The Northcote Medicare Urgent Care Clinic officially opened on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, expanding access to bulk-billed, walk-in healthcare for residents in Melbourne’s inner north.
Located at 42 Separation Street, Northcote, the clinic operates extended hours, seven days a week. No appointment is required, and all services are fully bulk billed under Medicare.
The clinic is designed to treat urgent but non-life-threatening conditions, including cuts, viral infections and minor injuries, providing an alternative to hospital emergency departments.
The opening was attended by Ged Kearney, Assistant Minister for Social Services and the Prevention of Family Violence and Federal Member for Cooper, alongside representatives from the clinic’s operator, Your Community Health.
Also present were Liz Chondros, CEO of Your Community Health, Kat Theophanous, Nathan Lambert, and Sheena Watt.
Improving access to care
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler said the opening of the Northcote clinic formed part of the Federal Government’s broader rollout of Medicare Urgent Care Clinics across Victoria.
“We’re delivering on our promise to open more Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in Victoria,” Mr Butler said.
“This new clinic in Northcote will be open seven days a week, for extended hours and most importantly patients will be fully bulk billed.
“This new data shows Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are taking the pressure off Victorian hospitals and making sure patients can get the care they need when they need it.”
Ms Kearney said the clinic would improve access to timely care for families and individuals in the electorate of Cooper.
“I’m so excited to have a new Urgent Care Clinic in Cooper – this will improve accessibility and ensure that the only card you’ll need for receiving healthcare is your Medicare card,” she said.
“Opening this clinic is about delivering care for people where they need it, when they need it. Your Community Health has been such an important part of our Cooper community for over 50 years, and I know they’ll continue their commitment to inclusive and accessible health care through the Urgent Care Clinic.
“When your child has a bad fall, when you’ve injured yourself at home, or when you’re sick and need answers quickly, this clinic will provide free, high-quality care.”
Ms Chondros said the new clinic builds on Your Community Health’s long-standing role in delivering community-based care.
“Your Community Health is thrilled to bring the new Medicare Urgent Care Clinic to Northcote and offer a safe and inclusive space for all community members to get the urgent care they need,” she said.
“In addition to delivering urgent care, the Medicare Urgent Care Clinic Northcote will also link clients into Your Community Health’s wraparound services, from dental, allied and mental health, to social supports and community programs.”
Northcote and surrounding suburbs are home to a large Greek-Australian and culturally diverse population, with many residents relying on accessible, community-based healthcare services.
