Northern NSW allied health professionals recognised for outstanding care

Key points

• Lismore speech pathologist Charmaine Powell has been named Northern NSW's Allied Health Professional of the Year. She was recognised for her compassionate, person-centred care of young children and families, and for mentoring colleagues.
• The Northern NSW Local Health District awards were held at Southern Cross University in Lismore on Wednesday, 14 October, and drew 66 nominations.
• More than 850 allied health professionals work across the district, and winners will be eligible for nomination at the NSW Health awards in Sydney in June 2027.