News & Media Releases
Users of My Health Record system must update security and access policy by 1 Oct 2026
Healthcare provider organisations participating in My Health Record must operate in accordance with relevant legislation, including establishing and maintaining a security and access policy.
Thinking outside the box: Group program offers diabetes and nutrition education
Gauri Donald, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, and Amy Zheng, an Accredited Diabetes Educator, have been thinking outside the box when it comes to Type 2 Diabetes.
Virtual care: what works in practice
A new study in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, delivered with the University of Sydney and enabled by Sydney North Health Network, offers practical insights into how virtual care can be implemented in general practice and aged care.
Closure of Geriatrician Outreach to GP service from 30 June 2026
From 30 June 2026, the Geriatrician Outreach to GP service will close and cannot accept new referrals.
Update to changes to Medicare Assignment of Benefits 1 July 2026
On 18 June 2026, the Federal Government has announced amendments to the planned changes to the new assignment of benefit process, effective 1 July 2026.
All In: Honouring 50 Years of Deadly in the Spirit of Reconciliation
On Thursday 11th June, SNHN gathered with community partners to celebrate All In: Honouring 50 Years of Deadly in the Spirit of Reconciliation – an event marking Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC for 2026.
1800MEDICARE – supporting patients to access the right care, 24/7
1800MEDICARE is a free, national 24/7 health advice service that supports consumers to access the right care when and where they need it.
Changes to the adult pneumococcal vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program from 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026 there will be changes to the adult pneumococcal vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
Are your patients at risk of hepatitis B?
A pack of resources and tools is available to support healthcare providers who may engage people with, or at risk of, hepatitis B.
New Medicare Mental Health Centre opens in Ryde
Residents in Ryde and surrounding suburbs can now access free, walk‑in mental health support with the opening of the Ryde Medicare Mental Health Centre this month.
Provider briefing on fuel supply issues, disaster management & mental health support
Fuel supply issues, disaster management & mental health support – what your practice needs to know
2026 Mental Health Symposium: a powerful night of local connection and collaboration
On Thursday 26 March, almost 200 local clinicians, community leaders, lived‑experience advocates and sector partners came together for the Sydney North Health Network Mental Health Symposium.