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.
From custody to community: Connecting people back into healthcare services after prison
21 Jul 2026
Community health
General Practice
PHN news
This story examines the collaboration between people with lived experience, healthcare services, government and non-government organisations helping to improve access to care during the transition from prison to community life.
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.
Improve access to free HIV self-testing
16 Jul 2026
Community health
General Practice
Regular HIV testing helps support early diagnosis, timely treatment and prevents transmission. Learn how free HIV self-test kits can help more people get tested by reducing cost, privacy and stigma barriers.
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.
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.
In between a GP appointment and the emergency department: How patients are using Medicare Urgent Care Clinics
19 Jun 2026
General Practice
Community health
PHN news
When a 70-year-old Dutton Park resident developed neck pain that couldn't wait for his next GP appointment, he knew he needed medical attention, but not a visit to the emergency department. Read the full story.
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.
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.
New! Bulk-billing Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic opens in Oxley
14 Apr 2026
General Practice
Allied health
Community health
PHN news
Women in Brisbane’s south‑west can now access bulk billed, specialised GP care for endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, perimenopause and menopause symptoms, with a new Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic in Oxley.
Health professionals encouraged to support participation in Voice of Queenslanders with Disability survey
09 Apr 2026
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
The Voice of Queenslanders with Disability survey 2026 is now open. Healthcare professionals are encouraged to share this survey with eligible patients and communities to ensure their experiences are heard.
Strengthening health access for all — Multicultural Health Symposium in March 2026
19 Feb 2026
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
The Multicultural Health Symposium on 16 and 17 March 2026 brings together healthcare professionals, policymakers and community leaders to share insights and co-design solutions that promote health equity.
New changes to Queensland’s child safety laws: Is your healthcare or community organisation compliant?
05 Feb 2026
General Practice
PHN news
Allied health
Community health
The Child Safe Organisations Act came into effect on 1 October 2025. Read on to learn more about how the Act applies to primary healthcare services that provide care to children.
Cheaper Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines for your patients
04 Feb 2026
Community health
Allied health
From 1 January 2026, the PBS patient co-payment is $25 for Medicare card holders, down from $31.60. Learn more about these changes and other important details for prescribers and pharmacists in the full article.
Julian's Key Health Passport — The two-way communication tool for patients with disability and healthcare staff
19 Jan 2026
General Practice
Community health
Allied health
Julian’s Key is a written two-way communication tool for patients with disability and healthcare staff. It contains a patient's health information and how they prefer to communicate. Learn more about this free tool.
Do your patients know about the free Medicare Mental Health phone service?
17 Dec 2025
Allied health
Community health
General Practice
Health professionals can contact the Medicare Mental Health phone service on behalf of their patients and clients to connect them with mental health and wellbeing support. Learn more about this free service.
Health alert: Low intensity to severe heatwave conditions for our region this November 2025
28 Nov 2025
Allied health
General Practice
Community health
From 25 November least Sunday 30 November 2025, heatwave conditions are commencing across the Brisbane South PHN area. Access resources to prepare your practice and patients.
Enhancing consultations: better coordination, clearer communication, and empowering patients as partners
28 Jul 2025
Community health
Better coordination, clearer communication, and empowering patients as partners in their care are essential steps to improving health outcomes. Read more on what GP, Dr Peter Adkins has to say on the matter.
NAIDOC Week 2025—The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy
04 Jul 2025
Community health
NAIDOC Week is a significant time for us to learn more about the rich heritage of our First Nations communities. Read on to see how you can participate in NAIDOC Week celebrations and improve culturally safe care.
Measles alert for locations in Brisbane
17 Apr 2025
Community health
Queensland Health has issued a measles alert following confirmed cases of the disease at separate locations in Brisbane. Health workers are advised to be alert for symptoms of measles.
Redland Hospital's Paediatric Emergency Department is now 24/7
08 Apr 2025
Community health
Redland Hospital’s Paediatric Emergency Department (ED) is now open 24/7, giving children access to emergency care in a child-friendly space at all hours. Read on for more details.
Recognising exceptional care during ex-Cyclone Alfred
01 Apr 2025
Community health
Our local aged care workforce showed incredible resilience during ex-Cyclone Alfred. Despite power outages and flooding, dedicated professionals were onsite for multiple nights to ensure resident safety and comfort.
Cyclone Alfred: Primary healthcare update 2
07 Mar 2025
Community health
General Practice
Allied health
Read our latest update for primary health care providers in our region. This information is current as of Tuesday 11 March 2025.
Cyclone Alfred: Advice for healthcare providers in the Brisbane South PHN region
03 Mar 2025
Community health
General Practice
Allied health
Primary health care providers are urged to prepare for Cyclone Alfred. Find links to essential information and disaster preparedness resources for primary health care providers in the full article.
Queensland Health Open Hospitals website lets you view real-time hospital emergency department waiting times
19 Feb 2025
Community health
General Practice
Queensland Health launches the Open Hospitals website to provide Queenslanders with easy online access to real-time emergency department wait times. Read on to learn more.