+61 2 4924 8000   Login

 

> NEWS & PUBLICATIONS > Latest News  

Latest News

Watch here for the latest remote, rural, regional and Aboriginal health sector news from RDN. 

As 2025 draws to a close, we are excited to share our list of events scheduled for next year so that you can “Save the Date”.   RDN Conferences and Events for 2026 - 23rd December 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we are excited to share our list of events scheduled for next year so that you can “Save the Date”.  
Ahead of RDN's recent Rural Health Month Conferences in Sydney, RDN's Patron, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of NSW, held a welcome reception for around 100 guests at Sydney's historic Government House, in a significant act of recognition for the work of the rural health community, RDN and RDN members. This was the first time RDN had been honoured with such recognition, and it was a wonderful experience to share with representatives of the rural health community. RDN's Patron celebrates contributions of rural health community - 22nd December 2025
Ahead of RDN's recent Rural Health Month Conferences in Sydney, RDN's Patron, Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC KC, Governor of NSW, held a welcome reception for around 100 guests at Sydney's historic Government House, in a significant act of recognition for the work of the rural health community, RDN and RDN members. This was the first time RDN had been honoured with such recognition, and it was a wonderful experience to share with representatives of the rural health community.
Congratulations and ‘Happy Retirement’ to Tullamore doctor and former RDN Chair and Board Member, Dr Rick Newton who, last week, hung up his stethoscope after 27 years serving the Tullamore community. Former RDN Chair Dr Rick Newton retires as Tullamore town doctor - 19th December 2025
Congratulations and ‘Happy Retirement’ to Tullamore doctor and former RDN Chair and Board Member, Dr Rick Newton who, last week, hung up his stethoscope after 27 years serving the Tullamore community.
For many women, being able to seek out, and have access to, a ‘female’ General Practitioner for their health and wellbeing, or to discuss gender-specific health issues, is highly valued and can play a significant part in a patient’s willingness to seek medical or preventative care. Rural Health Outreach Fund supporting women's health - 18th December 2025
For many women, being able to seek out, and have access to, a ‘female’ General Practitioner for their health and wellbeing, or to discuss gender-specific health issues, is highly valued and can play a significant part in a patient’s willingness to seek medical or preventative care.
The Western NSW Eye Health Partnership, administered by RDN and funded by the Fred Hollows Foundation, was recently invited by the Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service to participate in a wellbeing camp held at the Wellington Caves. As part of the camp, RDN’s team, Senior Project Officer, Jessica Dunworth and Program Support Officer, Tori Towney, delivered an eye health yarning session designed to build community knowledge in a culturally safe and engaging way. Strengthening Eye Health in Community: Wellington Wellbeing Camp Collaboration - 18th December 2025
The Western NSW Eye Health Partnership, administered by RDN and funded by the Fred Hollows Foundation, was recently invited by the Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service to participate in a wellbeing camp held at the Wellington Caves. As part of the camp, RDN’s team, Senior Project Officer, Jessica Dunworth and Program Support Officer, Tori Towney, delivered an eye health yarning session designed to build community knowledge in a culturally safe and engaging way.
The Central West Aboriginal Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (CWAMH) was established in 2023 through a strong partnership between the NSW Ministry of Health’s Centre for Aboriginal Health, Western NSW Local Health District, and Central West Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), including Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service, Orange Aboriginal Medical Service, Weigelli Centre Aboriginal Corporation, and Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre Aboriginal Corporation. Central West Aboriginal Mental Health and Wellbeing Program: A Collaborative Approach to Culturally Safe Care - 18th December 2025
The Central West Aboriginal Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (CWAMH) was established in 2023 through a strong partnership between the NSW Ministry of Health’s Centre for Aboriginal Health, Western NSW Local Health District, and Central West Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), including Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service, Orange Aboriginal Medical Service, Weigelli Centre Aboriginal Corporation, and Yoorana Gunya Family Healing Centre Aboriginal Corporation.
On 22 October, RDN’s Health Access Services Manager, Amanda Masset, Senior Project Officer Jessica Dunworth and Program Support Officer Tori Towney were honoured to attend the Fred Hollows Foundation’s inaugural “Friends of Fred” event at Bangarra Dance Theatre in Sydney. This landmark gathering brought together the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye-health sector, uniting community-controlled health organisations, national representatives, sector partners, and supporters. The Fred Hollows Foundation "Friends of Fred" Event - 18th December 2025
On 22 October, RDN’s Health Access Services Manager, Amanda Masset, Senior Project Officer Jessica Dunworth and Program Support Officer Tori Towney were honoured to attend the Fred Hollows Foundation’s inaugural “Friends of Fred” event at Bangarra Dance Theatre in Sydney. This landmark gathering brought together the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye-health sector, uniting community-controlled health organisations, national representatives, sector partners, and supporters.
Last month, Rural Doctors Network (RDN)’s Health Access Services Manager, Amanda Masset, had the privilege of attending the 50-year celebration of the Visiting Optometrists Scheme (VOS) in Canberra—a milestone that marks half a century of dedicated Outreach eye care across Australia. Celebrating 50 years of vision: Visiting Optometrists Scheme in NSW and ACT - 18th December 2025
Last month, Rural Doctors Network (RDN)’s Health Access Services Manager, Amanda Masset, had the privilege of attending the 50-year celebration of the Visiting Optometrists Scheme (VOS) in Canberra—a milestone that marks half a century of dedicated Outreach eye care across Australia.
Professor Jane Bleasel had been working as Head of the Department of Rheumatology at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney when she first saw there was a need for specialist rheumatology services in Wagga Wagga. “Grab the opportunity”: Professor Jane Bleasel on 25 years of Outreach care - 17th December 2025
Professor Jane Bleasel had been working as Head of the Department of Rheumatology at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney when she first saw there was a need for specialist rheumatology services in Wagga Wagga.
A new resource developed by the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP) is available for download which aims to improve access for Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners working in non-ACCHO settings, such as general practice. Guide for General Practice: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners in Primary Health Care - 15th December 2025
A new resource developed by the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP) is available for download which aims to improve access for Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners working in non-ACCHO settings, such as general practice.


News Archives >>