Numurkah Pioneers Memorial Lodge (NPML) turned 50 years old in August, with a celebration being held on October 8. 50 years ago, a much-anticipated grand opening of NPML was held on Friday August 27th, 1976. The building was declared officially open by Sir Henry Winneke, Governor of Victoria and had capacity to accommodate 33 residents. Total cost of the project was $640,000. Residents, staff, auxiliary and community heard from guest speakers, enjoyed afternoon tea, shared memories and cut cake to acknowledge the important milestone.
Read moreThe new Public Sector Residential Aged Care Development is well underway in Numurkah, with earthworks and concrete slabs complete and framework in place. The new facility, which will replace the Numurkah Pioneers Memorial Lodge will feature a household model of care, offering greater space and privacy for the residents. 3D images and plans of the new building are now available for the community to inspect. The project is being delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with NCN Health and Nicholson Construction.
Read moreNational Carers Week, from 11–17 October, is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the carers in our community who provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend. Caring can be rewarding, but carers also need support for their own health and wellbeing. Help is available, and connecting with services can make a meaningful difference for both carers and the people they care for. This week, we share the story a local family who access Carer Support through NCN Health - highlighting the value of care and support close to home.
Read more36-44 McDonell St,
Nathalia VIC 3638
(03) 5866 9444
24-32 Broadway St,
Cobram VIC 3644
(03) 5871 0777
2 Katamatite Rd,
Numurkah VIC 3636
(03) 5862 0555
