Aged care professionals from across the region came together this week to celebrate the strength, innovation and collaboration of the rural aged care sector at the 2025 Murrumbidgee Aged Care Forum. 

People in Wagga Wagga and surrounding communities can now access healthcare more quickly and avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency department, thanks to a new local urgent care service.

Local organisations are invited to turn bold ideas into reality through the launch of new mental health grants offering up to $200,000 in funding.

The Medicare Mental Health Centre in Young was officially launched today, marking a milestone for accessible mental health care in the region. 

Would you know how to recognise if someone you know was having thoughts of suicide? MPHN is offering free face-to-face suicide prevention training across the Riverina.

If you suddenly became seriously ill or unable to communicate, would your loved ones know what kind of medical care you would want or prefer to avoid? If your answer is no, it might be time to discuss advance care planning. 

Australia has one of the highest melanoma rates in the world, with one Australian diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes. Women in the Murrumbidgee are at an even higher risk, with data showing they are more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma compared to the rest of NSW.

How often do you think about your heart? This vital organ works continuously, ensuring blood flows throughout your body, yet it is often overlooked until a problem arises.  

We are thrilled to welcome Renelle Harrison to the MPHN team as our new Allied Health Engagement Lead.

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) joins the community in celebrating Primary Care Nurses Day today, 5 February. 

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network joined Senator Deborah O’Neill today to celebrate the official launch of two mental health community services.

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is reminding residents that out-of-hours healthcare services are available to support their health needs during the Christmas and New Year period.

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is proud to launch a new toolkit designed to help GPs and general practice staff create culturally safe and inclusive environments for First Nations patients. 

The Christmas and New Year holidays are a time for celebration and connection, but for many, they can also be a period of stress, loneliness, or overwhelming expectations. Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is encouraging everyone to look after their mental health during this busy time of year. 

With the holiday season fast approaching, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is encouraging Murrumbidgee residents to plan ahead to protect their health and wellbeing.

Earlier this year, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) staff spoke with residents from Coolamon, Griffith, West Wyalong, Narrandera, Leeton and Tumut through a series of ‘Conversations on the Couch’ events, gathering insights into local healthcare experiences.

As we head into a hot summer, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is encouraging everyone across the Murrumbidgee region to take simple steps to stay cool, safe, and healthy. 

People facing food insecurity will soon have the chance to access essential supplies at an upcoming Foodbank pop-up event in Young.

Patients in Griffith recently had the opportunity to access specialised diabetes care without leaving their community, thanks to the St Vincent’s DREAM Diabetes Outreach Clinic held at Your Health Griffith in November.

People facing food insecurity will soon have the chance to access essential supplies at an upcoming Foodbank pop-up event in West Wyalong.