From general practitioners and nurses to allied health, First Nations health, and community care workers, the awards celebrate the people and teams making a meaningful difference to health and wellbeing across the region.
MPHN chair Dr Jodi Culbert said the awards were a valuable opportunity to recognise the dedication of those working across the primary healthcare sector.
“These are the people who care for us when we’re unwell, support us through challenging times, and work every day to keep us and our loved ones healthy and out of hospital,” Dr Culbert said.
“Many rural and regional communities rely heavily on their local primary healthcare professionals.
“The Murrumbidgee Primary Healthcare Awards are a chance to recognise their tireless efforts and lasting impact.
“We encourage everyone across the region to nominate someone who makes a difference and help us shine a light on the outstanding talent we have here in the Murrumbidgee.”
This year’s awards feature four categories: Outstanding Contribution to Leadership in Primary Healthcare, Innovation, Promoting Healthy Living, and Emerging Leader.
MPHN chief executive Stewart Gordon said the awards played an important role in building pride and connection across the primary healthcare workforce.
“Primary healthcare professionals are the backbone of our health system,” Mr Gordon said.
“We want to celebrate their impact and inspire others by sharing their stories. Whether it’s a colleague, a team, or someone new to the sector doing excellent work, we encourage everyone to nominate.”
Nominations are open now and will close at midnight on Sunday, September 7.
Award winners will be announced at the 2025 Primary Healthcare Awards and dinner to be held at The Range Function Centre in Wagga Wagga on Friday, October 31.
To find out more and submit a nomination, visit mphn.org.au/awards.
