The North West Area Health Service Network Advisory Group has been set up to ensure communication is at the centre of the integration between primary and secondary health care services in the North West.

It provides the opportunity for a broad range of stakeholders including GPs, NGOs, local government, hospital and Primary Health staff as well as members of the public, to be part of the planning and development of services which better meet the health needs of patients and clients.

The Advisory Group has three main purposes:

• Provide a communication forum for local health issues;
• Assist in prioritisation of local health investment needs; and
• Foster participation in consultation on programs in the North West, e.g. accommodation and transport.

The Advisory Group meets quarterly at various locations along the coast.

If you would like more information about the Advisory Group, please contact Nikki Karpeles, Media and Communications Manager, North West Area Health Service nikki.karpeles@dhhs.tas.gov.au or (03)6426 5520.