You can now get free health information and expert advice anywhere in Australia, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422).

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network has received overwhelmingly positive feedback following the 2026 Nurse Immunisation Update series. 

Anyone with a Medicare now pays less for their Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) prescription medicines, with the Australian Government lowering the maximum patient cost of PBS medicines.

Deniliquin‑based rural generalist Dr Rachel James has joined the MPHN Board, bringing extensive experience across general practice, hospital care and medical training in the Murrumbidgee.

Residents living with severe and complex mental health needs across the Murrumbidgee region are expected to benefit from a new multidisciplinary mental health program, with MPHN today announcing a tender opportunity. 

Women in the Murrumbidgee can now access specialised endometriosis and pelvic pain care locally, with the new Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic open and taking bookings in Wagga Wagga this week. 

The RACGP’s Mentoring Program offers an exciting opportunity for fellowed general practitioners (GPs) in the early stages of their career to build a relationship with a seasoned GP.

Australians will soon have better and faster access to key health information through My Health Record, with changes being rolled out to make more pathology and diagnostic imaging reports available in one place.

Community members in Batlow and Tumbarumba are being encouraged to take part in a new survey to help shape the future of local healthcare services. 

NSW has expanded access to the free Japanese encephalitis vaccine, with more high‑risk areas added and temporary eligibility for people travelling to affected LGAs for outdoor recreation until 1 June 2026. Residents, workers and travellers are urged to check their eligibility and get vaccinated.

MPHN supports the 2026 Influenza Vaccination Program as a key preventive health measure to help protect patients from serious illness, reduce flu-related complications and hospitalisations, and ease seasonal pressure on primary care and hospital services.

Whether you are just beginning to think about advance care planning or ready to document your wishes, these local events provide practical guidance and support.

Across the Murrumbidgee, councils and community organisations are hosting a wide range of events, from expos and workshops to social gatherings and creative activities.

The firsthealth Board has today announced longstanding executive Narelle Mills will commence in the role of CEO of MPHN, following a highly competitive recruitment process. 

Today, on Primary Health Care Nurses Day, we recognise the important contribution nurses make across the Murrumbidgee.

1800MEDICARE (1800 633 422) is a free national phone service, website and app offering expert health information and advice, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With the school year approaching, now is a good time for families across the Murrumbidgee to check their child’s immunisation status and make sure records are up to date before term begins.

My Health app is a secure and convenient way to view key health information that you, your healthcare providers or representatives have uploaded to My Health Record.

A new Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic will open in Wagga Wagga in early 2026, providing access to specialised care for endometriosis, pelvic pain, perimenopause and menopause for people across the Murrumbidgee region. 

For GP registrars planning their training pathway, one of the most common questions is: what advanced or extended skills training can I do in the Murrumbidgee?