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Funding Announced for Dialysis and Same-Day Cancer Service Planning.
The Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas visited NCN Health Cobram on Thursday 27th November 2025. During this visit, the Minister announced a $255,000 investment to support the planning for a new day-stay dialysis unit and same-day cancer care service at the health service. To further assist local patients, the Minister also announced a one-off grant for NCN Health to deploy two dedicated patient transport vehicles. These vehicles will make it easier for people to travel safely and comfortably to their appointments, while the new facility is planned for.
Read moreAnnual General Meeting on November 26th
The NCN Health Board of Directors invites you to attend, in person or online, the Annual General Meeting. The AGM is an opportunity to table the Annual Report and celebrate our Staff Service Awards and Annual Awards. This year the AGM will be held in Numurkah, on Wednesday 26th November, 4pm. You are invited to attend in person or via zoom.
Read moreEarly Works Commence on the ‘new’ Pioneers Lodge
After months of planning, consultation and design, early works to prepare for the new 'Pioneers Lodge' have begun at NCN Health Numurkah. Land acquisition negotiations were recently finalised and NCN Health has appointed Crow Constructions to manage the early works of this project. This includes the demolition of several dwellings on Hurley Court, general site clean-up and preparation. This is expected to take 2 – 3 weeks in total.
Read moreBoard Director Positions – Applications Open October 31st
The Minister for Health, the Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MP, invites applications for part-time Board Director positions at NCN Health, commencing 1 July 2026 for terms of up to three years. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute to the leadership and governance of Victoria’s public health system. Applications close midnight, Sunday 23 November 2025.
Read moreCoombs Memorial Unveiled
NCN Health Numurkah has reinstalled a memorial to Dr Coombs on Coombs Memorial Drive, Katamatite - Nathalia Road, Numurkah. This new memorial sign has been erected as part of the 150th celebrations of the gazetting of Numurkah and Wunghnu — and represents NCN Health’s contribution and legacy project to these important community milestones.
Read moreNCN Health Seeks Community Feedback on Strategic Planning.
NCN Health has commenced the development of its next strategic plan. The Board and Senior Leadership Team are committed to ensuring the plan is informed by the voices of NCN Health's community. The survey is anonymous, and the data is being collected and reviewed by Nicole Amsing, an independent consultant who is supporting NCN Health with the development of its strategic plan. The survey has seven questions and should only take you 5 - 10 minutes to complete.
Read moreCelebrating a Century, Nancy Retallick Turns 100
A letter from the King and Governor General and surrounded by family and friends, Nancy Retallick marked 100 years of memories on Saturday May 24th.
Read moreOperating Theatre Upgrades at Numurkah
From mid-May, NCN Health Numurkah will begin upgrades to its operating theatre to support the delivery of safe, high-quality care. Funded by the Victorian Government, these works aim to meet modern standards with minimal disruption to services. Planning is underway to reschedule a small number of procedures, and additional theatre sessions will help reduce impacts on patients.
Read moreNCN Health Cobram Nominated for Community Award.
NCN Health Cobram Campus was honoured to receive a nomination for Community Event of the Year at the recent Australia Day Celebrations.
Read moreCobram Campus Redevelopment Update
The Cobram Campus Urgent Care and Acute Ward Redevelopment is in its final stages of construction and is on track to be completed by the end of the year. The redevelopment started in February 2023, with the new Urgent Care Centre Opening and operational in March 2024.
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