Residents of Lismore and surrounding communities now have access to increased mental health support, following the appointment of a specialist mental health clinician and the launch of a new crisis support service.

The Minns Labor Government is improving mental healthcare right across New South Wales, including in rural and regional areas where it can be harder to access support.

Northern NSW Local Health District is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after being notified of a confirmed case who was infectious while visiting several locations in the Byron Bay area.

People who attended the following locations should watch for the development of symptoms. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.

Monday, 9 February 2026

NNSWLHD is excited to welcome 39 new medical interns to boost the local health workforce

New service offers free transport for cancer patients to Tweed Valley Hospital

Range of healthcare options available over Christmas and New Year

Patients give thumbs up to Northern NSW emergency department staff in latest BHI survey

Latest results from the BHI Healthcare Quarterly Report (Jul - Sep 2025)

Residents of Lismore, Richmond Valley and Kyogle shires eligible for free Japanese Encephalitis vaccine

Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is urging residents to take precautions against tick bites, following three recent cases of tick-related anaphylaxis in local hospitals.

Tick anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can occur immediately after being bitten by an adult tick. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, hives, dizziness and fainting. Immediate treatment with an adrenaline autoinjector (such as an EpiPen) and calling Triple Zero (000) is critical.

The Clarence Valley community is invited to provide feedback on the Grafton Base Hospital Redevelopment planning documents, with the planning application now on public exhibition. The release of the Review of Environmental Factors planning documentation follows community consultation held in Grafton in September and October of this year, with valuable feedback and input from staff, stakeholders and the community continuing to help shape the redevelopment.