Country to Coast QLD

19/06/2026

This June, men have two good reasons not to put their health off.

Men’s Health Week is a reminder to see a GP when something doesn’t feel right. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month is a reminder to complete the bowel screening test when it’s due, and to talk to a GP about any symptoms or family history.

If you’re aged 45–74, and haven’t done a bowel screening test in the last 2 years, it’s time to post your poo!!

A little awkward? Maybe. Worth it? 100%. 💩

Book in with your local GP, or learn more and order your kit at postyourpoo.com

17/06/2026

📄 We’re hiring: Deputy Director Contracts & Procurement

Looking for your next leadership opportunity in procurement and contract management? Join a team that's helping shape the future of healthcare across Central Queensland, Wide Bay and the Sunshine Coast.

As CCQ's Deputy Director Contracts & Procurement, you'll lead the organisation's procurement and contract management function, providing strategic and operational leadership across our commissioning activities. From strengthening governance and managing risk to guiding procurement strategy and building organisational capability, you'll play a key role in ensuring public investment delivers meaningful outcomes for our communities.

This role is ideal for an experienced leader with a background in procurement, contract management, commissioning, or service delivery who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about driving continuous improvement, collaboration, and value for money.

If you're ready to influence strategic decision-making, lead a high-performing team, and contribute to healthier communities across our region, we'd love to hear from you.

🗓️ Applications close Sunday, 28 June 2026
🔗 Learn more & apply: https://ow.ly/ps2i50Zczys

09/06/2026

📣 Good news for Caloundra and the southern Sunshine Coast.

We’ve commissioned a new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic for Caloundra, helping bring another care option closer to home for people across this rapidly growing part of the region.

Opening from 17 June 2026, the clinic will be operated by Ochre Health from an interim site in Little Mountain before moving to a larger, purpose-built facility in the Aura masterplanned community in 2027.

The clinic will be open 7 days, 8am to 5pm, with extended hours expected to start later in the year.

👉 Read more: https://ow.ly/ACNS50Z9ek9

**When should you use a Medicare UCC?**

Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are for urgent but non-life-threatening health needs, especially when your regular GP is not available.

They can help with things like minor injuries, infections, wounds, minor burns and other urgent health concerns that are not life-threatening.

Your regular GP should still be your first choice for everyday and ongoing healthcare when available.

For life-threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000) or go to your nearest emergency department.

The Caloundra Medicare Urgent Care Clinic was announced by Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP on 7 June as part of a national milestone, with 137 Medicare UCCs now open nationally and 50 established in the 2025/26 financial year.

The service is funded through the Australian Government’s PHN program.

05/06/2026

Queensland communities know how quickly severe weather and unexpected disruptions can affect access to essential healthcare.

For primary care teams, being prepared can make a real difference when patients need support most.

Eligible general practices, pharmacies, ACCHOs, Aboriginal Medical Services and other primary healthcare providers in Rockhampton, Livingstone, Bundaberg and Fraser Coast can now access a free tailored Organisational Resilience Guide.

The guide is customised to your organisation and local area, helping your team:
✅ Key emergency and support contacts
✅ Local threats and vulnerabilities
✅ Practical next steps to strengthen disaster preparedness

📍 Available until 30 June 2026 through the Growing Primary Care Resilience Program.

Learn more and request your free guide from Regional Business HQ: https://ow.ly/w9WJ50Z7Shc

Growing Primary Care Resilience is delivered by Regional Business HQ, funded by Country to Coast Queensland through the PHN program and supported by the Resilient CARE program.

01/06/2026

Yarning. Connection. Culture. Family.

Dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples isn’t just about diagnosis, appointments and clinical care. It’s also about connection to Country, kin, stories, identity and wellbeing.

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to the Elders, community members and health workers across Central Queensland, Wide Bay and the Sunshine Coast whose voices and guidance helped shape this important new local resource.

Together, we have created a new Living Well with Dementia Journal, a culturally centred resource and one of two locally coordinated dementia journals.

Because Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience dementia at higher rates and younger ages, having resources that are respectful, familiar and culturally grounded matters.

This journal brings together practical health information, conversation tips and space for the things that keep people connected to identity and community throughout the dementia journey.

Free individual copies are now available to order. Services and community groups within the Country to Coast Queensland region can also request bulk orders of up to 20 copies.
https://ow.ly/hF5R50Z60Kk

This work was made possible through the Australian Government PHN Program, with thanks to Dementia Australia and our partner Aboriginal Medical Services: Bidgerdii Community Health Service, Yoonthalla Services Woorabinda, Nhulundu Health Service, Indigenous Wellbeing Centre, Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service and Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services.

29/05/2026

Reconciliation Australia's National Reconciliation Week is a time to reflect, listen and act.

For our teams, this week has reinforced that reconciliation is an everyday commitment, reflected in how we listen, how we work with community and how we support a more culturally safe and responsive primary health system.

This week, we hosted the first events in our current Clinical Societies round, with the theme “Primary Care is ALL IN for First Peoples’ health through cultural leadership and clinical excellence.” These events are bringing together health professionals to explore how culturally responsive, evidence-informed care can help improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We also launched a new Living Well with Dementia Journal resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, developed with guidance from Elders, community members, health workers and local Aboriginal Medical Services.

Alongside this work, our Sunshine Coast-based staff joined young people, families and service providers at the Aunty Betty Memorial Walk on Kabi Kabi Country, as part of the Sunshine Coast Walk for Truth. Teams have also been participating in other National Reconciliation Week events across the region.

Across each of these moments, the message is clear – better health outcomes are built through trust, cultural safety, listening and strong relationships with community.

Thank you to the Elders, community members, partners and staff who continue to guide and strengthen our work and committment.

29/05/2026

Finding recent aged care changes confusing?

A Healthy Ageing Forum is coming up to help older people, families and carers better understand Australia’s aged care system, including Support at Home, funding changes, assessments, allocations and entitlements.

Presented by Healthy Ageing Partnerships and supported by Country to Coast Queensland, the forum will be held on the Sunshine Coast, with live broadcast events in Gympie and Yeppoon.
Event details:

📅 Date: Thursday, 4 June 2026
⏰ Time: 9am – 12.30pm AEST

Learn more and register for your preferred location:

Healthy Ageing Partnerships, Comlink Australia, Sunshine Coast Council, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast Health Institute

Upcoming Healthy Ageing Forums helping communities navigate aged care changes, Support at Home reforms, funding, assessments and local support options.

25/05/2026

Want the latest local clinical guidance and referral information at your fingertips?

The new Country to Coast HealthPathways site is now live for health professionals across Central Queensland, Wide Bay and the Sunshine Coast.

Bookmark the new site 🌐
ccq.communityhealthpathways.org

The new platform HealthPathways site brings more than 780 localised referral pathways and clinical guidance together in one place, making it easier to find the right pathway faster.

What this means for you:
✅ One streamlined site for trusted local clinical and referral guidance
✅ Evidence-based pathways and local health service information
✅ Individual logins for secure, personalised access
✅ All existing content retained and improved
✅ New features including AI-assisted search and CPD tracking

Generic regional logins no longer work. Health professionals will need to create their individual login to continue accessing HealthPathways.

Need help getting set up?

Visit ccq.communityhealthpathways.org or email [email protected]

20/05/2026

Expressions of Interest are now open for clinicians from Central Queensland, Wide Bay and the Sunshine Coast areas to join CCQ’s Education and Workforce Advisory Group.

The multidisciplinary Advisory Group of health practitioners assist in providing strategic advice to the CCQ Leadership Team on education and workforce matters relevant to the primary health sector.

Interested candidates can view current members, read the Terms of Reference and apply online.

📅 Applications close 5pm AEST, 5 June 2026
🔗 https://ow.ly/7lxJ50Z22TP

19/05/2026

“Women in this region have some of the highest rates of endometriosis-related emergency department presentations in the state.” - Matthew Schull, Country to Coast Queensland, Director Integration.

We are pleased to announce expanded Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic services are now available in Rockhampton, delivered in two locations by True Relationships & Reproductive Health and Evoca Women’s Health.

These services will improve access to timely, coordinated care for people experiencing endometriosis, persistent pelvic pain, painful periods and menopause-related symptoms.

By strengthening specialist care closer to home, the services will help more people access the right support sooner and reduce the need to travel for care.

• Patients can be referred by their GP or self-refer
• Telehealth options may be available
• Bulk-billed GP appointments for eligible patients

Watch the video to hear more about the new services 🎥

Learn more: https://ow.ly/h4Po50Z1tn3

Rockhampton Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic services are part of the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s national initiative being funded by Country to Coast Queensland through the PHN program.