Gippsland PHN

Gippsland PHN Gippsland PHN is primary health care organisation focused on supporting general practice, health planning, health system integration and commissioning.

Gippsland PHN is a federally funded primary health care organisation with a focus on supporting general practice, health planning, health system integration and commissioning services in line with national and local health priorities. Gippsland PHN key objectives are to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for patients, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes, a

nd to improve coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

💡Can your insights help make a difference to how primary care is delivered? 💡Explore current research opportunities avai...
10/06/2026

💡Can your insights help make a difference to how primary care is delivered? 💡

Explore current research opportunities available for health care professionals and community members through the Gippsland PHN website.

🔎La Trobe University and the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre are conducting a study to learn more about families’ experiences with health and community supports for babies with early signs of social of communication differences.

🔎Researchers at QIMR Berghofer are looking for GPs to refer patients with new-onset diabetes to the PaC-NOD Pilot Study. This pilot is a first step toward testing whether screening newly diagnosed diabetes patients for pancreatic cancer could lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.

🔗 For more information about how you can get involved and explore other research opportunities, please visit: https://bit.ly/3PbWTI4

Gippsland PHN’s research vision is to facilitate the involvement of GPs, nurse practitioners, practice nurses, allied health and other primary care professionals in high-quality and relevant research.

📢Are you registered for Gippsland Pathways?The Gippsland Pathways online portal provides up-to-date, region-specific cli...
09/06/2026

📢Are you registered for Gippsland Pathways?

The Gippsland Pathways online portal provides up-to-date, region-specific clinical referral pathways and resources for local health professionals across a broad range of topics.

✅Referral pathways
✅Local health provider and specialist information
✅Referral criteria
✅Guidelines
✅Fact sheets

🔗 Register to access resources designed to support your decision-making: gippslandpathways.gphn.org.au/

🏃‍♂️It’s Men's Health Week! Held from 15-21 June, Men’s Health Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of men...
08/06/2026

🏃‍♂️It’s Men's Health Week!

Held from 15-21 June, Men’s Health Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of men’s health and support the wellbeing of men and boys in our communities.

This week focuses not only on physical health, but also mental health and emotional wellbeing. It is a chance to raise awareness about the health challenges faced by men and encourage conversations about what can be done to improve health outcomes.

📊Men are at higher risk of health conditions like heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers, while mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety continue to affect many men across Australia.

This week is all about starting real conversations, supporting the men in our lives and encouraging healthier habits.

🔗Learn more: bit.ly/3P64pE2

🦠It’s Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Awareness Week. 🦠RSV can cause serious illness, particularly for babies, older a...
07/06/2026

🦠It’s Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Awareness Week. 🦠

RSV can cause serious illness, particularly for babies, older adults and people at higher risk.

🫶We all have a role to play when it comes to raising awareness, sharing trusted information and working together to protect ourselves and others.

Immunisation is a safe and effective way to help prevent serious illness.

Let’s work together to reduce the impact of RSV on our communities!

🔎Learn more about immunisation and when to get vaccinated: https://bit.ly/48Aul1r

📢 New community insights highlight opportunities to strengthen access to culturally safe care and mental health support ...
05/06/2026

📢 New community insights highlight opportunities to strengthen access to culturally safe care and mental health support in Gippsland

We’ve released Tell Gippsland PHN Update May 2026, capturing community, stakeholder and health sector feedback that highlights opportunities to improve health and wellbeing across the region.

Opportunities identified:

🔎Improve access to psychosocial supports and service navigation
🔎Strengthen culturally safe care
🔎Create a more connected system with inclusive digital options
🔎Tailor services for people with complex health needs, including where non-medical factors are involved
🔎Boost mental health and wellbeing supports for young people
🔎Enhance mental health care, including service navigation, coordinated responses to family violence and post-natal support

These insights are guiding Gippsland PHN’s priorities to improve access, enhance culturally safe care and build a more supported health workforce.

👉 Tell Gippsland PHN Update May 2026 is available on the Gippsland PHN website: https://bit.ly/4xc55ZT

🎓The National Eating Disorders Collaboration is offering free access to its eLearning programs until 30 June 2026, suppo...
04/06/2026

🎓The National Eating Disorders Collaboration is offering free access to its eLearning programs until 30 June 2026, supporting professionals to engage safely, confidently and effectively with people around food, body and eating concerns.

Build practical skills tailored to your role, including:
🔎 Recognising the early signs of eating disorders
🔎 Providing a safe and effective initial response
🔎 Conducting initial assessments and making appropriate referrals

Suitable for a wide range of professionals including:

✅ Mental health professionals
✅ GPs
✅ Nurse Practitioners
✅ Nurses
✅ Dietitians
✅ Childcare workers
✅ Teachers
✅ Sports coaches, staff and volunteers
✅ Performing arts teachers and staff

Strengthen your skills and support early intervention.

👉Find out more and access the free training: https://bit.ly/4eaWMGc

📢New statewide referral criteria for lung nodule services are now in effect across Victorian public hospitals, streamlin...
03/06/2026

📢New statewide referral criteria for lung nodule services are now in effect across Victorian public hospitals, streamlining access to specialist clinics.

The criteria clearly outline the information required in referrals to help ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate service.

🔎Health professionals can access a dedicated referral pathway for the Gippsland Region Lung Nodule Clinic via Gippsland Pathways: https://bit.ly/4cWMBTL

🔗 View the Victorian Government’s lung nodule criteria: https://bit.ly/48AOunV

🎓Gippsland PHN is offering Trauma-Informed Care training for health professionals looking to strengthen their skills and...
03/06/2026

🎓Gippsland PHN is offering Trauma-Informed Care training for health professionals looking to strengthen their skills and confidence in when supporting people affected by trauma.

Trauma-Informed Care recognises the widespread impact of trauma and focuses on safety, trust and emotional regulation.

Understanding trauma helps professionals respond effectively to challenging behaviours and avoid re-traumatisation.

This training will build your confidence to support individuals who are distressed, anxious, or disruptive - helping you communicate in ways that feel safe.

Learning outcomes:
🟣 Build awareness of core trauma-related concepts
🟣 Understand the science behind trauma and how trauma influences behaviour
🟣 Apply the Six Guiding Principles of a Trauma-Informed Approach
🟣 Use seven practical tips to reduce the risk of re-traumatisation

Event details:

Sale
🗓️ Tuesday 9 June 2026
🕰️ 1:30pm-4:30pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/4dHmp1f

Bairnsdale
🗓️ Tuesday 9 June 2026
🕰️ 9:00am-12:00pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/4u4xtKF

Traralgon
🗓️ Wednesday 10 June 2026
🕰️ 1:30pm-4:30pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/4fVq8tn

Foster
🗓️ Tuesday 16 June 2026
🕰️ 9:30am-12:30pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/4fkHv6W

Wonthaggi
🗓️ Tuesday 16 June 2026
🕰️ 1:30pm-4:30pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/3RVC4S0

Warragul
🗓️ Thursday 18 June 2026
🕰️ 1:00pm-4:00pm
👉 Register: https://bit.ly/4u9HwhK

🟢🟡Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) M10 item group has expanded to include stuttering, speech sound disorders, and cleft ...
02/06/2026

🟢🟡Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) M10 item group has expanded to include stuttering, speech sound disorders, and cleft lip and palate for people under 25 with complex neurodevelopmental conditions or eligible disabilities.

Eligible children and young people will be able to access Medicare rebated assessments and treatment from a speech pathologist with a valid referral from a GP, consultant physician or specialist.

✅Patients will benefit from greater access to speech pathology support, with reduced out of pocket costs, easing the financial burden of assessment and ongoing therapy.

🔗Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eEpBvB

🌏Join Gippsland PHN and the Centre for Culture, Equity & Health (CEH)-equity-and-health for an interactive workshop desi...
02/06/2026

🌏Join Gippsland PHN and the Centre for Culture, Equity & Health (CEH)-equity-and-health for an interactive workshop designed to help you engage more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients. 🌏

Working Better Across Cultures will help you build practical skills in cultural competence, improve communication, reduce misunderstandings and deliver more inclusive services.

Learning outcomes:

✅Recognise personal biases and understand cultural differences
✅Understand and adapt to cultural influences on communication styles and preferences
✅Learn strategies to make services inclusive, accessible, and culturally respectful
✅Reflect on how your culture and values shape interactions and service delivery
✅Identify strategies to prevent and resolve conflicts from cultural misunderstandings

Event details:

📍Drouin
🗓️Wednesday 10 June 2026
🕰️10:00am-12:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/4ulWcLH

📍Traralgon
🗓️Wednesday 10 June 2026
🕰️2:00pm-4:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/3PcliNC

📍Sale
🗓️Thursday 11 June 2026
🕰️10:00am-12:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/4dAimnd

📍Bairnsdale
🗓️Thursday 11 June 2026
🕰️2:00pm-4:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/4nlxqs0

📍Korumburra
🗓️Friday 12 June 2026
🕰️10:00am-12:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/4njyH37

📍Wonthaggi
🗓️Friday 12 June 2026
🕰️2:00pm-4:00pm
👉Register: https://bit.ly/42s5EAD

Address

11 Seymour Street
Traralgon, VIC
3844

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61351755444

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