HIF News

HIF has released its Annual Report for 2022/23 In Our Members’ Best Interests, showcasing its continued financial strength and ongoing commitment to supporting its 50,000+ members.

QUEST Initiative delivers promising early results on the impact of medicinal cannabis.

The QUEST Global study, led by Curtin University and sponsored by medicinal cannabis supplier Little Green Pharma (LGP), with the support of HIF, will assess whether medicinal cannabis reduces the economic impact of chronic disease, by reducing both the number of medications a patient requires and their need for healthcare services.

Australians who are struggling to make ends meet are missing out on the recommended hours of sleep for a physically and mentally healthy life. A survey conducted by CoreData WA on behalf of HIF found a clear link between poor health and lower disposable income, and quality of sleep.

St John Giving is expanding its Community Transport Service (CTS) to Northam, Western Australia thanks to the support of HIF. We have funded a fully equipped Kia Carnival with automatic external defibrillators and first aid kits, allowing trained St John volunteers to drive residents in Northam to vital healthcare services.

We’d like to give a little shout out to our Chief Risk Officer Belinda Goosen who was named among the top two Chief Risk Leaders for 2023 by the Risk Management Institute of Australia.