Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers

18/06/2026

Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers’ Community Liaison Manager, Leigh Matthews, was honoured to be invited by Social Futures to spend the day with other members of the aged care sector at the beautiful Bundjalung Tribal Society’s Namabunda Farm.

For those of us who are not Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and who strive to do better in the areas of cultural understanding, truth-telling, and trauma-informed care, opportunities like this are invaluable. These rare experiences allow us to learn, connect, deepen our understanding, and help foster stronger relationships within our communities.

Our generous hosts at Bundjalung Tribal Society welcomed us so warmly and guided us through the remarkable food forest, showcasing an abundance of produce including Davidson plums, finger limes, tamarillos, native bananas, lychees, peanuts and much more. It was a powerful demonstration of the knowledge, care and stewardship that have shaped this landscape over generations.

A special thank you to Matt for walking us through the healing landscapes and sharing the incredible work that has been undertaken, and continues today, to restore and nurture this special place.

A heartfelt thank you also to Melissa, Aunty Sandra and Aunty Ruth for sharing your stories, your work and your wisdom. It was inspiring to witness both the literal and figurative fruits of the efforts made over the past 50 years and across generations.

We are truly grateful for your generosity, hospitality and the opportunity to learn from you. Experiences like these strengthen understanding, build connections and remind us of the importance of listening, learning and walking together.

Thank you.

13/06/2026

Why choose Dovida? Because our service is truly second to none and genuinely life-changing for our clients. We pride ourselves on exceptional care management, personalised support, and a team of local caregivers who lead with compassion, integrity, and heart. Every day, we are committed to helping people live independently, confidently, and well in the place they call home.

12/06/2026

Well done to all our hard working health staff in the Northern Rivers. 👌🏼✨

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High demand, strong performance 💙

Latest results from the Bureau of Health Information (BHI) show hospitals in Northern NSW continued to experience high demand during the January to March 2026 quarter.

Despite this, their performance was outstanding!

📈 58,014 Emergency Department attendances (+2.4%)
⏱️75.4% of patients treated on time (improved)
🏥 Surgical waitlist reduced by 7.2%
✅ 78.7% of planned surgeries done on time, 99% of urgent surgery on time.

🌟Special shout out to Murwillumbah District Hospital, where over 90% of all patients left the ED within 4 hours of arriving - the best results of any hospital of its size in NSW.

Thanks to every one of our incredible staff for continuing to deliver safe, high-quality care for our community every day! 👏👏

👉 Find out more: https://nnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/news/surgery-and-ed-activity-remains-high-acuity-levels-rise-northern-nsw

📞 For non-urgent care: call Healthdirect 1800 022 222

10/06/2026

Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers are proud supporters of Shine On Wollumbin - a social singing group for seniors in the Murwillumbah area.

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09/06/2026

At Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers we’re proud to work alongside trusted, approved service providers who help our clients live well and maintain their independence at home.

One such provider is Agile Exercise Physiology whose team delivers outstanding in-home exercise physiology services across our region. Their personalised approach helps clients improve strength, balance, mobility and confidence, all from the comfort and convenience of home.

We’re grateful to partner with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to supporting people to live safely, independently and well in their own homes.

Thank you to the team at Agile Exercise Physiology for the wonderful work you do throughout the Tweed and Northern Rivers community. 💙

08/06/2026

Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers Proudly Supports the Murwillumbah Parkinson’s Support Group.

The first Friday of each month brings together a wonderful community of people living with Parkinson’s disease, their carers, family members, and local professionals at the Murwillumbah Parkinson’s Support Group.

Facilitated by Dovida’s Community Liaison Manager, Leigh Matthews, on behalf of Parkinson's NSW, the group provides a welcoming space to share experiences, learn from experts, and connect with others who understand the Parkinson’s journey.

A special thank you goes to Murwillumbah Services Memorial Club which generously provides a meeting room free of charge each month, helping make these important gatherings possible.

We are also fortunate to have ongoing support from Melissa Desmond, Business Development Manager at Balance Mobility who has a personal connection to Parkinson’s through a family member. Melissa attends each month alongside Exercise Physiologist Mitch Barnes of Agile Exercise Physiology, with both bringing valuable knowledge, practical advice, and encouragement to the group.

At last Friday’s meeting, we were delighted to welcome guest speaker Melissa Da Silva from Pura Vida Remedies, who spoke about the potential benefits of lymphatic drainage and its role in supporting overall wellbeing. The presentation sparked plenty of discussion and gave everyone much to think about. It’s fair to say many of us left reflecting on how we can incorporate some of these practices into our own health and wellness routines.

These monthly gatherings continue to highlight the strength of our local Parkinson’s community and the importance of education, connection, and support. We look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces at future meetings.

The Murwillumbah Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the first Friday of every month, and all are welcome. 💙

01/06/2026

A beautiful first day of winter welcomed Beating Hearts of Lismore attendees today.

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29/05/2026

We’d love to invite you to visit us at the upcoming Ballina Expo, where we’ll be sharing information, guidance, and care options to help older Australians and their loved ones navigate the Support at Home and in-home aged care journey with confidence. We look forward to helping make the journey feel a little easier, with care, clarity, and support.

11/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr Rachel Jones, Geriatrician in the Northern Rivers on her fabulously successful Beating Hearts of Lismore community group for older Australians which turns three today!
Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers are proud to support this wonderful initiative that has become a vital part of our local community.

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08/05/2026

A huge thank you to Parkinson's NSW’s Northern Rivers Parkinson’s Support Group in Alstonville for inviting Dovida Tweed & Northern Rivers’ Community Liaison Manager, Leigh Matthews, to speak today.

It was a privilege to spend time with such a warm and engaged group, discussing support at home, navigating changes along the Parkinson’s journey, and how Dovida can assist both carers and people living with Parkinson’s to continue living well and independently.

We are grateful for the opportunity to connect, share information, and support such an important community conversation.