The BNPCC Hub

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[From Dementia Doulas Australia]

Introducing The Wildflower Village

The Wildflower Village is a place where families can:

• discover dementia-inclusive businesses, services and organisations
• connect with trusted supports across Australia
• access resources, education and practical information
• join online events and community conversations
• feel part of a community that understands the dementia journey.

More than a directory, The Wildflower Village is exactly that, a village. A place where families can find strength in every season and where no one has to navigate dementia alone. As the Village grows, so too will the opportunities for connection, learning and support.

The Wildflower Village is free for families impacted by dementia to join.

JOIN THE VILLAGE COMMUNITY

[From caring@home]

The caring@home team is delighted to share that it has secured Australian Government funding for another four years under a National Palliative Care Project Grant.

Delivered by a consortium led by the Brisbane South Palliative Care Collaborative, caring@home will continue to support quality and timely home-based end-of-life care by:

• developing practical resources for clinical services, health professionals and families and carers
• providing associated education for health professionals.

Over the next four years, they will continue to work with key stakeholders, including health professionals, to undertake activities that align with the goals of the National Palliative Care Strategy, including:

• Resources for community service providers
  • Develop new and updated resources to help providers deliver high-quality, timely end-of-life care in the community
• Resources for health professionals
  • Deliver online and face-to-face education to specialist palliative care and primary care workforces
  • Develop practical resources to support the primary care workforce
  • Develop new apps and update existing apps
• Resources for families and carers
  • Develop new and updated resources including new culturally appropriate resources for First Nations families
• Evaluation
  • Engage an external evaluator to assess the effectiveness of project activities

[From NPCC]

Palliative Care Outcomes Collaboration (PCOC) has successfully secured four years of funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing through the Palliative Care Grants Program. Building on over 20 years of PCOC’s foundational leadership in palliative care, the program is expanding efforts to encompass earlier identification of palliative care needs and continuing to strengthen outcome measurement.

This enhanced national initiative will address a data gap for systems-wide impact by extending PCOC into primary care by building on work piloted by the NPCC project, recognising that most Australians' palliative care journey begins long before specialist services become involved.

[From CPCRE]

The CPCRE Lunch & Learn Education for September: Terminal Sedation

Thursday 10 September 2026
12.00 pm- 1.00 pm
To be presented by Dylan Moore (Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care, Redcliffe Hospital Palliative Care Unit, Metro North Hospital and Health Service).

REGISTER HERE
for this free online education session

[From CPCRE]

The Centre for Palliative Care Research and Education (CPCRE) is pleased to announce the 2027 Walawaani Conference, bringing together health professionals, service providers, researchers, and respected Elders to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and discuss opportunities to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The conference will provide an opportunity to learn from leading voices in the sector, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with colleagues from across Australia.

Conference details:

Further information regarding scholarship applications for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff working in regional and remote areas can be found here. This includes terms and conditions.

[From ACPA newsletter]

End-of-Life Essentials has updated its free, evidence-based and peer-reviewed Patient Mental Health module. Anxiety, depression and demoralisation are common experiences for people living with a life-limiting illness, yet symptoms can sometimes be overlooked. The updated module explores how healthcare professionals can recognise when additional support may be needed and provides practical guidance for compassionate, person-centred care.

Access the Patient Mental Health Module

[From ACPA]

Advance Care Planning Australia has secured Australian Government funding to continue delivering a national advance care planning program over the next four years.

Administered by the Brisbane South Palliative Care Collaborative at Metro South Health, ACPA will continue to provide national leadership in community awareness, workforce education, systems improvement, research and policy advocacy.

As demand for palliative and end-of-life care grows, advance care planning remains a key part of person-centred care, helping ensure people receive care that reflects what matters most to them. Continued funding will enable ACPA to build workforce capability and strengthen advance care planning practice across health, aged care and community settings.

Read the news article

[from CPCRE]

CPCRE Lunch & Learn Webinars

10 September 2026
12:00 – 13:00
“Terminal Sedation” Speaker Dylan Moore, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Palliative Care, Redcliffe Hospital
REGISTER

5 November 2026
12:00 – 13:00
“Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research Methodology” Speaker Dr Sharyn Esteves, Palliative Medicine Specialist, Mackay Hospital
REGISTER

4 December 2026
12:00 – 13:00
“Palliative Care in Aged Care” Speaker Dr Jones Chen, Palliative Medicine Specialist, Mater Hospital
REGISTER

Karuna Hospice Services is pleased to share this upcoming free community webinar with clients, patients, families, carers, and anyone who may benefit from a greater understanding of palliative care and end-of-life support.

What People Wish They Knew Sooner About Palliative Care & End of Life

Starting a palliative care journey, whether as a person living with a life-limiting illness, a family member, or a carer, can bring uncertainty, questions, and emotional overwhelm.

In this informative and supportive webinar, Karuna's experienced team will share practical guidance, insights, and common reflections from people who have walked this journey before. The session aims to provide reassurance, clarity, and support to help people navigate the end-of-life journey with greater confidence and understanding.

Presenters

• Liz Fletcher – Karuna Carer Wellbeing Partner
• Linda Starke – Karuna Social Worker

Who should attend?

This session is suitable for:

• Anyone wanting greater clarity and reassurance about palliative care
• People living with a life-limiting illness
• Family members and loved ones offering support
• Informal and formal carers

Whether someone is at the beginning of this journey or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers valuable insight, validation, and guidance.

Event Details

Date: Monday 31 August 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Format: Online webinar

Register here: https://karuna.org.au/webinar-dying-to-know-day/

To learn more about Karuna Hospice Services and our community support programs, visit our website: https://karuna.org.au