What We Do
WentWest is an independent not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving health in Western Sydney. Everything we do is in service of our vision of healthier communities, empowered individuals, and a sustainable primary healthcare workforce and system.
Our Origin Story
Built from the ground up in Western Sydney
Established in 2002, WentWest began as a grassroots organisation supporting general practitioners and primary care providers across Western Sydney.
In 2015, WentWest was appointed as the Western Sydney Primary Health Network (PHN), recognising our strong local foundations and expanding our ability to drive greater health impact.
Our Strength
Accountable to funders, committed to community
As the Western Sydney PHN, we are funded by the Australian Government to deliver national health priorities while responding to local community needs.
Our work is guided by the people, providers and communities of Western Sydney.
Our Commitment
Mission driven, strongly governed, built for impact.
For more than two decades, we have built local knowledge, trusted partnerships and strong governance that translate investment into meaningful health outcomes.
We are designed to balance accountability with community impact, ensuring our work delivers lasting value.
How We Work
We invest in the capability of primary care providers through education, training, support and quality improvement initiatives.
Commission
Fund services that fill the gaps
We assess local health needs and commission services that improve access, equity and outcomes across the region.
Coordinate
Connect and integrate care
We work with partners across the health system to reduce fragmentation and help people access the right care at the right time.
Capacity Build
Strengthen the system
We invest in the capability of primary care providers through education, training, support and quality improvement initiatives.
Our Region
Our Community
Population: 1,181,810
Born Outside Australia: 58%
Speak Language Other Than English At Home: 51.5%
Local Health Services
GP clinics: 336
After Hours GP clinics: 270 (80%)
Urgent Care Centres/Services: 6
Emergency Departments: 5
Medicare Mental Health Centres: 2
Quality & Information Security
WentWest is committed to continuous improvement and has maintained ISO 9001 Quality Management certification since 2007. Supported by strong governance, leadership and a culture of quality, we embed best practice across all areas of our work.
In 2023, WentWest also achieved ISO 27001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to information security, risk management and stakeholder confidence.
Diversity Council Australia
WentWest is a proud member of the Diversity Council Australia, an independent not-for-profit peak body, leading diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Business Details
ABN 80 099 255 106
ACN 099 255 106