Marathon Health

Marathon Health Follow our story as we continue to change the future of rural health. We live here, we work here.

A not-for-profit, registered charity delivering essential health and wellbeing services to rural Australia – regardless of your postcode or where you live. Our staff represent the best in their field and are committed to making a difference – ensuring our services are person-centred, and clients are empowered with choice and control over the support they receive. We’re passionate advocates for equal access to quality health services for people wherever they choose to live.

01/09/2026

🎙️ We’re incredibly proud to share this one!

Marathon Health’s Karen Ingram, Cultural Capability Lead, recently joined SBS Australia NITV Radio producer, presenter and First Nations artist Ngaire Pakai to discuss the importance of building a strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce in rural and regional Australia.

The interview explores this year’s National Day of Recognition theme, Many Paths. Many Ways., and Karen’s own career journey from retail into health leadership.

Karen shares why workforce development is about more than filling jobs. It’s about creating culturally safe pathways into employment, supporting people to stay connected to community and culture, and empowering future First Nations leaders to thrive in their communities. A strong First Nations workforce is also critical to delivering culturally safe, community-informed care and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We’re incredibly proud to see Karen representing Marathon Health on a national platform and helping spotlight the people and programs creating positive change across regional Australia.

As a side note, if you haven't come across Ngaire's incredible creative work, we'd encourage you to check out her current artist residency with The Creator Incubator.

National Association of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Workers

That’s a wrap on the National Bush Summit in Dubbo.For two days, it was lights, camera, action in one of our own backyar...
27/08/2026

That’s a wrap on the National Bush Summit in Dubbo.

For two days, it was lights, camera, action in one of our own backyards, with politicians, industry leaders, community advocates and regional voices from across Australia coming together to discuss the future of the bush.

Marathon Health rep’s Megan Callinan, Alyssa Fitzgerald, Clare Knight and Lisa Penson, alongside Board members Amanda Croft and Troy Pietsch, were proud to be part of the conversation.

As a rural health charity, these discussions matter to us. Our people live and work in regional Australia. These are the communities our staff, families and clients call home.

Three key themes stood out:

📍 Listening to communities matters

Across every discussion, there was a strong call for communities to have a genuine voice in shaping the decisions that affect their future. Local people understand their communities best.

📍 Invest early and think long term

Whether the conversation was about health, housing, workforce or infrastructure, the message was consistent: prevention, resilience and sustained investment matter.

📍 Access matters

The healthcare discussions highlighted some confronting realities, including that life expectancy remains around 13% lower in rural Australia than metropolitan areas, alongside ongoing gaps in access to healthcare and specialist services.

The Summit reinforced something we see every day: regional Australia is full of innovation, opportunity and passionate people who care deeply about their communities.

The people, ideas and leadership are already here. The opportunity now is backing them with genuine partnerships and long-term investment that leaves communities stronger for future generations.

From beans and lentils to partnerships and support services, there was plenty on offer at our recent Indigenous Chronic ...
27/08/2026

From beans and lentils to partnerships and support services, there was plenty on offer at our recent Indigenous Chronic Disease (ICD) Clinic.

Taking place in Bathurst, these clinics bring together a range of health professionals to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with chronic health conditions. They’re also an opportunity to connect, learn and share practical health information in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Clients recently had the opportunity to sample nutritious and affordable recipes while discovering practical ways to incorporate beans and lentils into everyday meals through our Eat While You Wait activity. The crowd favourite? The tofu chocolate mousse! 🍫

We were also pleased to welcome representatives from Australian Government Department of Health Disability and Ageing Department of Health, Disability and Ageing Local Network Team, who presented information about available supports, including My Aged Care processes.

Joanne from the OAMS Integrated Team Care (ITC) team was also on hand to connect with clients and staff, and explore opportunities to work together to help people access the services they need to live well.

This service acknowledges the support provided by RDN’s Outreach Program and is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health.

📚📺🎧Looking for your next read, watch or listen?For Speech Pathology Week, we asked our speech pathologists to share the ...
26/08/2026

📚📺🎧Looking for your next read, watch or listen?

For Speech Pathology Week, we asked our speech pathologists to share the books, podcasts, TV shows and resources they find themselves recommending time and again.

The result is a collection that blends professional insight with practical, everyday ideas to support communication and connection.

This year's theme, Communication Creates Possibility, is a reminder that communication shapes so many parts of our lives. Because communication isn't something that happens only in the therapy room. It's part of how we learn, build relationships and navigate the world around us.

➡Swipe through to see what made the list.

Our speech pathologists are supporting people of all ages right across Central, Southern, and Western NSW, as well as North East Victoria.

Keen to find out more? Head to marathonhealth.com.au/speech-pathology

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be confusing 🍎 Whether you're managing a health condition, using food to manage weight, o...
20/08/2026

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be confusing 🍎
Whether you're managing a health condition, using food to manage weight, or simply wanting to feel your best, our dietitians are here to help. They provide practical nutrition advice tailored to your health needs, lifestyle and goals.

Through nutrition advice and support, you can:

· Better understand food and how it affects your body
· Build confidence around food and eating
· Learn practical ways to support your health and wellbeing
· Make realistic changes that fit everyday life

Everyone's goals are different - so support is tailored to what matters most to you.

✅ Fully funded services are available:

· Through selected GP practices
· For First Nations people via our ICD clinic and local Aboriginal Medical Services

❔ Want to learn more or make a booking? Get in touch with our team or visit our website for more info marathonhealth.com.au/nutrition-advice

17/08/2026

💜 Flying Start continues to grow across regional NSW.

This week our CEO, Megan Callinan and Portfolio Manger of NDIS Western, Kylie Irvin joined ABC Western Plains Radio to share a Flying Start update and reflect on the impact the program is having for children and families closer to home.

What started as a pilot in 2024 now supports families across 11 regional communities, improving access to paediatric assessment, diagnosis and support.

A huge thank you to Variety - the Children’s Charity NSW & ACT, founding partner of the Flying Start Paediatric Service, along with Rural Doctors Network (RDN) Health’s Outreach Programs funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, and the Western NSW Local Health District for helping make this work possible.

We’re also grateful for funding secured through Variety grants, including support from 2026 Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation Grassroots Grants program, which has helped fund the program’s early intervention therapies and assessment in Forbes and Wellington, and GrainCorp, whose support has enabled expansion into Coonamble.

The program is approaching an exciting milestone, and we look forward to sharing more soon.

🎧Take a listen to the interview highlights.

11/08/2026

One message that really stayed with us from our recent ABC Western Plains interview was the importance of creating pathways for local First Nations people to build careers in health and wellbeing, and support their communities close to home.

In this clip, Jayden Young, Cultural Lead with headspace Dubbo and the headspace Outreach Program, talks about the importance of building local relationships, listening to community voices and ensuring mental health support is designed with communities, not just for them.

🎧 Take a listen.

Local mental health support is available now in Albury & Surrounds.From psychologists to counsellors, our team offers a ...
10/08/2026

Local mental health support is available now
in Albury & Surrounds.

From psychologists to counsellors, our team offers a range of support services for children, young people, adults and families.

Not sure where to start? That’s okay.

Swipe through to learn more about the different roles within our team and how we can support you.

💜 Reduced-fee appointments and assessments (including ASD, ADHD, Full Cognitive and Comprehensive Psychological Assessments) are available with our Provisional Psychologists, providing an affordable pathway to support. Provisional Psychologists receive regular professional supervision, and all assessments are reviewed by an endorsed supervisor.

To learn more please check out our website or reach out to our friendly local staff on 0400 690 803 or [email protected]

06/08/2026

If there’s one thing allied health professionals love, it’s an A–Z challenge.

Get to know our Albury Allied Health team as they showcase some of the terms, tools and supports that help people build confidence, independence and wellbeing every day. From AAC and balance to yoga and everything in between (with a special guest appearance from Pop the Pig... if you know, you know 🐷), here’s a fun look at the world of allied health.

How many did you know?

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