Category Archives: News
Latest data released by the ABS about Disability, Ageing and Carers in Australia
On 4 July 2024 the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released the latest data about Disability, Ageing and Carers...
Keep the Fire Burning! NAIDOC Week 2024
NAIDOC Week commences on Sunday July 7th and is an opportunity for all Australians to...
Shortages of critical pain relief continue
The persistent issues with the supply of essential pain relief medications continue to generate concern...
Interim report: Voluntary Assisted Dying in NSW
The NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Board has released their first Interim report for the initial...
New support program for Nurses and Midwives to address sensitive health issues at an early stage
The Australian Government-funded Nurse and Midwife Health Program Australia (NMHPA) is a free, confidential and an independent service...
Advance Care Planning in CALD Communities
On Tuesday 28th May, Palliative Care NSW participated in an Advance Care Planning event for...
Palliative Care NSW response to the 2024–25 NSW State Budget
In our pre-budget submission, Palliative Care NSW emphasised the critical need for enhanced funding, support...
Invest in your Skills: Primary Care Nursing Scholarships are now open
The Australian Government is investing in Australia’s healthcare workforce by providing a new $50.2 million...
National Palliative Care Week 2024 Highlights
National Palliative Care Week (NPCW) was celebrated across the state with a diverse mix of...
Connecting with the Cancer Council NSW team
Dr Peta McVey, PCNSW Palliative Care Guidance Manager, recently provided another professional education session for...
Now More than Ever
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is held every year from 27 May to 3 June and...
Recognising the outstanding achievements of volunteers this National Volunteer Week
Volunteers from four palliative care volunteer services have been recognised for their outstanding achievements today,...