Marathon Health

16/10/2026

🌾 As part of our International Day of Rural Women series, we're celebrating five inspiring women from across Marathon Health's rural Australian footprint.

Because who they are beyond work is a big part of what makes them so good at what they do.

Stories from Rural Australia | Profile 3: Kellie Crossley
Program Lead - WARATAH for Kids
📍Deniliquin

From the council chamber to the Deni Ute Muster, Kellie rarely sits still for long.

Living on a farm north of Deniliquin (home of the iconic Ute Muster) with her husband and three children, Kellie's passionate about helping rural communities thrive. Between her role at Marathon Health, serving as Deputy Mayor with Edward River Council and leading the local Can Assist branch, much of her time is spent supporting the people and places she cares about most.

She's equally at home fundraising through a yabby race, cheering on her children from the sidelines, or harvesting vegetables from her garden and turning them into a family meal.

What she values most about rural life is the way communities show up for one another. Whether it's lending a hand, supporting a local fundraiser or rallying around someone doing it tough, she's seen firsthand the difference a strong community can make. It's that generosity, connection and shared sense of purpose that keeps her proud to call Deniliquin home.

And while many know her as a community leader, volunteer and advocate, some might be surprised to learn she's also a former Dancing with the Stars champion. Stepping onto the dance floor may have been outside her comfort zone, but raising money for a good cause made it all worthwhile.

16/10/2026

🌾 As part of our International Day of Rural Women series, we're celebrating five inspiring women from across Marathon Health's rural Australian footprint.

Because who they are beyond work is a big part of what makes them so good at what they do.

Stories from Rural Australia | Profile 2: Karen Weatherall
Team Lead - Commonwealth Psychosocial Support
📍Coonabarabran

For Karen, home is wherever her family is.

A proud mum of three and long-time Coonabarabran local, Karen treasures the moments when everyone is together. Life outside work revolves around family, friends, weekends away camping, and cheering on her children from the sidelines. Netball is a particular passion, and she's actively involved with the Coonabarabran Netball Association.

Living in a small rural community has shown Karen the power of people looking out for one another. As the mother of a son who is visually impaired and autistic, she has experienced firsthand the kindness and support that country communities are known for.

Karen's passion for improving access to healthcare is also deeply personal. From navigating specialist care for her son after he was born at just 28 weeks, to travelling long distances for her own cancer treatment in 2024, she understands the challenges many rural families face.

Karen believes being a rural woman is about resilience, adaptability and showing up for the people who matter most, while never losing sight of the value of community.

16/10/2026

Stuck in a snack rut? 😅

Abbey and Erin, two of our dietitians are sharing some of their favourite healthy snack ideas that are tasty, simple and easy to keep on hand.

If you'd like more practical nutrition tips, why not join a Shop Well. Eat Well. Healthy Trolley Tour? You'll learn how to read labels, compare products and make healthy choices while you shop.

🛒 Healthy shopping starts here.
marathonhealth.com.au/shop-well

15/10/2026

At Marathon Health, rural Australia isn't just where we work, it's where many of our people live and help their communities thrive.

This International Day of Rural Women, we're celebrating five inspiring women whose connection to community and country shapes who they are, and how they show up for others every day.

Because who they are beyond work is a big part of what makes them so good at what they do.

Stories from Rural Australia | Profile 1: Rebecca Glencross
Clinical Lead – Headspace Dubbo
📍Gollan

With harvest just around the corner, Beck knows exactly what the next few months will look like: long days, dusty paddocks and plenty of time behind the wheel of a header.

A Clinical Lead, farmer, mum and community volunteer, Beck balances plenty of roles. Living on the family farm at Gollan with her husband and three children, she loves being involved in every aspect of farm life, from sheep selection and wool classing to sowing and harvest.

Beyond the farm, Beck is a passionate advocate for rural communities and primary producers. She has volunteered her time with Landcare, local hall committees, the Rural Fire Service and community events, helping keep the connections that make small communities thrive.

When she's not working or helping on the farm, you'll often find her in the garden, although she'd be the first to admit she has a particular talent for bringing home plants from Bunnings and accidentally killing them.

What Beck loves most about rural life is the way people come together. Whether it's supporting each other through drought, lending a hand when it's needed or coming together for local events, she sees firsthand the resilience and generosity that make rural communities such special places to call home.

07/10/2026

Calling Dubbo families, carers, educators and support professionals, sharing a community event that you might be interested in.

The Dubbo Inclusive Education Conference will be held on Monday 19 October, bringing together people from across the community to share practical strategies, experiences and information across different stages of the education journey.

Presented by Down Syndrome NSW in partnership with Scrapheap Adventure Ride, Dubbo Regional Council and Down Syndrome Australia.

🥰 | Dubbo will host the Inclusive Education Conference!

This practical conference will be held for people supporting children and young people with a disability, as well as for those under 25 years old living with a disability.

📅 Monday 19 October 2026
⏰ 9am to 3pm
📍 Dubbo RSL Group

Professional development and learning opportunities will be provided for families, educators, allied health professionals and support networks and will create a space to share conversations, strategies and ideas.

The Inclusive Education Conference is a collaboration with Down Syndrome NSW, Dubbo Regional Council and Scrapheap Adventure Ride who funded the event.

🎫 Free to attend
✅ Registration is essential
📱 Secure your spot at https://events.humanitix.com/dubbo-inclusive-education-conference

02/10/2026

Brewing ideas for the future of rural health

At , the mhi hub Coffee Cart created a space to pause, connect and reflect on the future of rural and regional health.

We invited delegates to share their thoughts on the opportunities, challenges and hopes shaping rural healthcare. While every perspective was different, common themes emerged around collaboration, innovation and solutions designed with communities, not just for them.

Here’s some of what we heard.

Because sometimes strong solutions start with a conversation☕💡

02/10/2026

📣Dubbo locals! Need to see a GP over the long weekend?

Our After Hours GP Clinic is here to help – for when it’s urgent, but not an emergency.

⏰When? 2-5:45pm Saturday, Sunday and most public holidays
🏥Where? Find us at the Dubbo Base hospital, Day Surgery Unit.

For advice over the phone, you can call Healthdirect 24/7 – on 1800 022 222.

Remember, if a life is in danger call triple zero (000) or go to your nearest emergency department.

This service is supported by funding from the Western NSW PHN through the Australian Government’s PHN program.

01/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Karen Ingram – Cultural Capability Lead – on an incredible milestone: 10 years with Marathon Health!

Last week, Karen was presented with her 10-year service certificate, recognising a decade of dedication, leadership and commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

From her early days as an Indigenous Health Project Officer to her current role as Cultural Capability Lead, Karen has helped strengthen cultural safety across our organisation and played an important role in building cultural understanding, capability and confidence across our workforce.

Reflecting on her 10-year journey, Karen said that being able to advocate for First Nations peoples across rural and remote NSW has been both “a privilege and my purpose”.

“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunities, support and encouragement I’ve received throughout my 10 years at Marathon Health. Being able to advocate for First Nations peoples across rural and remote NSW has been both a privilege and my purpose. One of my favourite memories was graduating as an Enrolled Nurse and receiving a Marathon Health ICARE Award in 2024, a reminder of how much can be achieved when people believe in and invest in one another.”

Thank you for the knowledge, guidance and passion you’ve brought to Marathon Health over the years, Karen.

We’re so proud to celebrate this milestone with you! 🎉

30/09/2026

We're excited to join the The Regional Australia Institute as a member.

We know that strong communities rely on strong health systems. When people can access the care they need, participate in the workforce and build healthy, connected lives, regional communities are better placed to thrive.

That's why we're looking forward to working alongside the Regional Australia Institute and its members to create opportunities that strengthen local health systems, build community capability and support long-term social and economic prosperity across regional Australia.

Together, we can create a thriving regional Australia.

23/09/2026

🏆 We’re incredibly proud to share that Marathon Health has received the Model of Care & Career Pathway Innovation Award at the 2026 NAATSIHWP National Conference Gala Dinner.

This national recognition reflects years of work alongside First Nations staff, partners and communities to create meaningful pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to learn, work, lead and thrive in their communities.

We've seen people gain qualifications, start careers, grow into leadership roles and make a lasting difference in the places they call home.
What we've learned is that workforce development is about much more than employment opportunities. It's about creating workplaces where people feel valued, respected, culturally safe and empowered.

Thank you to National Association of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Workers for this recognition, and for your ongoing advocacy, leadership and commitment to strengthening the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce.

We're proud of how far we've come and grateful to walk alongside First Nations peoples and communities as we continue this journey together. ❤️

🏆 CONGRATULATIONS MARATHON HEALTH, WINNER OF THE MODELS OF CARE AND CAREER PATHWAYS INNOVATION EXCELLENCE AWARD!

Marathon Health is being recognised for its commitment to growing, supporting and retaining a strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce.

Since launching its First Nations Workforce Development Strategy in 2023, Marathon Health has strengthened employment pathways, leadership development and cultural governance across the organisation

Through its Aboriginal Workforce Development Initiative, 29 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners have graduated, and of these graduates 94% have found work relating to their qualifications, and 85% have remained living and working in Western New South Wales.

By creating sustainable career pathways and embedding cultural safety within its services, Marathon health is making an important contribution to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health workforce and the communities it serves.

Please join us in congratulating Marathon Health 🏆

This award was proudly sponsored by the Australian Medical Council (AMC).