Child with CF

Queensland Health Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme (PTSS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

QLD: PTSS provides subsidised travel for residents of Queensland who need to travel more than 50 km to access a specialist health service. An application must be made before travelling so approval can be obtained. Visit your local hospital Patient Travel Office for more information. Read More

New South Wales Health Transport for Health (IPTAAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

NSW: IPTAAS provides subsidised travel for residents of New South Wales resident who live more than 100 km from your specialist service. A referral from your medical professional is required. Read More

Australian Capital Territory Interstate Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (IPTAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

ACT: IPTAS supports permanent residents of the ACT to access specialist medical treatment and oral surgical health care (excluding routine dental work) outside of the ACT by assisting with travel and accommodation costs. Read More

Northern Territory Government Patient Assistance Travel Scheme (PATS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

NT: PATS provides financial help for travel and accommodation expenses if you need to travel a long distance to see an approved medical specialist. You must be referred by a medical professional to the nearest approved specialist. Read More

Victorian Patient Travel Assistance Scheme (VPTAS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

VIC: VPTAS covers some of the travel and accommodation costs to and from the hospital for families who live more than 100km from the hospital. Read More

South Australia Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

SA: PATS provides financial assistance towards people’s transport and accommodation costs when they’re required to travel more than 100km each way to access necessary medical specialist services that are not available locally. Read More

Western Australia Patient Assisted Travel Scheme (PATS)

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

WA: PATS provides subsidies to assist with travel and accommodation costs associated with accessing a specialist medical service are available for eligible patients. Read More

TLC for Kids

Paula Woodward March 21, 2023

TLC for Kids gives practical and emotional relief to sick kids and their families across Australia. Upon referral from a Healthcare Professional, they provide distraction, to reduce anxiety associated with hospital visits, and provide services, memorable experiences and financial assistance. Read More

Beyond Blue

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

Beyond Blue is an Australian mental health foundation that provides information and support for anxiety, depression and suicide. They have online information and a check in to assess your mental health. They provide free 24/7 access to phone/online counsellors, an online peer support community, and a mental health coaching program. Read More

CF at school

Firefly Admin March 21, 2023

A collection of CFNZ resources for teachers and schools, parents and young children (such as siblings, class mates, and friends), explaining how to support a child with CF at school. Read More