Women's Health Goulburn North East

04/09/2026

Yesterday we brought prevention practitioners from across Ovens Murray and Goulburn Valley together in Wangaratta for our first Gendered Violence Prevention Workshop, in partnership with First Person Consulting.

Together, participants mapped the factors that influence gendered violence prevention in our region and explored the connections between them. The workshop helped build a shared understanding of the levers that can create positive change in regional and rural communities.

We were inspired by the passion, knowledge and commitment in the room, and we're excited to continue these important conversations with our partners as we work towards preventing gendered violence in our region.

This was just the first step. We're looking forward to continuing the work when we meet again in Shepparton on 24 September.

30/08/2026

💗 Make the time, book your check.

Looking after your health doesn't have to be complicated. Knowing when to have recommended screening and health checks can help detect issues early and give you peace of mind.

Our Screening & Testing for Good Health campaign was developed to help women understand which health checks are recommended, feel more confident accessing care, and take simple steps to prioritise their health.

✅ Cervical screening
✅ Breast screening
✅ Bowel screening
✅ Sexual health checks

Whether you're due for a routine check-up or have been putting it off, now is a great time to make your health a priority.

Learn more about recommended screening and testing for women:
https://www.whealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Scans-Checks-Flyer-WHGNE.pdf

23/08/2026

Hot flushes aren’t the whole story.

Changes to sleep, mood, energy, concentration, periods and how you feel in yourself can all happen during perimenopause and menopause.

But when you don’t know what to expect, it can be easy to put those changes down to stress, getting older, or simply not coping as well as you used to.

Knowing the signs can help you make sense of what’s happening and seek support when you need it.

If you’ve noticed changes and something doesn’t feel quite right, trust yourself. You know your body best.

Learn more about perimenopause and menopause, common symptoms, and where to find reliable information and support in our information flyer. 👇

https://www.whealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Menopause-Flyer-WHGNE.pdf

11/08/2026

Join us this September for two regional Gendered Violence Prevention Workshops facilitated by First Person Consulting.

Share your organisation's experience and expertise to inform a shared understanding of prevention across the Goulburn Valley and Ovens Murray regions, and help identify opportunities for greater collaboration, alignment and impact.

The workshops:

📍 Wangaratta | 3 September | 10:30am-2:30pm
📍 Shepparton | 24 September | 10:30am-1:30pm

Your perspective matters. Register today and help shape a shared approach to prevention across our region.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Z09K8vnxKz

Please share with your networks. 💜

06/08/2026

Hot flushes, sleep changes, mood shifts, brain fog... menopause and perimenopause can bring a lot of changes, but you don't have to navigate them alone.

You’re invited to a free online community information session to learn more about menopause, perimenopause and the support available to help you thrive through this stage of life.

Join Women's Health GNE and menopause practitioner, Sarah Gray for this one hour session:

💻 Online: Thursday 20 August, 6:00pm
👉 Register now by visiting:
https://bit.ly/menopause_online

BreastScreen Victoria

Join Women's Health Goulburn North East and menopause practitioner Sarah Gray for a free information session about all things menopause, 6:00pm on Thursday 20 August

29/07/2026

Everyone should have access to healthcare that meets their needs and makes them feel heard.

That's why we've created new resources to support women and girls to advocate for themselves within the healthcare system.

You can download our simple pocket-sized resource to help prepare for appointments and communicate what matters most:

https://www.whealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Self-Advocacy-Wallet-Card.png

The prompts can help you explain your symptoms, ask questions and make sure your concerns are clearly understood.

Because your voice matters in healthcare.

26/07/2026

The Women’s Health Mobile Clinic will be in Yarrawonga, offering free 45-min consultations with a Nurse Practitioner, from 27 July to 28 August 2026.

This service is for women of all ages and teenagers.

Location: Yarrawonga Denis Medical Group, 72 Woods Road, Yarrawonga

For more information visit breastscreen.org.au/whmc and to book call 03 9675 0050.

We encourage the community to prioritise their health and book an appointment today. 🫶

22/07/2026

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest
technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile
devices.

It will be ready to use in October 2026, but before it launches, we
need to test the system across Australia.

On Monday 27 July, your mobile devices, such as mobile phones,
tablets and smart watches, may receive a test alert.

The test times across Australian time zones are:
• 2:00 pm AEST (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
• 1:30 pm ACST (SA, NT, Broken Hill NSW)
• 12:00 pm AWST (WA)

If you use a concealed or hidden phone to help keep you safe, including because of domestic and family violence, think about whether receiving emergency warnings on that device is right for your situation.

Important: you can still receive AusAlerts if your phone is on ‘silent’ or ‘do not disturb’.

A device that is switched off or in aeroplane mode will not receive AusAlert messages.

If it’s not safe to receive AusAlerts on your devices, keep them turned off or in aeroplane mode until you need them.

You may choose to receive AusAlert messages on your non-hidden mobile device, such as your everyday mobile phone, smart watch or tablet, and keep your hidden device switched off to protect your privacy, safety and battery life.

Choose the option that best supports your personal circumstances and safety needs.

If you are concerned about your immediate safety, call 000.

If you have concerns for your safety and would like further advice or support, you can call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).

For Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander services, call 13YARN (13 92 76).

14/07/2026

Women’s healthcare is getting better, so you can too, with online care options and women’s health services across the state. Find your nearest service and learn more at womenshealth.vic.gov.au

12/07/2026

Free women’s health appointments are available in Alexandra and Yea this July.

The Women’s Health Mobile Clinic offers free 45-minute appointments with a nurse, close to home.

You can talk about cervical and bowel screening, contraception, periods, pelvic pain, bladder concerns, perimenopause, menopause, STIs, irregular bleeding or any other women’s health question.

The service is for women of all ages, teenagers and people with a cervix.

If you need to see a doctor, specialist or another service, the nurse can help guide you with next steps and referrals.

🏡 Locations:

Alexandra District Health
12 Cooper Street, Alexandra

Yea & District Memorial Hospital
45 Station Street, Yea

Clinics will also be held in:

Eildon
Marysville
Yarck
Kinglake
Toolangi
Highlands
Flowerdale

To book your free appointment, call 03 9675 0050 or use the callback form on the BreastScreen Victoria website:

https://www.breastscreen.org.au/community-engagement/womens-health-mobile-clinic/

Women's Health Goulburn North East is the government funded specialist women's health service for the