$350,000 Hunter rehab boost lets patients recover at home

NSW is investing $350,000 to expand home recovery services in Lake Macquarie. This lets patients recover without hospital visits.

Why it mattersPatients heal better when care comes to their home. This reduces hospital pressure and supports aging communities.

AustraliaHunter residents, especially older people and those with chronic conditions, can now access rehabilitation closer to home without frequent hospital trips.

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NSW Health secretary Susan Pearce retiring March 2027

Susan Pearce, who has led NSW Health for over three decades, is retiring in March 2027.

Why it mattersNSW Health's next leader will shape care and services for millions of Australians. Pearce's exit creates a leadership vacuum at a time when the system faces staffing and demand pressures.