Category: Latest News
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Our Maitland Office is Moving
From Monday, 22 June, our Maitland office will be relocating to a new space within Maitland Business Central, located at 14 Bulwer Street, Maitland. Our new office offers modern facilities in the heart of Maitland, conveniently situated opposite Maitland Central Shopping Centre (Kmart). Underground parking is available, accessible via Bulwer Street, and clients are welcome…
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One Year of Soul Clinic: Relationship-Based Healthcare at Soul Hub
Over the past 12 months, Soul Clinic has become a trusted and welcoming healthcare service for individuals experiencing homelessness, disadvantage and complex health challenges across the Newcastle region. Delivered in partnership with Soul Hub and funded by the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network (the PHN), the clinic was established to provide accessible,…
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Stay Well This Flu Season with Free Respiratory Support
Autumn marks the beginning of flu season and a rise in respiratory illnesses. As the weather cools and we spend more time indoors, viruses like influenza can spread more easily from person to person. Good Hygiene: Your First Line of Defence One of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce the spread of flu…
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Introducing Our Stretch RAP 2026–2029
Hunter Primary Care has launched its Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2026–2029, reaffirming the organisation’s long-standing commitment to reconciliation and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The RAP was launched on Close the Gap Day, a national day of awareness highlighting the importance of achieving health equity for Aboriginal and Torres…
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Preventing Mealtime Risks: Why Proactive Dietitian Support Matters for NDIS Participants
A recent media release from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission has highlighted a critical safety focus across the disability sector: preventing choking and improving safe mealtime practices for NDIS participants. Following nationwide mealtime safety checks, the Commission identified concerns where safe mealtime and dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) supports were not consistently implemented. As a result,…
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NDIS Link Up: Connecting Our Local Provider Community
Hunter Primary Care is pleased to invite local NDIS providers to NDIS Link Up, a relaxed community meet-up designed to strengthen collaboration across our region. As our sector continues to evolve, connection and shared learning are more important than ever. NDIS Link Up creates space for providers to come together, exchange ideas and build stronger…
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Packing School Lunchboxes: What You Need to Know About Your Child’s Nutrition
With school returning, many parents are once again staring into the fridge each morning wondering, “What on earth am I putting in the lunchbox today?” Between busy mornings, breakfast, school drop-offs, and getting everyone out the door on time, it’s easy to see why pre-packaged snacks often become the go-to. And honestly? You’re not alone.…
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Layla’s Story
When Layla* reached out for support, she was navigating a complex and overwhelming period in her life. Through Hunter Primary Care’s Primary Mental Health Services Intensive Support Program, she accessed timely, person-centred support during a time of significant need. Layla was experiencing domestic and family violence, facing uncertainty around her visa and legal rights, seeking…
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Our Partnership with Yakuway Indigenous Corporation
Hunter Primary Care and Yakuway Indigenous Corporation are proud to announce a new partnership, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), designed to foster collaboration and support within the community. This partnership marks a significant step forward in both organisations’ shared commitment to creating lasting, positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. At…
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2025 Christmas Closure
It’s been another busy year for Hunter Primary Care, so our valued team are having a well-deserved break over the Christmas period. Our offices will be closed from 4.30pm on Wednesday 24 December 2025. Our Warabrook office will reopen at 8:30am Monday 5 January 2026 and our Maitland office at 8:30am Monday 12 January 2026.…