugs and Alcohol: Patrick’s Journey to Recovery 🍀💜

👉 At the age of 23, life was looking and feeling pretty bleak for Patrick Maggs. Struggling with harmful alcohol use, carrying unresolved trauma, and unsure where to turn, Patrick found himself at a crossroads. What changed everything was one brave decision — reaching out for help.

Patrick's story is one of unwavering strength and we couldn't be more proud of him for taking ownership of his life, dealing with unresolved traumas that led to substance use and abuse.

We encourage you to read the full story here:👇
https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Whats-On/Client-Testimonials

Patrick wanted to share his story to show other young people that change is possible, that you can heal and recover and lead a happy, healthy and fulfilling life. Now reunited with his daughter and giving back to community, Patrick's story is a testament to what can be achieved with the right mindset and support.

Pictured is Patrick Maggs, along with our Youth Outreach Worker, Ashlee.

DO YOU WANT HELP?
We are here to support, not judge. And our services are free of charge. To access our Alcohol and Other Drugs programs, hit the link in the comments below.

06/02/2026

JOB BOARD FRIDAYS 📌

We’re hiring! 💙 Join Primary Care Connect as an AOD Care Recovery Coordination & Intensive Support Clinician and make a real difference supporting people on their recovery journey. Apply now!

👉https://www.primarycareconnect.com.au/Careers/Current-Vacancies

05/02/2026

Everybody… please meet Michael (otherwise known as Mikka)!🥳🙌

Michael joined Primary Care Connect in 2022 as Executive Assistant to the CEO and Executive team. It didn’t take long for him to become a pivotal part of the broader PCC team. While Michael goes about his work quietly and with minimal fuss, his contribution has been immense. He has played key roles in major projects, including our Reconciliation Action Plan and several strategic initiatives.
Today, we’re delighted to introduce Michael in his new role as Manager of Healthy Communities at Primary Care Connect.

What is Healthy Communities?🤔
As Manager of Healthy Communities, Michael oversees our programs and supports teams across the following areas:
✅ Gym team
✅ Health Promotion team
✅ Aboriginal Health Coach
✅ Community Paramedic team
✅ Women’s Health Clinic
✅ Nursing and Allied Health (including Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Diabetes Education, Osteopathy and Pulmonary Rehabilitation)
✅ Refugee Health team
✅ Needle Syringe Program (NSP)
✅ Distress Support Service (Partnership with Mind Aus)

A long-standing member of the local community and a proud dad to a young family, Michael is passionate about empowering people to live their healthiest lives. He’d love to connect with anyone in the community who has questions about PCC’s free health programs.

😆Fun fact: Michael likes to stay fit by consistently going to the gym and has competed in the Hyrox race three times 💪

Please join us in congratulating Michael on his new role!👏

More information on our Healthy Communities programs can be found here 👇