Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine - professional home of Rural Generalists & Specialist GPs caring for rural and remote communities

Australia
Joined December 2010
ACRRM has raised serious concerns about proposals to expand pharmacist prescribing, warning the changes could fragment care and compromise patient safety in rural, remote and First Nations communities. Read more: bit.ly/4eNXHg6
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Congratulations to ACRRM registrar Dr Claire Griffiths on her appointment as President of the Rural Doctors Association of Tasmania (RDAT). Find out more: bit.ly/43qNqA9?
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ACRRM extends its congratulations to former President Dr Dan Halliday who has received the AMAQ Rural Health Medal for 2026. Read more: bit.ly/4430b3U
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Rural Generalist Medicine continues to be one of the most popular career choices for Australia's future doctors. Read more: bit.ly/4fUgbfS
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To celebrate Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day on Friday 5 June, buy any pair of ACRRM socks and receive a second pair free 🧦 While stocks last — get in quick! bit.ly/43AfGAd
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Registrations are now open for the 2026 ACRRM Supervisor Summit in Melbourne. View the program and register now: bit.ly/49sEZHU
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ACRRM is reaffirming its commitment to #reconciliation through its ongoing partnership with the Cultural Educators and Cultural Mentors Network (CECM). Read more: bit.ly/4wSZaJ6
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The Federal Budget includes major investment in hospitals, Medicare and workforce training but rural and remote communities cannot be left behind. Read more: bit.ly/4wrGFuU
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ACRRM welcomes the expansion of Rural Generalist training in the Northern Territory through a new Single Employer Model (SEM) trial running to 2028. Read more: bit.ly/4sW7pRj
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The program for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology AST Conference is here! Find out more and register: bit.ly/4cjfxH3
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We're excited to launch the final installment of the ACRRM AST Conferences - Surgery, a new event designed for Rural Generalists and rural GPs with advanced skills in surgery. 📍Hobart, Tasmania 📆 24 - 25 June 2026 Express your interest: bit.ly/4rSm3JI
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ACRRM was in Canberra this week for the Council of Presidents of Medical Colleges. The Australian Parliamentary Friends for Maternal Health also met to discuss the challenges of implementing the 2nd Edition National Consensus Framework for Rural Maternity Services.
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ACRRM is proud to introduce the Emergency Medicine AST Conference, a leading clinical education event designed specifically for Rural Generalists (RGs) with advanced skills in emergency medicine. Expressions of interest for 2026 are now open: bit.ly/4u6umTL
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ACRRM is calling on the Federal Government to back Rural Generalists in the 2026–27 Budget. Read more in the full media release and explore the Federal Budget submission: bit.ly/4bThiKR
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Want to become a Rural Generalist? Fellowship applications for this intake close on Monday 16 February! Applying early can open up more opportunities, so we encourage you to submit as soon as you’re ready. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/4rblBWE
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Today, ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin, CEO Marita Cowie and SA registrar of the year Dr Adam Overweel joined Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler and RACGP announcing an historic 5-year agreement to support the continued growth of Australia's RG and GP workforce.
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A career where every day is different — and every day has purpose. Rural generalists deliver hands-on care where it matters most. This is why you started.
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We’re excited to announce a new ACRRM Advanced Specialised Training (AST) conference for Rural Generalists and rural GPs with specialised skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 🩺 AST ObsGyn 2026 📅 21–23 May 2026 📍 Hunter Valley, NSW 👉 bit.ly/3YuQ4lN
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What sets a registrar up for success in a new placement, and how can supervisors lay the groundwork for a productive and trusting learning relationship? Listen in to Episode 5 of ACRRM podcast, Supervisors’ Compass: bit.ly/4pIgX1I
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New RG Life Hacks episode: Building Respectful and Effective Partnerships with Aboriginal Health Workers. A valuable conversation for anyone who wants to strengthen partnerships and provide safer, more connected care. Listen now: bit.ly/4oBDQT1
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