25 Nov 2025
Changes to POLAR Support Requests for South Western Sydney Practices
Practices in South Western Sydney should note that the process for requesting POLAR support has recently changed. This update explains the new procedure and why the changes have been made.
25 Nov 2025
Addressing Gambling Harm: Supporting Patients and Families in South Western Sydney
Gambling rates remain high in South Western Sydney, particularly in Fairfield and Canterbury-Bankstown, prompting concern over the effects on individuals and families.
25 Nov 2025
Authorities Warn South Western Sydney to Prepare for Dangerous Heatwave
South Western Sydney is bracing for extreme summer temperatures, prompting health authorities to warn residents about the serious risks posed by an upcoming heatwave.
03 Nov 2025
Partnership strengthens diabetes care for people with mental health needs
A collaborative project between South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) and the South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is helping improve diabetes care for people living with mental health conditions.
03 Nov 2025
Chronic Condition Management Changes: What Allied Health Providers Need to Know
Significant chronic condition management changes took effect on 1 July 2025, replacing the former Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plans and referrals with the new GP Chronic Condition Management Plans (GPCCMPs).
04 Nov 2025
Practice Manager Profile: Iffat Aziz — Leading with Purpose in Rural Healthcare
As Practice Manager at Wilton Doctors Medical Centre, Iffat Aziz plays a pivotal role in supporting her team and the community. Drawn to rural healthcare for its potential to make a real difference, she takes pride in leading a practice that helps keep local residents healthy and connected to quality care.
04 Nov 2025
Finding Common Ground: Allied Health and GPs Collaborate to Improve Patient Care
South Western Sydney PHN (SWSPHN) hosted the first session of its new multidisciplinary CPD series, The Common Ground, at Terranova on the Grange in Kearns on Thursday, 23 October.
04 Nov 2025
Staff Share Insights and Innovations to Address Physical Inactivity
The importance of health literacy and the HEAL program in promoting physical activity was in the spotlight at the WSYD Moving Symposium 2025, held at the Western Sydney Conference Centre, Penrith, on 30 October.
28 Oct 2025
Better Access Initiative Updates Take Effect 1 November 2025
Significant changes to the Better Access initiative under the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) will take effect from 1 November 2025, impacting psychiatrists, psychologists, GPs, and Prescribed Medical Practitioners (PMPs).
27 Oct 2025
Local GP Urges Community to Become ‘Immunisation Heroes’
Local GP Urges Community to Become ‘Immunisation Heroes’ Vaccines are safe, effective, and lifesaving, says Elderslie GP Dr Matthew Gray, as South Western Sydney PHN launches a campaign encouraging residents to become “immunisation heroes.”