Consumer Advisory Committee

Consumer Advisory Committee

The WQPHN Consumer Advisory Committee (CAC) is a sub-committee of the WQPHN Board. Members share their lived experiences and insights, helping guide WQPHN towards innovative solutions to the healthcare challenges faced by our diverse population.

Committee members bring valuable community perspectives to the table, advocating for better health outcomes and contributing to the WQPHN Population Health Needs Assessment and consumer engagement strategies. Representing all commissioning localities within the WQPHN region, they ensure a diverse and inclusive approach to addressing regional health needs.

WQPHN committee members come from all commissioning localities within the WQPHN region, ensuring a diverse and inclusive approach to tackling regional health needs.

If you would like to be considered for future positions, please email wq_admin@wqphn.com.au  

Western Qld Primary Health Network (WQPHN) quick facts

• Commissions (or funds) health services in Western Queensland
• Covers almost one million square kilometres of Queensland, 55% of the state’s total land area
• Aligns health investment with demonstrated population health needs
• Uses health intelligence data to orientate health services efficiently and effectively
• Ensures the right primary health care is delivered, at the right time by the right provider
• Guided by the WQPHN Health Needs Assessment and the Australian Government’s Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan 2022-32
• Advised by GPs and other health professionals and consumers
• One of 31 PHNs across Australia established and funded by the Australian Government.