Gippsland PHN congratulates the region’s health professionals who were recognised for their outstanding contribution to rural health care at this year’s Victorian Rural Health Awards.
Gippsland PHN welcomes new Australian Government investment in mental health services in Gippsland as part of national mental health reforms. Funding is being provided to establish a Medicare Mental Health Centre in Sale, expected to open by mid-2027. The new centre represents an important step forward in strengthening access to free mental health care across Gippsland, helping people access support earlier and without the need for a referral or appointment.
Gippsland PHN has released its June 2026 Tell Gippsland PHN update, providing a snapshot of the region’s health system strengths and challenges, and opportunities to improve health and wellbeing care.
When people hear about digital health records, one of the first questions is usually about privacy. Who can see my information? Do I have control?
Vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself against common seasonal viruses such as influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus. Staying up to date with your vaccinations can help you stay well and protect those you come into contact with.
From 1 July 2026, a new assignment of benefit (AoB) process will commence for Medicare bulk billed services.
Gippsland Primary Health Network (PHN) has released a new Health Insights: Preventing Falls paper, highlighting the growing impact of falls across the region and the need for targeted prevention efforts to support older people to stay safe and independent.
Gippsland-based general practices can now access free, high-quality learning resources to support the safe and effective use of medicines, build clinical skills, strengthen communication and improve patient care.
There are a range of health care apps, online portals, and digital tools available designed to make managing your health simpler, more connected and easier to fit into everyday life.
Gippsland PHN has strengthened Gippsland Pathways by providing registered users with free access to Therapeutic Guidelines, a trusted clinical resource that is only available through paid subscription.
Electronic prescribing is now available across Australia, forming part of a national effort to make accessing medicines safer, more convenient and more connected.
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.