Investing in Rural Resilience: NCFH Secures $2.9M to Transform Farm Health and Community Wellbeing

We are thrilled to announce that the National Centre for Farmer Health (NCFH), a dynamic partnership between the Western District Health Service and Deakin University based in Hamilton, Western Victoria, has successfully raised $2,900,000 in new funding. This significant financial boost comes as a testament to the Centre’s proven track record and the far-reaching impact it has on the health, wellbeing, and safety of farming communities across Australia and globally. Established in 2008 by the Victorian Government and the Helen and Geoff Handbury Trust, NCFH has continuously provided transformative leadership by integrating university research, service delivery, and education to serve farm men and women, their families, and broader rural populations. The newly secured funds will be strategically deployed to further develop and implement cutting-edge interventions that focus on both the prevention and early identification of risk factors prevalent among farming populations. By investing in innovative research projects, community-based programs, and educational initiatives, NCFH will expand its capacity to deliver timely and effective healthcare solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by rural communities. In addition, this funding will strengthen the Centre’s collaborative efforts with industry partners, rural organisations, and academic institutions, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to health and safety interventions. With an expert team comprising professionals from health, agricultural, social sciences, and information technology sectors, the Centre is uniquely positioned to advance its mission of creating sustainable, positive change in rural healthcare. This funding round marks an important milestone in NCFH’s journey to foster resilient communities and secure the well-being of those who form the backbone of our agricultural industries.