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Health and Knowledge Precinct — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebDecember 2021. I was thrilled by the recent announcement of $1 million for planning for the Wagga Wagga Health and Knowledge Precinct. The precinct has the potential to improve services in the region, train the health workforce we need locally and, through research, come up with solutions to health challenges.

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$500 MILLION RURAL HEALTH BOOST — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebI am thrilled with the announcement of $1 million for planning for the Wagga Wagga Health and Knowledge Precinct. I have been involved with this project for number of years.

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$46.8 MILLION TO EXPAND SUCCESSFUL WELLBEING NURSES IN …

WebThe NSW Government has earmarked $46.8 million over four years as part of the 2020-21 NSW Budget to deliver 100 new school-based nurses to support the health and wellbeing needs of students and their families.

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MORE THAN $149 MILLION TO REDUCE COSTS FOR REGIONAL …

WebMore than 45,000 people in rural and regional NSW are set to benefit from an expansion of the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS), with the NSW Government investing an additional $149.5 million as part of the 2022-23 NSW Budget.

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About — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebMember for Wagga Wagga Dr Joe McGirr has worked in regional NSW for more than 30 years, firstly in emergency medicine, then in health and hospital management, followed by time in university administration before entering politics.

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CRUCIAL PROGRAM CHANGING LIVES OF REGIONAL PATIENTS

Web4,572 new patients have taken advantage of the increased financial assistance available to people in regional communities who need to travel long distances to receive specialist care.

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Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebThe Independent Member for Wagga Wagga, Dr Joe McGirr, and local Nationals MLC Wes Fang have joined forces across both houses of parliament to push for major improvements to the community benefits package proposed for communities affected by HumeLink. May 9, 2024. May 9, 2024. NEW LAW OUTLINES PATHWAY TOWARDS DEMERGERS.

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HUGE WIN FOR LOCAL CANCER PATIENTS — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebIn a major breakthrough for Riverina cancer patients, the Independent Member for Wagga Wagga, Dr Joe McGirr, has secured a pledge from the government in parliament to provide free (bulk-billed) radiotherapy …

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Wagga Women's Health Centre joins NSW Pro-Choice Alliance to …

WebI personally do not support abortion. However, I recognise the expectations of women to access a range of services safely provided … read the full story online via The Daily Advertiser

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Hospital planning progress welcome news for Tumut

WebAfter months of lobbying for an update on the by-election promise, a skeleton timeline was produced at a community information session on Thursday …

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Care advised ahead of second Wagga heatwave — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebThe sweltering heat is set to hit on Wednesday, with temperatures topping 40 degrees and it won’t get much better until Sunday …

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$50,000 GRANTS TO CREATE MENTALLY HEALTHY WORKPLACES

WebProjects and initiatives that help support mental health recovery in the workplace could be eligible for a NSW Government grant worth up to $50,000.

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Bomen boost a win for Wagga's future — Dr Joe McGirr MP

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WAGGA SAFE HAVEN OPENS ITS DOORS TO PEOPLE IN SUICIDAL …

WebAnyone in the local community who is feeling rising distress or experiencing suicidal thoughts can now seek support at the new ‘Safe Haven’ located in Wagga, one of 20 new drop in centres being trialled across NSW.

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GOVERNMENT MUST RESTORE PALLIATIVE CARE FUNDING

WebThe end of life is something that many of us prefer not to think about, but it comes to us all and where possible, we all deserve to pass on peacefully and without unnecessary pain.   

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SECURING HOUSING FOR THE HOMELESS — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebRough sleepers across NSW are about to benefit from the largest housing response dedicated to rough sleepers in NSW history with a program to secure homes rapidly from the private rental market underway.

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Volunteer keeps Women's Health Centre 'mumming' along

WebJackie Sellars has been a volunteer at the Wagga Women’s Health Centre since March 2016. From simple tasks, keeping the centre running day-to-day, to more complex roles, Jackie has become a vital part of the team. As an administration officer and receptionist, Jackie has been described as approa

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Funding to help highlight Indigenous history at Lockhart

WebAlongside members of the Lockhart and District Historical Society members Heather Trevaskis, Max Day, Fran Day and Rose Lehemann, Wagga MP Dr Joe McGirr said the grant would support the installment of a large 10-panel mural…

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Reassurance and support follow Wagga Primary School fire

WebIt was heartbreaking to see the fire-torn ruins of such a wonderful heritage building at Wagga Public School today. After meeting with Director of Education, I was reassured …

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'All is not well in the bush' — Dr Joe McGirr MP

WebThe words echoed through State Parliament today, as the newly elected member for Murray - Helen Dalton gave her maiden speech … click to watch the 9 News Riverina story.

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Honours and accolades to TAFE NSW graduates — Dr Joe McGirr …

WebNot only did I have the opportunity to personally congratulate TAFE NSW awardees at the Riverina’s graduation ceremony, I was able to meet some amazing residents too. Science graduate Mehwish Adnan (pictured), who took out the Rotary Leadership award, said her studies had ignited a passion for gre

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