Prepare Your Referral
Write a standard referral letter. Include any relevant imaging, pathology, or clinical notes. No imaging? No problem — we can coordinate the work-up for you.
North Australian Cancer Coordination Services
One referral. Every cancer pathway.For GPs across the NT and North Queensland
A single entry point for cancer referrals, providing timely, coordinated access to specialist care for patients across North Australia.
About NACCS
Streamlined cancer referrals across North Australia
North Australian Cancer Coordination Services (NACCS) is the central consolidated access point for general practitioners across North Australia to refer patients with any suspected or confirmed cancer.
Designed for busy GPs, our coordinated team manages triage, investigations, and allocation to the most appropriate specialist, ensuring timely, integrated care and clear communication back to you.
NACCS is also built for specialists — particularly gastroenterologists — who need a quick, reliable referral pathway at the time of endoscopy when a suspected malignancy is identified.
With one referral, your patient is guided smoothly from suspicion to treatment within a collaborative network of experienced specialists.
Why Refer Through NACCS?
- Single referral for all suspected or confirmed cancers
- Faster triage and access to diagnostics
- Comprehensive coordination, from referral to treatment
- Ongoing GP communication
- Access to a multidisciplinary network of specialists and subspecialists
- Optimisation of investigations avoiding unnecessary tests or multiple trips for additional tests
Eligible Cancer Types
Comprehensive cancer care coordination
NACCS accepts referrals for suspected or confirmed cancers across these specialties. Unsure if a case is eligible? Submit your referral and our team will review and advise accordingly.
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Hepatobiliary Cancers
Liver, bile ducts, pancreas, and other abdominal cancers
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Upper GI Cancers
Oesophagus, stomach, and upper gastrointestinal tract
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Breast Cancers
All breast cancers
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Colorectal Cancers
Colon and rectal cancers for surgical candidates
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Endocrine Cancers
Thyroid cancers
Adrenal tumours
Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs)
Parathyroid tumours
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Other Soft Tissue Tumours
Sarcoma
Fibrous and desmoid tumours
Liposarcoma
Leiomyosarcoma
Other soft tissue malignancies
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Melanoma & Skin Cancers
Melanoma
Non-melanoma skin cancers
Complex or high-risk skin lesions requiring specialist management
Cost to Patient: Triaging and referrals for investigations are free of cost. Specialist assessment depends on the surgeon or oncologist — patients receive quotes from the individual specialist once the referral pathway is determined.
Patient Eligibility
Who can be referred?
Inclusions
- Suspected or confirmed malignancy requiring specialist assessment
- Surgical candidates
Exclusions
- Paediatric cancers (patients under 16)
- Primary brain tumours
- Haematological malignancies
- Gynaecological cancers
- ENT cancers
- Urological cancers
- Neurosurgical cases
How to Refer
Simple. Streamlined. Efficient.
Send a standard referral letter by email. Our team triages each referral and confirms allocation back to you.
Specialists (e.g. gastroenterologists) can also refer directly at the time of endoscopy.
Contact
Email referrals to cancerhub@naccs.com.au
Four steps from referral to specialist care
Submit via Email
Email your referral to cancerhub@naccs.com.au. Our team acknowledges receipt and begins the process.
Triage & Allocation
Your referral is reviewed by our clinical coordination team. Patients are allocated to the most suitable specialist or subspecialist based on their needs.
Communication Back to GP
Confirmation of receipt and allocation details are sent to your referring practice.
Contact Us
Ready to refer a patient?
Our team is here to simplify the cancer referral process for you. Email your referral, or reach out through the details below.
Phone
Location
Townsville-based, accepting referrals from the Northern Territory and North Queensland
Website
naccs.com.auReferral intake
Send your referral by email
Email your referral letter, with any relevant imaging, pathology or clinical notes, to cancerhub@naccs.com.au. Our team triages each referral and confirms allocation back to your practice.