About Us
Who We Are
Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service (CAHS) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) delivering culturally safe, holistic health and wellbeing services to Aboriginal people, families and the broader community.
Established by community, for community, CAHS provides a range of integrated health, dental and social and emotional wellbeing services designed to improve health outcomes and strengthen connections to culture, family and community.
We believe that health extends beyond medical care and encompasses physical, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual wellbeing. Through a community-led approach, we work alongside our people to create healthier futures for generations to come.
Our Governance
CAHS is established as a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation under the Corporations (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (CATSI Act). We are also registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and we are endorsed by the ATO as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR).
CAHS is governed by a locally elected Board of Directors, ensuring the organisation remains accountable to the Aboriginal community it serves.
As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, our members play an important role in shaping the direction of the service. Our governance model ensures that decisions about services, priorities and future directions are made by the community, for the community. This approach ensures cultural accountability, local decision-making and services that genuinely reflect the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal people.
The Board of Directors is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organisation, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, overseeing financial sustainability, managing risk, and monitoring organisational performance.
Through strong governance and community leadership, CAHS remains accountable to its members, patients, funding bodies and the wider community.
Our Purpose
Healthy People.
Strong Culture.
Empowered Community.
We exist to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and our community through accessible, culturally safe and holistic services that strengthen individuals, families and communities.
Our Vision
A strong Aboriginal community where every person is connected to culture, has a sense of belonging and are empowered through their well-being to achieve their full potential.
Our vision reflects our commitment to improving health outcomes while preserving and celebrating the cultural strengths that underpin community wellbeing.
Our Values
Our values guide every decision we make, every service we provide and every interaction we have with our community.
Collective Impact
We work with cohesion, bringing together our skills, knowledge and experiences to continuously improve our organisation and achieve better outcomes for our community.
Collaboration and Integrity
We are transparent, ethical, and accountable. Trust is the foundation of our relationships—with each other, the community, and partners enabling strong partnerships that deliver better health outcomes for all.
Cultural Respect
We honour and uphold Aboriginal culture in everything we do. Our services are culturally safe, inclusive, and grounded in community wisdom.
Compassion in action
We lead with kindness and empathy—always. We show up, support one another, and stand beside our community.
Community First
We exist to serve. We listen deeply, engage meaningfully, and act purposefully to meet our people's needs.
Good Governance
At CAHS, good governance means making decisions that are ethical, transparent, accountable and in the best interests of our community.
Good governance provides the framework through which the organisation:
Delivers safe, effective and culturally appropriate services.
Maintains financial sustainability and accountability.
Manages risk and protects organisational assets.
Meets legal, regulatory and funding obligations.
Ensures community voices remain central to decision-making.
Supports continuous improvement and organisational growth.
The Board regularly reviews organisational performance, strategic priorities, risk management and financial outcomes to ensure CAHS remains strong, sustainable and focused on achieving its vision.
The Relationship Between the Board and Management
Strong organisations are built on strong partnerships between governance and management.
At CAHS, the Board and Chief Executive Officer work together within clearly defined roles and responsibilities to ensure effective leadership and accountability.
The Board's Role
The Board focuses on:
Strategic direction and organisational priorities.
Governance and policy oversight.
Financial stewardship and sustainability.
Risk management and compliance.
Monitoring organisational performance.
Representing the interests of members and community.
Management's Role
The Chief Executive Officer and management team focus on:
Day-to-day operations and service delivery.
Implementation of Board-approved strategies and policies.
Workforce leadership and development.
Financial management and reporting.
Quality improvement and organisational performance.
Building partnerships and community engagement.
Working Together
The Board and management are committed to:
Open and respectful communication.
Mutual trust and accountability.
Clear separation between governance and operational responsibilities.
Shared commitment to the organisation's purpose, vision and values.
Continuous improvement and good decision-making.
By maintaining these principles, CAHS ensures strong leadership, effective service delivery and long-term sustainability for the benefit of current and future generations.
Our Community
Condobolin is located in the heart of Wiradjuri Country in Central West New South Wales. Our community is rich in culture, history and resilience, with strong connections to family, Country and community.
CAHS is proud to support Aboriginal people across all stages of life through culturally safe health care, health promotion, prevention programs and community development initiatives that strengthen wellbeing and support positive health outcomes.
Our Artwork
Artist Description
This artwork was created by local Aboriginal woman and Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service Board member, Allana Newman.
Inspired by Wiradjuri culture and Country, the artwork represents a place where our mob comes together across generations—a meeting place for connection, healing, learning and belonging. It reflects the enduring strength of community, the importance of shared knowledge, and the role of culture in supporting health and wellbeing.
The earthy colour palette draws inspiration from the landscapes of Wiradjuri Country, with a particular focus on the Lachlan River, a lifeblood of the region that has sustained Aboriginal people for countless generations. Flowing throughout the design, the river symbolises life, movement, connection and continuity.
At its heart, the artwork reflects the role of Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service as a trusted place where culture, community and healthcare come together. It represents our commitment to walking alongside our people, honouring our past, supporting our present, and strengthening the health and wellbeing of future generations.
Artist, local Aboriginal woman and Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service Board member, Allana Newman.
Our Places
CAHS operates from multiple sites across Condobolin to deliver a broad range of health and wellbeing services.
Each location has been designed to provide welcoming, culturally safe environments where community members can access support close to home.
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GP Cinic
99 Bathurst St, Condobolin NSW 2877
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Dental Clinic
86 Bathurst St, Condobolin NSW 2877
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SEWB Centre
Social and Emotional Wellbeing Centre
37 Bathurst St, Condobolin NSW 2877
Our Partnerships
CAHS works in partnership with a range of organisations to improve health outcomes and increase access to services for our community.
Together, these partnerships help us deliver comprehensive, coordinated and culturally responsive care.
Our partnerships include:
National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO)
Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW (AH&MRC)
Department of Health, Disability & Aging, First Nations Health Division
NSW Ministry of Health
NSW Department of Communities and Justice
Western NSW Local Health District
Western NSW Primary Health Network
Local schools and educational providers
Community organisations and service providers.
