Cairns and Hinterland region

Our Region, Our People: Meet Amanda

For people living in small rural communities, navigating the health system can sometimes feel overwhelming. Access to services is often...

Apply now: Fully-funded dermoscopy training

Key points: Training is open to all AHPRA-registered health professionals Funded places are limited – 50 bursaries available Bursaries are...

Cairns Medicare Mental Health Centre opens doors to expand access to free support

The Cairns Medicare Mental Health Centre officially opened today (15 April), providing a new, free, and accessible option for people...

Health Workforce Spotlight: Dr Elizabeth Martin

Name: Dr Elizabeth Martin Position: General practitioner Place of work: Toogood Medical Centre Tell us about your role and what...

NQPHN announces Smithfield Central Doctors will operate the new Cairns North Medicare Urgent Care Clinic

The new Cairns North Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has been officially opened by Senator the Hon Nita Green, Assistant Minister...

Medicare Urgent Care Clinic now open in Mackay

The new Mackay Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has been officially opened by the Hon Emma McBride, Assistant Minister for Rural...

New Nurse Re-entry program to support 500 nurses back into work

Northern Queensland nurses will have the opportunity to join a cohort of 500 returning to the workforce under a new...

Dimbulah and Ravenshoe celebrate the official launches of the Distress Brief Support (DBS) Initiative

The new community‑led Distress Brief Support (DBS) Initiative has already helped more than 100 residents in the Mareeba Shire and...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Melinda

Talking about teenage mental health, and domestic and family violence, can be challenging, but one northern Queensland community is stepping...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Dr Chris

When a North Shore General Practice patient noticed her blood pressure dropping and heart rate spiking over two days, she...

NQPHN campaign to attract health workforce to paradise

A recently launched campaign is showcasing the rewarding careers and lifestyle opportunities on offer across northern Queensland’s primary health care...

Our Region, Our People: Meet Ana

With support from Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN), James Cook University has expanded its innovative Social Work in General...

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