New resources help clinicians have better advance care planning conversations
14 Aug 2026
Featured Post
General Practice
Support better advance care planning discussions with two new free videos for GPs, nurses and primary care professionals, covering advance care directives and practical conversation tips.
New resources to help support carers of patients receiving palliative care at home
06 Aug 2026
Allied health
A new suite of free, evidence-based resources from the national caring@home initiative has been developed to support care workers providing end-of-life care to palliative patients at home.
Free community hearing screening for eligible patients aged 9 months to 16 years
28 Jul 2026
Allied health
General Practice
Community hearing screening clinics offer free hearing screening for eligible children and young people aged from 9 months to 16 years. See clinic locations and appointment booking details in the full article.
World Hepatitis Day: How your practice can take the next step towards hepatitis elimination
21 Jul 2026
General Practice
Allied health
Access free training, resources and support to enhance testing, treatment and care for viral hepatitis.
PCOS renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) for its endocrine and metabolic impacts
21 Jul 2026
General Practice
Allied health
PCOS is now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), reflecting its endocrine and metabolic impacts. Read on for resources to support ongoing care and patient understanding.
Public health alert: Measles (July 2026)
21 Jul 2026
General Practice
Allied health
A Public Health Alert has been issued following confirmed cases of measles at the Brisbane International Airport and Queensland Children’s Hospital's Emergency Department. See the Public Health Unit's guidance.
Why every response matters: The 2026 Census and its role in shaping healthier communities
17 Jul 2026
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
PHNs use data to understand community needs, plan services and improve health outcomes. The 2026 census is a key data source helping ensure future healthcare is targeted where it’s needed most. Read the full story.
NAIDOC Week 2026: Learn from First Nations knowledge to enhance patient care
10 Jul 2026
Allied health
General Practice
NAIDOC Week highlights opportunities for health professionals to strengthen culturally safe care through First Nations knowledge, training, and programs that can enhance patient health outcomes.
Requirements for healthcare organisations caring for children — Queensland’s Reportable Conduct Scheme is now in effect
10 Jul 2026
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
The Reportable Conduct Scheme is part of Queensland’s new Child Safe Organisations Act. From 1 July 2026 many healthcare organisations are required to comply with the changes. Read on for more information.
Join us as a Lived-Living Experience Advisor
01 Jul 2026
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
PHN news
Help shape local mental health, suicide prevention, and alcohol and other drug services by sharing your voice and insights as a Lived-Living Experience Advisor. Learn more about these paid opportunites.
Professional development resources for mental healthcare practitioners
23 Jun 2026
General Practice
Allied health
The national Mental Health Professionals' Network brings practitioners together across the mental health and primary care sectors. Read on to join a local network and access professional development opportunities.
Checklist for children with infection — Helping parents and carers to recognise the signs of sepsis and get help fast
23 Jun 2026
Community health
Allied health
General Practice
The Checklist for Children with Infection aims to improve health outcomes for First Nations children. Healthcare workers are encouraged to give the checklist to the carers of any child presenting with an infection.
World Refugee Week 2026: Resources to enhance care for patients of refugee backgrounds
22 Jun 2026
General Practice
Allied health
This year's Refugee Week is the 40th Refugee Week since its beginning. In addition to celebrating the week, health professionals are invited to access resources designed to enhance culturally safe care.
Paid opportunities now available — Host student nurses for clinical placement hours, help existing nurses re-enter the workforce
17 Jun 2026
General Practice
Allied health
Opportunities for primary care teams to host student nurses as well as nurses re-entering the workforce are now available. Hosting workplaces are paid for their time. Read on to learn more.
Outpatient Ophthalmology Community Alignment Program 2026: Submit your expression of interest (EOI)
16 Jun 2026
Allied health
General Practice
Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) is inviting expressions of interest from community optometrists and general practitioners (GPs) who are interested in becoming aligned practitioners. Learn more about the program.
RSV infections are on the rise – Now is the time to immunise
10 Jun 2026
Allied health
General Practice
Since mid-May 2026, Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections have increased sharply in our local region. Read on for support and resources to help improve RSV vaccination rates.
Community grants available! Support for mental health and suicide prevention activities
09 Jun 2026
Allied health
Community health
The Australian Medical Association Queensland Foundation (AMA Queensland Foundation) has launched a small grants initiative to expand access to mental health and suicide prevention supports. Read on to learn more.
FluMist is now available for children aged 2 to 17 years
04 Jun 2026
Allied health
General Practice
The Queensland Government has recently expanded access to intranasal flu vaccine (FluMist), which is now available for children aged 2 to 17 years. Read on to learn more about the changes.
1800MEDICARE: Information for healthcare providers
01 Jun 2026
General Practice
Allied health
Community health
1800MEDICARE is an Australian Government initiative designed to simplify access to care and improve equity by providing free, nationwide health advice and service navigation. Learn more about the service.
Have your say: Allied health professionals
29 May 2026
Allied health
Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA) and Brisbane South PHN are asking allied health practitioners in our region to share their insights and experiences through a survey or in-person.
National Reconciliation Week 2026: Going ‘All In’ for reconciliation through culturally safe healthcare
27 May 2026
Allied health
General Practice
This National Reconciliation Week, we encourage healthcare providers to go “All In” by continuing to listen, learn and take meaningful action that supports culturally safe healthcare for First Nations peoples.
Health alert: Ebola
25 May 2026
Allied health
General Practice
The Australian Government advises health professionals to remain vigilant for the signs and symptoms of Ebola, despite the current low risk of outbreak in Australia. Read the full health alert.
Services and support to help carers
20 May 2026
Allied health
General Practice
The healthcare you provide to your patients will sometimes be complemented by the support an unpaid carer provides. See available supports and services you can share with your patients who are carers.
Brisbane South PHN joins Gold Coast PHN for a collaborative disaster preparedness initiative
19 May 2026
General Practice
Allied health
Gold Coast PHN and Brisbane South PHN are proud to have launched a collaborative disaster preparedness initiative. Read on to learn more about how this initiative works to benefit local primary healthcare providers.
A new era in electronic prescribing – the Active Script List
27 Apr 2026
General Practice
Allied health
The Active Script List (ASL) can be used to consolidate a list of a patient’s active prescriptions and simplify the electronic prescription process for patients. Read on to learn more about this free digital tool.
HealthPathways personal accounts to replace shared login. Register your free personal HealthPathways account today
24 Apr 2026
Allied health
General Practice
Brisbane South PHN encourages all HealthPathways users to register for a personal account ahead of the transition date to ensure continued access to this free clinical and referral resource.