DPV Health
Kathleen MATTHEWS-WARD (Broadmeadows) (19:15): (1168) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Health, and the action I seek is for the minister to join me at the wonderful DPV Health in Broadmeadows. DPV Health is more than just a health service, it is a lifeline for so many people in the cities of Hume and Whittlesea. With 20 sites across these areas, DPV Health is constantly evolving to meet the increasing demand for care, ensuring that no-one falls through the cracks. In recognition of their outstanding work, DPV Health were named the Victorian Premier’s primary care service of the year in both 2023 and 2024, an extraordinary achievement that speaks to the commitment, passion and care they put into everything they do. Their range of services is truly comprehensive, supporting people of all ages. Whether it is medical, dental or mental health care, family violence support or disability services, DPV Health is there for our community every step of the way. They also provide much-needed support for children and older Victorians, ensuring that every person has access to the care they deserve, regardless of their circumstances.
I am very pleased that the federal government will deliver a Medicare mental health centre in Broadmeadows, and I would like to explore and discuss options for a federally funded Medicare urgent care clinic in Broadmeadows as well. Minister, I would be honoured if you could join me in visiting DPV Health to meet with the dedicated staff and hear directly from the community members whose lives are being transformed by these services, seeing firsthand their extraordinary service and capacity for expansion to ensure that DPV remains a cornerstone of health and wellbeing for our growing communities.