Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia - AHCWA

22/01/2026

ACCHOs, have you added your bank details for Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) incentives? 💳

You can add provider bank account details on the Services Australia website: www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/manage-your-details-hpos

For step-by-step instructions, go here 👉 www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/adding-provider-bank-account-details-for-bbpip

For more info visit NACCHO MBS eLearning: https://learn.naccho.org.au/



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22/01/2026

☀ Heatwave Advice - THREAT IS REDUCED - Northern and coastal parts of the Gascoyne and south-western parts of Pilbara ☀

Date of issue: 11:17 AM, 21 Jan 2026.

Changes to the alert level.

⚠️ Heatwave conditions have eased, and temperatures in these areas are returning to typical summer levels.

❗ WHAT TO DO ❗

- Coping with hot weather can be very stressful and tiring. It can take a couple of days for you to completely recover.
- To help you stay healthy after hot weather or extreme heat:
- Continue to drink plenty of water so your body can get back in balance.
- Open windows and doors during cooler parts of the day to ventilate and cool your home if it is safe to do so.
- Get plenty of rest.
- If you feel unwell, make a time to see your closest medical centre.
- Contact family and friends to see how they coped and to check if they need help.
- Think about the things you could do differently so you are more prepared to cope next time it is very hot.
- Make any changes needed to your home so it

ℹ No further updates will be published to Facebook for this incident. For the latest information visit emergency.wa.gov.au or the Emergency WA app.

16/01/2026

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common STI that will infect almost all sexually active people at some point in their lives. Affecting the skin, ge***al area, and throat, HPV usually has no symptoms. While it often goes away without treatment, some HPV infections can cause ge***al warts or abnormal cells to develop, which can lead to cancer.

The most effective way to keep yourself and your kids safe from developing HPV-related cancer is by getting the vaccine. Make sure to provide consent for your kids so they can partake in the school-based immunisation program and walk into 2026 protected.

14/01/2026

The new Get the Facts website is now live.

Get the Facts is the Sexual Health and Blood-Borne Viruses (SHBBVPs) trusted resource for young people, providing accurate information on sexuality, relationships, blood-borne viruses and sexually transmissible infections (STIs). The website offers referral options, a map of where to access free condoms, and free online STI testing. It also serves as the application portal for services seeking free condom dispensers through SHBBVPs statewide dispenser program.

Check out the new site here:

Find a service Find a service Search Search Find a service Image Click Find free condoms Image Click Find free condoms Find free condoms Search Search Ask a question Ask a question What's on your mind? What's on your mind? Ask a question Image Click STI test Image Click STI test STI test How to star...

14/01/2026

WA Minister for Health Infrastructure John Carey has announced a significant increase in the capacity of Fitzroy Crossing's Renal Health Centre in the Kimberley region.

Read more here:

WA Minister for Health Infrastructure John Carey has announced a significant increase in the capacity of Fitzroy Crossing's Renal Health Centre in the Kimberley region.'Expansion of one of our most re...

13/01/2026

National Indigenous Times has looked back on 2025, acknowledging Indigenous success stories, change makers and trailblazers. AHCWA’s Medical Advisor Dr Daniel Hunt was among those recognised, listed as the Medical Professional of the Year.

“Dr Daniel Hunt has demonstrated outstanding leadership in Indigenous health, championing culturally safe, community-controlled services. His recognition as NAIDOC Person of the Year in 2025 acknowledged both his clinical expertise and systemic impact.”

Congratulations Dr Dan for your inspirational leadership within our Sector.

Read more here:

Indigenous Australians have had a significant impact on society throughout 2025. In the final days of the calendar year, National Indigenous Times highlights some of this year's Indigenous success sto...

12/01/2026

The National Centre for Indigenous Genomics (NCIG) team have launched their survey to better understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ perspectives, priorities and concerns relating to genomics research.

The survey is open to:
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• aged 18 years and over

Participation is voluntary and anonymous, and the survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Access the survey here:

23/12/2025

Join our team at AHCWA as a Sexual Health and BBV Program Officer (Youth) (50D).

The Sexual Health and BBV Program Officer (Youth) (50D) coordinates and facilitates culturally appropriate education and health promotion to Aboriginal communities, to increase health literacy and knowledge of STI and BBV prevention, and testing and treatment, with a primary focus on Aboriginal Youth.

For more information, head to:
https://applynow.net.au/jobs/AHCWA1338

22/12/2025

Join our team at AHCWA as a Sexual Health and BBV Program Officer.

The Sexual Health and BBV Program Officer plans, develops, and implements strategies which enhance quality improvement interventions and clinical management activities to reduce STIs and BBVs in Aboriginal people in WA.

This role has become available due to internal succession planning, offering a fantastic opportunity to grow within our organisation.

For more information, head to:
https://applynow.net.au/jobs/AHCWA1337

19/12/2025

And that’s a wrap for us on 2025.

The 2024–2025 year has been a full and significant one for the Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia. This year marks 20 years of operation for our organisation. Thank you to all our Member Services, partners, and stakeholders for walking alongside us this year, and over these past 20.

Please note our office will be closed for the holiday break from Monday, 22 December 2025, reopening on Monday, 5 January 2026.

Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and restful holiday break.

19/12/2025

Join our team at AHCWA as a RTO Compliance Officer.

The RTO Compliance Officer supports the RTO Manager and Executive Manager Workforce Development and Training to ensure AHCWA’s Registered Training Organisation (RTO) meets all requirements, maintains audit readiness, and operates in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2025 (Standards for RTOs 2025).

This newly created role exists due to new National Skills Agreement (NSA) program funding and plays a central part in building the foundations of a high-performing, culturally grounded RTO that strengthens the capability and training pathways of the WA Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) sector.

For more information, head to:
https://applynow.net.au/jobs/AHCWA1336

18/12/2025

The holidays can be a tough time, but you don’t have to go through them alone. While many services are closed, support is still available if needed.