voices4health

Voices4Health is a way for the CESPHN to engage with the community it serves.

Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN) is a not-for profit organisation funded by the Federal government to respond to health needs and health service gaps in the area. We work in partnership with all areas of the health system to improve outcomes for community members. This might mean funding services that can fill a gap, such as a mental health service to meet the needs of young people or training local doctors to stay up to date with the latest technology.  

Your say about health needs and services

voices4health is the place where people living in central and eastern Sydney can contribute to decision-making about health needs and services in the area where they live. This is a place where you can register to have your say about health needs and health services and find out about other community consultation opportunities.  

If you:  

• live in one of these postcodes  
• use health services, either for yourself or someone you care for  

• do not work in the health or welfare system
• are keen to provide useful feedback and insight with the goal to improve healthcare for all 

Complete this form to register

If you register for voices4health, we will contact you when a suitable opportunity for participation arises. Most opportunities will be paid. We will keep you informed via this website and a newsletter.

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Join the CESPHN Community Council

Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN) is seeking applications from community members to join our Community Council in 2026.

The Community Council brings together community members and those working in community services, offering valuable insights into the intersection of primary care and community needs. The Council plays a key role in ensuring local voices are heard and reflected in CESPHN’s work to improve health and wellbeing across our region.

We are looking for community members who are confident to speak up and are passionate about shaping a healthier future and ensuring services reflect the diverse needs of our community.

What’s involved

• 5 meetings per year
• Evening meetings (2 hours each, in person and online)
• Pre-reading of any briefing papers
• Paid participation
• A chance to represent your community and share your views on health issues

How to apply

• Apply using this form
• Click ‘Community Council’, then ‘Community Member’
• Upload your CV
• Provide a short paragraph about why you would like to join

Applications close on 26 October 2025 and are approved by the CESPHN Board.

To learn more about the Community Council or for more information about applying, contact the Engagement Team at engagement@cesphn.com.au.

Join the Older Persons Mental Health Affinity Group

Mental Health Consumers, in partnership with the National Mental Health Consumer Alliance (NMHCA), is inviting Expressions of Interest to join the Older Persons Mental Health Affinity Group. If you are passionate about improving mental health outcomes for older people and want to help influence national policy, we would love to hear from you.

Affinity Groups bring together people with lived experience to explore systemic mental health issues or specific intersectionality groups. The Older Persons Mental Health Affinity Group will focus on issues that matter most to older people living with mental health challenges and will contribute directly to shaping national policy solutions.

Eligibility

• Identify as a mental health consumer
• Be aged 60 years and over
• Reside in NSW

 Timeframe & Commitment

• Running from October 2025-December 2026
• Participation rate of $97.44 per hour
• Meetings: minimum of 9 between October 2025 – December 2026
• Meeting schedule: Monthly on the fourth Wednesday, 10am – 12pm

What the Group Will Do

1. Develop a Nationally Significant Project/Report

Undertake a solution-focused project addressing a priority issue for older persons’ mental health.

Work in partnership with BEING and NMHCA to analyse the issue, develop options, and propose solutions.

1. Co-deliver Two National Webinars

January – June 2026: Share the project’s purpose, reasoning, and intended outcomes.

July – December 2026: Present findings, outcomes, and the final deliverable.

1. Contribute to National Policy

Collaborate with NMHCA to ensure the final output is developed into National Policy (e.g., report, position paper, or government proposal).

How to Apply

Please submit an Expression of Interest including:

• Your name and contact details
• A short statement (up to 300 words) about why you want to be involved and the perspective/experience you would bring

Submission deadline: Friday, 3rd October

Submit your EOI to: kylie.smith@being.org.au

Survey – inquiry into the Thriving Kids initiative

On 2 September 2025, the Minister for Health and Ageing, the Hon Mark Butler MP, referred an inquiry into the Thriving Kids initiative to the House Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Disability.

A brief survey is now available to gather community feedback on the experiences of families and carers in accessing support services for children with additional needs. The survey will be open until Friday, 10 October 2025.

The survey can be accessed here.