The Regional Health Professionals Network (HPN) program continues to grow its reach and impact with the addition of three new sector partnerships in recent months.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Australia (RFDS), St John WA, and the Australian Medical Association (WA) have each joined the HPN program, reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting and retaining health professionals across rural WA.
St John WA’s partnership will see HPN activities delivered at country centres and depots to support paramedics and volunteers through stronger community integration and professional networking. While the RFDS has joined forces to reduce professional isolation and build support networks for aeromedical staff, with activities planned at its Broome, Port Hedland, and Kalgoorlie bases.
Most recently, AMA (WA) joined as an Associate Partner, bringing its workplace support services, education, and youth outreach programs to the HPN membership.
Rural Health West General Manager Education and Engagement, Leesa Thomas, said the partnerships mark a significant step forward for rural workforce support.
“Partnering with respected organisations like St John WA, RFDS, and AMA (WA) shows the importance and power of collaboration,” she said.
“It ensures rural health professionals feel supported, connected, and valued which ultimately benefits the communities they serve.”
For further information on any of the networks, visit the following websites: gohpn.com.au, gshpn.com.au, khpn.com.au, mwhpn.com.au, phpn.com.au, swhpn.com.au, wbhpn.com.au