Dr Daniel Rankmore

23/03/2025

This morning, we held the March for Melanoma in Tamworth to raise awareness and funds in the fight against the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. A big thank you to Greg Parker for organizing the event and to Adam Brook for his advocacy. It’s not too late to donate! You can find the link in the comments. Melanoma Institute Australia

28/02/2025

The Melanoma Institute Australia reports that 1 Australian is diagnosed with Melanoma every 30 minutes.

The Parkes MP says the procedure has been 'completely successful'.

10/11/2024

🌞 Melanoma Hotspot Alert 🌞

Did you know Hunter New England Local Health District ranks 3rd in NSW for melanoma rates, with nearly 1,000 cases expected this year.

Take action to protect your skin—no matter where you live!

Learn more about reducing your risk of skin cancer: https://ow.ly/zFFA50U0Wfg

18/10/2024

Life long learning. Today I was back at John Hunter Hospital for two quick anaesthetic simulation courses to finish a big week.

21/07/2024

Sometimes, I think the Government just doesn't get it...

We regret to inform you that fees will be increasing due to the recent changes in the State Budget by the NSW State Government. Payroll Tax will now apply to contracted doctors, and as a result, fees will need to be raised by 10-20% starting from September 2024. This decision comes after two years of advocating for alternative solutions, and we have no choice but to resort to this measure.

We encourage you to read further information on our website:
https://www.tallowwoodhealth.com.au/payrolltax

If you believe this taxation will hinder your access to healthcare, please share your experience with the Hon. Kevin Anderson.
https://www.kevinanderson.com.au/contact

12/07/2024

“Improving access to family doctors was key to easing the wider crisis across the NHS and reducing pressure on hospitals, Streeting said.”

Health secretary wants to bring back family doctors, cut pressure on hospitals and solve pay disputes

03/07/2024

“"Anxiety is a brain that doesn't feel safe and a body that's getting ready to … protect us.”

Charlie's 12-year-old daughter is so anxious that she bites her nails until they bleed. Here are some ways parents can help children in distress.

20/05/2024

08/05/2024

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🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Walking Wins in Tamworth! 💓

Yesterday, our community came together for the Heart Week Walk, a fantastic event organised by the Heart Foundation’s Tamworth Trekkers and the Tamworth Cardiovascular Working Group. It was a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a leisurely stroll through Bicentennial Park while raising awareness about heart health.

Heart Week is all about educating and empowering individuals to take positive steps towards heart health. This year's focus was on the benefits of walking with the launch of the Walking Wins campaign. Our very own Dr Daniel Rankmore shared insights into the importance of staying active to prevent heart disease. He emphasised that many people are unaware of their risk factors for heart disease, urging everyone to pay attention to silent risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol.

“It is vital for the community to take time to focus their attention on the prevention and management of chronic conditions such as heart disease.”

“Walking can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease. It’s an ideal form of physical activity because it’s free, accessible, and can be done almost anywhere. Achieving 30 minutes of walking each day can significantly lower your risk of heart disease and support overall well-being.”

With only 1 in 5 adults meeting recommended activity levels, walking just 30 minutes a day can significantly lower heart disease risks, stroke by 35% and Type 2 diabetes by 40%. Richard Nankervis, CEO of the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network, stressed the impact of walking in reducing cardiovascular disease.

The Tamworth Trekkers Walking Group, led by Robyn Barton, continues to promote heart health with regular walks and social events. If you're keen to join them for their next walk, a friendly chat, and blood pressure check, feel free to reach out to Robyn for more information: http://walking.heartfoundation.org.au/walking/group/tamworth-trekkers 🏃‍♂️👟

16/04/2024

TW is looking for a GP with a special interest in Aged Care to join the team and help with RACF patients. This would be a well-supported and flexible role with a high % available.

Join the team As our region continues to grow we are ready to help meet the needs of our community. Are you interested in joining our team? We’d love to hear from you. You can contact our Practice Manager, Bek Hooley, with your cover letter and CV at: join@twhealth.com.au   Dr Daniel Rankmore (GP...

26/03/2024

Good on you Adam Marshall MP. Surely there must be a better way than directly taxing employment. Profit and asset taxing makes sense, taxing businesses for employing people does not.

This makes more sense than the recent plan to extend the tax to contractors, a move that would push up the cost of seeing local GPs.

✍🏼🚫💰BILL INTRODUCED TO ABOLISH PAYROLL TAX IN THE BUSH ✍🏼🚫💰

Last week I introduced legislation into State Parliament to abolish payroll tax throughout rural and regional NSW, ensuring businesses in the bush can grow and thrive without financial penalties.

My Payroll Tax Amendment (Regional NSW Exemption) Bill 2024 will create a special economic zone outside Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong and everything within that zone will be exempt from paying payroll tax.

Payroll tax is outdated and archaic, costing country businesses millions of dollars each year, just like Terry Rhodes Earthmoving in Armidale.

I’ve been talking to local businesses who are looking to expand, or who are feeling the bite from cost-of-living pressures, and who are enormously tired of government restrictions.

I have long said that payroll tax is a huge burden on businesses, it is a terrible and punitive tax – it is a tax on employment in that the more employees you have the more tax you pay.

NSW’s current payroll tax rate is 5.45 per cent above the threshold of $1.2 million with regional NSW contributing to about 8.2 per cent of total payroll tax revenue.

Country NSW would be the only area in all of Australia where there is no payroll tax liability.

This will undoubtedly result in new businesses relocating from interstate, bring pour regional communities growth and prosperity.

MORE: https://www.adammarshall.com.au/mp-introduces-bill-to-abolish-payroll-tax-for-bush-businesses/

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