Our role and region
COORDINARE is the South Eastern NSW Primary Health Network (PHN). Our role is to improve the health and wellbeing of our community which is one of the largest rural and regional populations in NSW.
Our region stretches from Helensburgh in the north to the Victorian border in the south and inland to Cooma / Monaro, Queanbeyan, Yass and Goulburn.
12
local government areas and territories
over
648,800
total population
771
general practitioners
over
50,000 km2
spanned distance
Most recent news
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Leading Australian mental health peer workforce development
27 March 2025
South Eastern NSW continues to lead Australia in investing in the professional development and career progression of the mental health peer (lived experience) workforce, who play a vital role in our mental health system.
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COPD Action Plan reduces anxiety and potential hospital visits for Brian
24 March 2025
Cooma resident Brian Warner says having a COPD Action Plan is helpful and reduces anxiety.
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Make your choices matter this national advance care planning week
17 March 2025
This National Advance Care Planning week (17 to 23 March) is the perfect time to start a conversation with loved ones and health providers, so they know what matters most to you and respect your treatment preferences.
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Free new adult Mental Health Hubs making a difference in South Eastern NSW
14 March 2025
People living in South Eastern NSW can now access a new, free mental health service for adults who are experiencing moderate psychological distress, with locations in Wollongong, Shoalhaven, Goulburn, Bega and Queanbeyan.
Read more About Free new adult Mental Health Hubs making a difference in South Eastern NSW
Get involved
We value the insights and expertise that community members, health professionals and service providers bring to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. This feedback is key to our success in funding the right health services to address local needs.
We've made a commitment to ask what works, and also what needs to change. Follow the links below to see how you can be part of the conversation.
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Friends of COORDINARE
Make a difference to the way health care is delivered in your community. Share your thoughts through paid and/or voluntary opportunities.
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Health Professionals Hub
Connect and collaborate with your health professional peers as we strive towards one coordinated health system.
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Service provider support
Find out about opportunities to create new partnerships, build capacity or trial innovative service models.
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