Supporting Western Sydney’s Mental Health Workforce
Mental health and suicide prevention remain critical priorities for Western Sydney, with growing demand for support across the region and increasing levels of psychological distress reported in recent years. WentWest continues to invest in workforce development opportunities that strengthen the skills, confidence and connections of local health professionals so they can support people experiencing mental […]
Living Out Loud: National Diabetes Week in Western Sydney
National Diabetes Week, running from 12–18 July, is an opportunity to raise awareness of diabetes and highlight the support available to people across Western Sydney. This year’s Diabetes Australia campaign, Living Out Loud, encourages people living with diabetes, carers, researchers, health professionals and community members to share the one thing they wish others knew about […]
Have a Yarn about Cervical Screening – New Campaign now Live
A new state-wide campaign, “Cervical Screening for Mob”, is now live, supporting Aboriginal women and people with a cervix aged 25–74 to stay up to date with life-saving cervical screening. Cervical screening every five years is the most effective way to help prevent cervical cancer. However, we know Aboriginal women and people with a cervix often […]
Changes to Assignment of Benefit (AoB) Process
Update – 26 June 2026 The Australian Government and Department of Health, Disability and Ageing have listened to concerns raised by stakeholders about the amended Medicare assignment of benefit legislative requirements that will take effect on 1 July 2026. While there will be greater flexibility in how health providers can obtain patient consent for bulk […]
Refugee Health Focus for Western Sydney Clinicians
Health professionals across Western Sydney are being urged to register for a special online session focusing on refugee health – Refugee Health in Western Sydney: A Million Stories This unique educational session on Wednesday 17 June (6:30 PM – 7:45 PM) offers clinicians practical insights they can immediately apply in their daily practice. Seats are […]
Steven Adams Honoured with OAM
“We are on this earth for a very short time. It is our responsibility to contribute to build a stronger and healthier future for our next generation.” Steven Adams OAM. WentWest is incredibly proud to share that Board member, Steven Adams has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for “service to […]
1800MEDICARE: A Single Front Door for Health Consumers
A national campaign is rolling out to position 1800MEDICARE as a simple, reliable entry point to Australia’s health system—helping people find the right care, first time. Led by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and supported by the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA), the initiative is aimed at increasing awareness across both the community […]
RSV Surging Early in Western Sydney
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in Western Sydney is tracking high again in 2026, with more than 5,000 cases already reported by May, signalling an early and sustained season and reinforcing the need for strong primary care readiness. New local data show RSV notifications have remained elevated since becoming notifiable in September 2022, rising sharply from […]
Listening and Walking Together
Listening and acting together to make real health change for First Nations communities in Western Sydney was a key theme of National Reconciliation Week for WentWest. The 2026 Reconciliation Week theme, All In, calls on all health professionals to work with community to continuing to listen, strengthening partnerships, and supporting a health system shaped by […]
Breaking Barriers: Improving Cancer Screening in Cumberland
Health professionals, community organisations and residents came together at the recent Cumberland Neighbourhood Networking event to explore how to improve cancer screening participation across the region. Discussions focused on encouraging people to visit their GP and to feel confident sharing their experiences with family and friends. The session, Strengthening Cancer Prevention, is the fifth in […]