- New Tennant Creek health worker accommodation opens
- AIDA conference sponsorship
- Become a cyber champion: Strengthening Australian healthcare’s cyber resilience
- Knowledge Translation Summit
- Sector Jobs
The NACCHO Sector News is a platform we use to showcase the important work being done in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, focusing on the work of NACCHO, NACCHO members and NACCHO affiliates.
We also share a curated selection of news stories that are of likely interest to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector, broadly.
New Tennant Creek health worker accommodation opens
New staff accommodation at an aged-care facility in Tennant Creek has been officially opened, delivering a boost for the local health workforce.
The housing, built at the Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation, is part of the federal government’s commitment to invest in remote communities and Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health services.
The accommodation will be available to both local and visiting clinical staff who provide primary health care to Indigenous people in Tennant Creek and surrounding communities. It is expected to help address workforce shortages and improve continuity of care.
National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) CEO Pat Turner said the new facilities reflected investment in the “foundations of care,” enabling health professionals in the Barkly to remain close to home.
The project was co-designed with the First Nations health sector and aligns with Priority Reform Two of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap — building the Community-Controlled sector.
Ms Turner said this approach reflected this, arguing it was “led locally, supported nationally, with the Australian Government; working in genuine partnership with our community-controlled sector and strong co-investment from Anyinginyi”.
“When our workforce has appropriate and supportive accommodation, they can stay longer and provide the consistent, culturally safe, comprehensive primary health care our people deserve, and that’s how we Close the Gap in Tennant Creek,” she added.
Read the full article here.
New staff accomodation at Tenant Creek’s Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation.
AIDA conference sponsorship
NACCHO is proud to support three Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander doctors to attend the AIDA 2025 Conference on Gadigal Country this November!
To be considered for sponsorship, applicants must:
- Be a current AIDA member
- Be employed at an ACCHO
- Be PGY2+
- Complete the two-step application process before the deadline
- Have CEO support for both the application and conference attendance
Successful applicants will receive:
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Sydney (26–30 November)
- Return flights from their nearest major airport
- On-ground transfers to/from Sydney airport
- Full conference registration
The application deadline has been extended to 5PM AEST, Friday 26 September 2025.
Please visit the AIDA conference webpage for further details and to apply. 
Become a cyber champion: Strengthening Australian healthcare’s cyber resilience
Australia’s healthcare sector is facing ever-evolving cyber threats, and now more than ever, building a strong cyber security culture is vital. The Cyber Champions Network is a community of healthcare professionals with the collective goal to foster a proactive, engaged, and security-conscious healthcare ecosystem. Together, members are strengthening Australia’s collective cyber defences and enhancing the sector’s ability to respond to emerging threats.
How Does the Program Work?
Participants join five interactive fortnightly sessions, each running 1 to 2 hours. The program is designed to build positive cyber behaviours, including:
- Understanding the types of cyber security threats and risks that are currently affecting Australian healthcare organisations.
- Learn about the best practices to secure your systems.
- Recognise that cyber security is everyone’s responsibility and learn about the impact of social media and your digital footprint, as well as supply chain risk and vendor management.
- Learn how to build cyber resilience, including creating a cyber incident response plan and cyber security awareness program.
Participant feedback
“The presenters create an atmosphere where no question is too basic, which helps build confidence for participants who may feel less experienced with technology. Real case studies are woven into each session using plain English and relatable analogies such as comparing strong passwords to infection control.
“In today’s environment, cybersecurity in healthcare is patient safety. The Cyber Champions Network webinars have shown that when staff are supported with approachable presenters, real stories, and ready-to-use tools, they don’t just learn — they become advocates for cyber awareness in their own right.”
-Venjie Diola, AMSANT Information system Manager
Ready to Join?
Participation in the Cyber Champions Program is free, and no technical skills are required. New sessions are commencing in the new year starting on the 3rd February 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to become a leader in cybersecurity within your healthcare organisation.
Take the next step to protect your organisation and join the Cyber Champions Network today! Register your interest here.
Venjie Diola presenting at the AMSANT Digital Health forum held in Mbantua (Alice Springs).
Knowledge Translation Summit
Lowitja Institute invites you to our Knowledge Translation Summit 2025, an online event that will bring together First Nations peoples, communities, researchers, and policymakers to share knowledge, highlight innovation, and influence systems change.
The Summit will showcase presentations from Lowitja Institute’s 4th International Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Conference, giving those who couldn’t attend on Kaurna Country the opportunity to hear from First Nations peoples leading national and international programs and research.
Learn more and register here.
Image source: Lowitja Institute
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