Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network

11/09/2026

👩‍⚕️ Practice Nurse opportunity | Culcairn Mediclinic is looking for an experienced and compassionate Practice Nurse to join its primary care team and support the health and wellbeing of people across Culcairn and surrounding communities.

The role includes immunisations and wound care, chronic condition management, health assessments, ECGs and spirometry, assisting with minor procedures, patient education, triage and health promotion.

Applicants will need current AHPRA registration, First Aid and CPR certification, full Australian working rights and experience in general practice or a similar primary care setting.

✅ Minimum 24 hours per week
✅ Training and support
✅ Professional development opportunities
✅ Supportive and collaborative team environment

Interested? Email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

We provide comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages residing in Culcairn, Gerogery, Henty, Holbrook, Walla Walla, Jindera and surrounding areas.

11/09/2026

Spring storms can trigger asthma quickly.

The Riverina and southern NSW are among the areas at greatest risk of spring thunderstorm asthma. People with asthma, hay fever or springtime breathing symptoms should know their risk and prepare before storms arrive.

Learn how to protect yourself and register for thunderstorm asthma alerts: https://mphn.org.au/spring-thunderstorm-asthma

11/09/2026

Go paperless with your prescriptions 📱 Electronic Prescriptions offer a safe and convenient alternative to paper prescriptions. They are sent directly to your mobile phone or can be added to an Active Script List, a convenient option for those who take multiple medications. Having an Active Script List means that you can enter a participating pharmacy, give consent for the staff to access your list, and have that pharmacy dispense the medicines.

Ask your local pharmacy about registering for an Active Script List or find more information here:
https://mphn.org.au/ehealth/electronic-transfer-of-prescriptions-etp

11/09/2026

🌈 Pride is coming to the paddock! Rainbow communities, friends, families and allies from across the Murrumbidgee are invited to come together for Pride in the Paddock, a colourful celebration of community, creativity, connection and country hospitality.

The inaugural festival will feature drag and aerial dance performances, live music, market stalls, community organisations, family activities, food vendors and plenty of opportunities to connect.

📅 Saturday 19 September 2026
🕚 11 am to 4 pm
📍 Riverside Precinct, Wagga Wagga

Find out more at www.prideinthepaddock.com.au or follow Pride in the Paddock.

Everything you need to know about our country show with a rainbow 🌈

Pride in the Paddock is a brand new festival in Wagga on Wiradjuri country celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies.

It’s a safe space to be yourself, where inclusivity, connection and country hospitality come together to say you belong here.

When is it? Saturday, 19th September from 11am - 4pm, followed by the afterparty at The Thirsty Crow from 8pm

Who is it for? It’s for the community. Open to all ages and free to attend, bring your whole family, your friends, neighbours and especially your pets for our pet fancy dress competition. Everyone is welcome.

What is there to do at the event? There is truly something for everyone. With market stalls and food trucks, the amazing Zana aerial gymnasts, drag performances from local collective Riverina Royals, a petting zoo and the agile library and quiet zone for those who want to just chill out.

What should I bring? Your most authentic self. Also a picnic rug or chair to sit back in and enjoy the show.

Please note alcohol is not permitted at the event.

Did we miss anything? Comment below or email [email protected] with any questions

11/09/2026

📢 Join our Board of Directors: call for nominations 📢

firsthealth Limited, trading as Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN), is seeking candidates for two elected Director positions on the firsthealth Limited Board

We are seeking nominations from individuals who have strong knowledge of MPHN’s service region, and links with our local communities.

As a skills‐based Board, we encourage skilled candidates with a good understanding of governance practices. This year, we are seeking to recruit a Board director with experience in:
✔️ Finance – executive leadership including CFO (CA, CPA)
✔️ Data and digital, including CIO. This could include:
o Health Intelligence
o Digital Health
o Data analytics, and
o AI literacy
✔️ Corporate governance including serving as a company director
✔️ General practitioner – primary care rural generalist

We also welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Further information regarding the election of Board directors, including the nomination documents, is available at https://mphn.org.au/director-nominations.

Nominations are due by 5.00pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

10/09/2026

Leeton Shire community members are invited to attend a Mental Health Support Skills Workshop, designed to build awareness of mental health conditions and provide practical skills to support others and strengthen resilience within the community.

Facilitated by the Rural Adversity Mental Health Program (RAMHP) and co-hosted by Rotary Club of Leeton Inc and the Leeton Collaborative Care Project.

📅 Wednesday 30 September⁠
⏰ 8:30am – 1:00pm⁠
📍 Hydro Hotel Leeton ⁠
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Limited places available.⁠
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👉 Register now:⁠
https://collaborativecare.au/leeton/mental-health-support-skills-workshop

10/09/2026

Are you a parent, carer or family member supporting someone with an eating disorder, or concerned about changes in a loved one’s eating, weight or body image?

Join MLHD for the first of three FREE online lunchtime Carer Conversations.

Session 1: Understanding the impact of eating disorders on the brain and body of your loved one

📅 Tuesday 22 September
🕧 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams
💚 FREE to attend

These sessions are designed for parents, carers and family members supporting someone of any age within the Murrumbidgee.

Registrations are required.
👉 Register here:
https://msnswlhd.snapforms.com.au/form/mlhd---carer-conversations-in-eating-disorders

10/09/2026

If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person working in su***de prevention, First Nations Collective Co would love to have a yarn with you!

📆 When: 16 September 1 pm - 3 pm
📍 Where: The Ngurra Hub, Ashmomt Community Centre 15 Blakemore Ave, Ashmont

10/09/2026

Today, some of our MPHN team came together to take part in the 9km Out of the Shadows Walk, walking in support of su***de prevention and in memory of lives lost to su***de.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the team, helping raise more than $1,500 for Lifeline.

For us, today was about more than the kilometres walked. It was about standing alongside our community, showing support for people impacted by su***de, and helping keep important conversations about mental health and su***de prevention visible.

Thank you to everyone who walked, donated, and cheered us on. Every contribution helps remind people across our communities that they are not alone.

It’s not too late to support our team at https://www.outoftheshadowswalk.org.au/fundraisers/murrumbidgeeprimaryhealthnetwork 💙

10/09/2026

R U OK? 💛 Take a moment today to check in with the people around you. Ask, listen, and let them know you’re there, not just today but whenever they might need someone to talk to.

A small question can make a big difference.

Ask R U OK? Any Day.