This Final Report contains the Findings and Recommendations of the “Improving access to culturally safe primary health care services during the after hours period for culturally and linguistically diverse communities” project commissioned in June 2020 by North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) and undertaken by Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria (ECCV) in partnership with … Continued
At North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network we believe everyone has the right to the best health care possible. While we have a strong public health system made up of dedicated health professionals and organisations, not everyone in our community is able to access that system in an equitable way. This report is a framework … Continued
This financial report covers North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network, providing formal records of our activities for the year ended 30 June 2021.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that our cover photo features an individual of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage who has passed. We understand that this can be distressing to some readers. We recommend exercising caution when engaging with this document. We deeply respect the cultural beliefs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and … Continued
This framework helps guide our role in emergency management and action plan for implementation.
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
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 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
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.
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's delivery of the Australian Government's Medicare Mental Health phone service has been successfully verified under the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards.
