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25/02/2026

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23/02/2026

HealthWISE executive team, lead by CEO Sally Urquhart, congratulated Nicolette Randell, Finance Manager, on 20 years service during their meeting in Moree on Monday. Congratulations on a major milestone Nicolette – two decades of excellence in supporting healthier communities!

21/02/2026

This week we are proud to spotlight our 2026 Active Champions Fund recipients, delivered in partnership with the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS).

Meet Molly Stokeld!

The Tamworth basketballer is aiming for selection in the NSW U16 State Team and the Basketball NSW State Performance Program as she continues to rise through representative ranks.

Training multiple times each week and competing across the state, Molly is working towards her dream of playing professionally and representing Australia at the Olympics.

She is also a dedicated coach and referee for Aussie Hoops and Mini Hoops, giving back to younger players in her community.

The Active Champions Fund will support her travel, training and development as she continues her journey.

20/02/2026

This week we are celebrating our remarkable 2026 Active Champions Fund recipients, supported in partnership with Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS).

Meet Luke Whitty!

A member of the Australian U16 national squad, Luke recently won gold with the NSW U18s and silver with the U16s at the Indoor National Championships.

He is pursuing selection in the NSW U18 team and the Australian U18 Futures Squad, with the ultimate goal of representing Australia on the world stage.

Luke says the fund will help reduce the financial pressure on his family as he balances school, gym work, skills training, team commitments and travel.

For Luke, this is about more than medals. It is about proving that regional kids can achieve anything!

19/02/2026

As excitement builds towards Brisbane 2032, HealthWISE and the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) are backing regional athletes with big dreams.

Today we introduce Isabella Henderson!

The Scone rower is entering her final year at The Armidale School with her sights set on Head of the River success and a podium finish at the Australian Rowing Championships.

She is also aiming for selection in the Australian team for the 2026 World Rowing Junior Championships in Bulgaria.

A three time Citizenship Award winner and recognised for her leadership and courage, Isabella brings character and commitment to everything she does.

She has already used grant funds to purchase her new boat, ‘Bubbles’, and says the support will cover essential training, travel and competition costs.

Her dream is clear: to represent Australia at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

18/02/2026

This week, we are shining a light on our incredible 2026 Active Champions Fund recipients.

In partnership with Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS), HealthWISE is proud to support five outstanding New England North West athletes as they pursue their sporting dreams.

Today we introduce Luke Schmude!

An Armidale hockey player with national experience already under his belt, Luke is striving for another year in the U18 Australian Futures Squad and selection in the NSW U21 outdoor team. In January, he helped the NSW U18s secure gold at the Indoor National Championships.

Luke is more than an athlete. He is also a coach and umpire for local players and was named Young Official of the Year at the 2025 NSW Community Sports Awards.

His ultimate goal? To wear the green and gold as a Kookaburra on the world stage!

The Active Champions Fund will help ease the costs of training, travel and international competition as he works towards that dream.

17/02/2026

In partnership with the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS), HealthWISE is proud to support five outstanding young athletes through the 2026 Active Champions Fund.

Today we celebrate Charlotte Williams!

From Warrah Ridge in the Liverpool Plains, Charlotte is a dual talent in hockey and athletics. A member of the NSW state hockey squad and recently selected as a shadow for the U16 team, she is also preparing to compete in discus at the Australian Junior Championships.

She is striving for NSW U18 hockey selection while continuing to excel in athletics, and dreams of representing Australia at the Commonwealth Games and the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.

The grant will support coaching, competition travel and new equipment as she continues to push her limits.

Through the HealthWISE Gift Fund, we are proud to invest in health, opportunity and the future of regional communities.

13/02/2026

Roses are red, violets are blue…
If meaningful work matters, this could be for you.

If you are a mental health professional wanting more than just a job, HealthWISE could be the one.

- A career with real impact in rural and regional communities
- Strong team support within established mental health programs
- Education opportunities and regular clinical supervision
- Flexibility to work part-time or full-time
- Support towards accreditation and credentialling
- Professional development budget + EAP access

Tamworth | Armidale | Glen Innes | Gunnedah | Inverell | Moree | Narrabri | Ipswich
With outreach opportunities across surrounding communities.

This Valentines Day, fall in love with work that makes a difference.

Register your interest by emailling mentalhealth@healthwise.org.au or learn more through our careers page.

13/02/2026

To wrap up National Lunchbox Week, The University of Newcastle, Australia dietetics students have shared some easy ways to add more veggies into your day 🥕

From quick swaps to simple snack ideas, these tips are designed to make healthy choices easier, especially when life is busy. Created during their placement with our Dietitian Amy Ashman in Armidale, we hope they give you a little inspiration for the week ahead!

Which tip will you try first? 👇
Or share your favourite way to sneak more veggies into your day!

Nutrition Australia University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health

12/02/2026

📍IPSWICH
Please be aware that our Ipswich office is not staffed today, for any enquires, please contact our Tamworth office on 02 6766 1394.

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12/02/2026

Congratulations to Warialda nursing student Jessica-Lea McDougall and Moree psychology student Georgia Clissold, who have each received $10,000 scholarships to support their studies and future careers in rural and regional health.

This special celebration marked 20 years of the Dr William Hunter Scholarship and 10 years of the Healthy Communities Scholarship, proudly supported by Barwon Health Alliance, the Gwydir Valley Cotton Growers Association, and many generous local community groups and individuals.

These scholarships play a vital role in supporting local students to return home with the skills and experience needed to strengthen health services across our region.

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11/02/2026

We are halfway through National Lunchbox Week, and The University of Newcastle, Australia dietetics students on placement with us have put together this handy lunchbox formula to help make weekday lunches quicker, easier and more balanced! This simple guide is perfect for those mornings when you are stuck for ideas or short on time.

Now over to you 👇
What's your go-to lunchbox filler or favourite easy lunch? Share your ideas in the comments to help inspire others!

Nutrition Australia University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health