Northern Health has won a prestigious 2024 Victorian Public Healthcare Award.

The awards are an opportunity for healthcare workers, public health services, community groups and volunteers to come together and celebrate their selfless work in delivering support and care for all Victorians.

Across a highly competitive field, Northern Health took home the award for:
Creating a sustainable and climate resilient health system
Virtual healthcare – reducing the health sector’s carbon footprint

Northern Health is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. In order to achieve this, measured carbon emissions have reduced by 70 tonnes from 2022 to 2023.

Northern Health is also ranked number one in Victoria for energy efficiency in the built environment. Whilst they are excelling in environmental achievements in the built environment, Northern Health is also creating a future where virtual care models enable a healthier community. This work includes a range of innovative digital health programs that support our community and reduces environmental impact for a more sustainable future.

Debra Bourne, Interim Chief Executive, said she was incredibly proud to see Northern Health nominated as finalists for eight awards, across seven categories.

“To be recognised across so many categories speaks volumes, not only for the level of innovation and expertise we have at Northern Health, but also the dedication shown by our staff to improve healthcare for our patients,” said Ms Bourne.

“A huge congratulations to our winners in Virtual healthcare – reducing the health sector’s carbon footprint. We are incredibly proud of your commitment to providing innovative services and sustainable care to our community.”

“From clinical excellence to innovation in patient care, our ability to stand out across multiple categories reflects the high standards we consistently set for ourselves and the passion and enthusiasm we have for making a difference for every person, every day,” Ms Bourne said.

Northern Health were shortlisted as finalists for a record eight nominations, across seven categories:

Category One: Keeping people healthy and safe in the community
Victorian Virtual Specialist Consult (VVSC) Service

Category Four: Creating a sustainable and climate resilient health system
Virtual healthcare – reducing the health sector’s carbon footprint

Category Seven: Excellence in value-based healthcare
Back Pain in the Emergency Department: Transforming patient-centred care

Category Seven: Excellence in value-based healthcare
Enhancing Patient Activation: Knowledge, Skills, Confidence in Cancer Care

Category Eight: Excellence in women’s health
Medical Obstetrics at Home (MOAH): Providing Women-Centred Care at Home

Category Ten: Excellence in supporting LGBTIQA+ Victorians
Virtual Sexual Health Collaborative Consults

Category Twelve: Celebrating a strong and sustainable workforce
Career Pathway Program – HRO Explorers

Category 14 Partnering in healthcare
VVED and Nurse on Call Partnership