Country SA PHN would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia and pay respects to the Elders past, present and future. We recognise and respect the unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters, and seas, which continue to be important to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living today.
Country SA PHN Activity
Primary Care and Digital Health Support
Improving access to immunisation for vulnerable communities in Port Augusta
Thanks to funding support from Country SA PHN, Stellar Health Solutions has successfully launched a local immunisation service in Port Augusta. Read more
Celebrating commitment to immunisation education
Country SA PHN extends our congratulations to the recent recipients of the Country SA PHN Immunisation Education Grants. Read more
Express your interest in GoShare Influenza Recall trial
Country SA PHN has again been chosen to trial a National Influenza Vaccination Recall for patients aged 65 years and over. Read more
Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) – Practice Stream
The program provides financial incentives to general practices to engage a range of health professionals. Read more
New Chronic Conditions Management rebates and details announced
MBS Online has published the Upcoming Changes to Chronic Disease Management Framework confirming the new framework for chronic disease management from 1 July 2025. Read more
Services Australia MyMedicare and General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) updates
Key updates and reminders including the GPACI Q4 service and payment requirements, MyMedicare accreditation and patient registration. Read more
CDM Plus Webinars for general practice staff
It’s time to prepare your general practice for changes to Chronic Conditions Management (CCM) MBS items. Read more
Sexual health resources developed for use by SA clinicians
New sexual health resources are being developed for South Australian clinicians. Read more
Provider Connect Australia
Country SA PHN has partnered with Provider Connect Australia™ to help transform data accuracy and increase digital health interoperability across the Australian healthcare ecosystem. Read more
Lulu books update: new stock available of children’s immunisation colouring-in books
Following strong demand from general practices for the ‘Lulu’ colouring in books, new stocks are now available. Read more
Fantastic feedback on recent Homelessness & Health webinar
The recent Homelessness & Health webinar, delivered by SAPMEA on 5 May 2025, garnered some excellent feedback. Read more
Recognising and Responding to Suicidal Ideation
Over thirty participants attended the Recognising and Responding to Suicidal Ideation awareness event in Port Lincoln. Read more
Mental Health
Give your views on how to make the mental health system in regional and remote South Australia fit for the future
Country SA PHN and the Department for Health and Wellbeing (SA Health) are developing a Joint Regional Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan 2026 – 2029 for country South Australia. Read more
Aged Care and Palliative Care
Webinar shines light on palliative needs in Country SA during National Palliative Care Week 2025
Country SA PHN funded a webinar hosted by Palliative Care South Australia during National Palliative Care Week 2025. Read more
Palliative Medication Proficiency: Mastering Syringe Drivers and Opioid Administration in Home Settings
A comprehensive online course to educate and empower healthcare providers to deliver end-of-life care in the home setting. Read more
Care finders extend their knowledge on dementia
Care finders from country and metro South Australia, enjoyed learning from three fabulous speakers during the April care finder networking meeting. Read more
Strategic Engagement
Engaging with the community
During April and May, Country SA PHN’s Community Advisory Committees continued their work engaging with the local community. Read more
Updates on Health Promotion Grants 2024-2025 recipient initiatives
Country SA PHN is pleased to support our Community Advisory Committees in funding community-led, grass-roots health promotion initiatives. Read more
Rural Health Innovation Fund (RHIF) updates
Updates on transitioning to a more accessible RHIF Facebook page, and Grant Round 3 Applications. Read more
Health System Integration and Innovation
Nurses for skin health
At the SA Arid Lands Pastoral Field Day on March 20, 2025 in Port Augusta, three regional Registered Nurses offered skin checks. Read more
Regional Primary Health Activity
Refreshed chapter of the Australian Immunisation Handbook Have you seen the recent expansion of ‘Vaccination for people who are immunocompromised’ chapter of the Australian Immunisation Handbook? View this newly enhanced resource.
ACRRM Rural and Remote Community Support Grant Are you interested in receiving a grant to deliver an initiative aimed at strengthening doctor retention and recruitment in MM4-MM7 classified rural and remote communities? Learn about the Rural and Remote Community Support Grants on the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine website.
Improve time to cancer diagnosis and treatment for rural patients Rural GPs are invited to engage in a major national initiative to improve time to cancer diagnosis and treatment, with local SA participation critical to success. To get involved (time reimbursed) or find out more, please email [email protected].
Provide input on the new medical imaging accreditation scheme Are you interested in sharing your insights regarding the Australian Safety and Quality Medical Imaging Accreditation (ASQMIA) Scheme? Consider completing an online survey or providing verbal or written feedback to the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. More information
Check out the Department of Veterans’ Affairs test (beta) website before the official launch The Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs is updating their website to strengthen people’s access to information and support. Find out more about viewing the test site.
Receive Sunrise Maternity Assessment Notes from public hospitals Healthcare providers can now receive Maternity Assessment Notes from public hospitals via Secure Messaging Delivery (SMD). Read more
Toolkit for those providing aged care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people The Australian Government Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission have developed a stakeholder toolkit about aged care system changes. This toolkit is designed for use by those providing aged care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. More information
‘Respecting patient autonomy, dignity and choice’: a clinical evidence summary Are you a health professional looking for a summary of evidence around patient autonomy, dignity and choice? View a caresearch evidence summary.
Carer Gateway: free carer support Are you a carer of a loved one who is experiencing age-related frailty, mental illness, disability and/or a medical condition? View the Australian Government’s Carer Gateway website today.
June is Bowel Cancer Awareness month June marks Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. With over 5,000 people in Australia dying from bowel cancer each year, it’s crucial to raise awareness of this important issue. If you work in a General Practice, learn how you can help promote cancer screening programs, including the bowel screening program. More information
Breast cancer risk assessment tools Calculating a patient’s potential risk for breast cancer can assist in educating her and informing her ongoing health care. iPrevent is a validated breast cancer risk assessment and management tool designed to facilitate prevention and screening discussions between women and their doctors. Read more
South Australian Donor Conception Register It’s no secret. Donor conception laws have changed. People conceived in South Australia through donor conception treatment now have the right to access their genetic heritage information on South Australia’s new online Donor Conception Register (DCR). Read more
Improve your understanding of Department of Veterans’ Affairs arrangements Are you a health provider? View these tips on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) website, which are aimed at improving health providers’ understanding of advertising and billing related to DVA. More information
For veterans’ carers and families: New online ‘Stronger we Stand’ support programs available New programs to support veteran carers and families are now available through the ‘Stronger we Stand’ initiative. More information
Access the new Opioid Safety Toolkit – a resource for you and your patients Clinical and allied health professionals can improve medication safety, health literacy, and clinical outcomes for people taking prescription opioids for chronic pain by promoting and utilising the new Opioid Safety Toolkit. Read more
SA Health Clinical Prioritisation Criteria – Consultation Open The SA Health Department for Health and Wellbeing (DHW) invites your feedback on the newly developed Clinical Prioritisation Criteria (CPC) released for consultation. Read more
