NWMPHN Annual Report 2020-21

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NWMPHN Emergency Management Framework

This framework helps guide our role in emergency management and action plan for implementation.

COVID-19 White Paper: Response to recovery

This COVID-19 White Paper details the detailing the challenges faced and lessons learned through the second wave of COVID-19 in Melbourne’s north, west and inner suburbs in 2020. It also highlights the key activities that got us through the crisis, and the changes in approach and innovations which need to be carried forward into the … Continued

National Suicide Prevention Trial – Insights and Impact report

The National Suicide Prevention Trial was an initiative funded by the Commonwealth Government in 12 different sites across Australia over a 5 year timeframe.  Each of the trials was led by a local primary health network and aimed to improve the evidence base around effective suicide prevention strategies for priority population groups and the broader … Continued

North Western Melbourne PHN Needs Assessment Report November 2020

North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) is committed to continually improving primary health care for all communities in the region. As part of this commitment, we undertake regular, evidence-based assessment of the region to identify gaps and opportunities in health and service needs. Our Health Needs Assessment (HNA) is a comprehensive compilation of health … Continued

NWMPHN Mental Health and AOD Needs Services Review

In 2015–16, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network engaged Aspex Consulting to undertake an in-depth review of mental health and alcohol and drug treatment needs and services.

NWMPHN Refugee Humanitarian Services Mapping Report

In 2015–16, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network engaged Aspex Consulting to better understand the demographic profile of refugees and asylum seekers in the region, and the service network within its catchment.

NWMPHN Annual Report 2019-20

Our annual report shows how our community – whether that be health professionals, health organisations, community advocates or people living our region – is at the heart of everything we do. We hope this report reflects how our community focus has supported the local health system through the challenges of the past year, and inspires … Continued

NWMPHN Financial Report 2020

This financial report covers North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network, providing formal records of our activities for the year ended 30 June 2020.

CLCSP Local Cancer Screening Community Profile

The Community-led Cancer Screening Project (CLCSP) aimed to increase early detection of bowel, breast and cervical cancer. North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) was one of four lead agencies funded by the Victorian Department Health and Human Services for three years to 2020 to deliver the project. This document captures data relevant to the … Continued