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Ministerial media release

Additional paramedics for Gunnedah

Communities in New England are benefiting from a boost to frontline emergency care, with an additional 16 paramedics now on the road in Gunnedah.

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Community Wheels Turn for Seniors Festival in Tumbarumba

The aged care residents at Tumbarumba MPS enjoyed a range of activities with locals for the 2026 NSW Senior's Festival, including a special tri-bike outing.

Ministerial media release

Minns Labor Government boosts Aboriginal-led heart research to drive improved health outcomes

The Minns Labor Government is investing more than $4 million in Aboriginal-led research projects which aim to reduce heart disease and improve heart health outcomes for Aboriginal communities across NSW.

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Griffith Base Hospital Redevelopment - Removal of temporary tunnels from 24 March to 3 April 2026

Health Infrastructure is completing the redevelopment of Griffith Base Hospital .

Ministerial media release

Additional paramedics for Tweed Heads and Grafton

Patients in Northern NSW are benefiting from a boost to frontline emergency care, with an additional 14 paramedics now on the road in Tweed Heads, and another 6 paramedics on the road in Grafton.