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Applications are open for Round 2 of the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP). Open for applications: Health Workforce Scholarship Program Round 2 2026/2027 - 01st October 2026
Applications are open for Round 2 of the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP).
Recognised as one of the most established and highly regarded events in the rural health calendar, the Rural GPs Conference is fast approaching and it’s time to register before it’s too late. Register now for Rural GPs Conference - 28th September 2026
Recognised as one of the most established and highly regarded events in the rural health calendar, the Rural GPs Conference is fast approaching and it’s time to register before it’s too late.
Rural Health Pro invites you to a free, two-part lunchtime webinar series showcasing successful approaches improving health outcomes across rural and remote Australia. Spotlight on rural health: Practical lessons from rural Australia - 28th September 2026
Rural Health Pro invites you to a free, two-part lunchtime webinar series showcasing successful approaches improving health outcomes across rural and remote Australia.
Twenty-eight Rural Doctors Network cadets had the opportunity to connect with Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) staff, and the wider cadet network this month, as part of a dedicated Cadet RFDS Weekend held in Dubbo from 18-20 September. Cadet Royal Flying Doctor Service Weekend - 28th September 2026
Twenty-eight Rural Doctors Network cadets had the opportunity to connect with Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) staff, and the wider cadet network this month, as part of a dedicated Cadet RFDS Weekend held in Dubbo from 18-20 September.
The picturesque and historic rural town of Canowindra in the Central West of NSW played host to 32 rural and remote doctors last weekend, who travelled from as far as Warialda, Gunnedah and Wellington to take part in a two-day Rural GP VMO Conference hosted by Rural Doctors Network. Canowindra celebrates doctor’s 40-year commitment and welcomes 32 doctors to town for GP VMO conference - 21st September 2026
The picturesque and historic rural town of Canowindra in the Central West of NSW played host to 32 rural and remote doctors last weekend, who travelled from as far as Warialda, Gunnedah and Wellington to take part in a two-day Rural GP VMO Conference hosted by Rural Doctors Network.
Spend two inspiring days learning, networking and gaining professional development at the 2026 Rural Practice Managers Conference. Strengthen your practice administration skills at the Rural Practice Managers Conference this November - 21st September 2026
Spend two inspiring days learning, networking and gaining professional development at the 2026 Rural Practice Managers Conference.
On 12 and 13 September, Future Workforce Program Lead Sam Zelinski represented Rural Doctors Network in Adelaide at the second National Rural Health Student Network’s (NRHSN) Council for 2026. National Rural Health Student Network Council gathers in Adelaide – Elections now open for 2027 - 21st September 2026
On 12 and 13 September, Future Workforce Program Lead Sam Zelinski represented Rural Doctors Network in Adelaide at the second National Rural Health Student Network’s (NRHSN) Council for 2026.
Twenty-five Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) from Orange, Wagga Wagga, Tamworth, Dubbo and Albury came together in Orange recently for a ‘JMO Wellbeing Weekend’ hosted by Rural Doctors Network. Rural Doctors Network welcomes JMOs to Orange for wellbeing weekend - 21st September 2026
Twenty-five Junior Medical Officers (JMOs) from Orange, Wagga Wagga, Tamworth, Dubbo and Albury came together in Orange recently for a ‘JMO Wellbeing Weekend’ hosted by Rural Doctors Network.
In November 2026, the Rural Medical Service Awards will once again honour General Practitioners who have provided 35 years of medical service to communities in remote, rural and regional NSW. The presentation will take place at the Rural GPs Conference dinner in Sydney.   35+ years of GP service? It’s time to nominate! - 14th September 2026
In November 2026, the Rural Medical Service Awards will once again honour General Practitioners who have provided 35 years of medical service to communities in remote, rural and regional NSW. The presentation will take place at the Rural GPs Conference dinner in Sydney.  
Registrations are now open for Rural Doctors Network’s Advanced Life Support 1 (ALS 1) Workshop on Thursday 26 November and Advanced Life Support 2 (ALS 2) Workshop on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 November. Rural Doctors Network's Advanced Life Support 1 & 2 Workshops - 14th September 2026
Registrations are now open for Rural Doctors Network’s Advanced Life Support 1 (ALS 1) Workshop on Thursday 26 November and Advanced Life Support 2 (ALS 2) Workshop on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 November.


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