ACRRM welcomes endorsement of National Rural Health Commissioner
ACRRM has welcomed the independent review of the National Rural Health Commissioner's legislative framework, describing it as a strong endorsement of the Commissioner's role and continued investment in rural health leadership.
ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin says the review reinforces the importance of an independent, evidence-based voice advocating for the health needs of rural, remote, and First Nations communities.
"The review confirms what those of us working on the ground already know – rural and remote Australia benefits from having an independent National Rural Health Commissioner providing expert advice to government on the unique challenges facing our communities," Dr Martin says.
The program is out. The social events have been announced. Adelaide is ready to welcome rural doctors from across Australia.
With just one week remaining until Early Bird registration closes on 30 June, there's only one thing left to do: secure your place at RMA26.
Whether you're looking for clinical updates, professional inspiration, or simply the chance to reconnect with your rural medicine network, RMA26 has something for you.
Beyond primary care: Building a portfolio career as a Rural Generalist
The perception that primary care is repetitive or less demanding than hospital medicine is a myth that can deter junior doctors. Rural generalism is one of the most intellectually demanding and rewarding careers in medicine, and when you build it as a portfolio, it becomes a career with longevity, autonomy, financial resilience, and the kind of variety that keeps you engaged across decades.
Haven’t renewed yet? ACRRM membership renewals end 30 June.
Don’t miss a beat. Your ACRRM membership keeps you connected to the people, training, and resources that support rural and remote practice across Australia.
30 June is the final day to renew and keep your membership active without interruption.
ACRRM connects you with a network of professional, adventurous, and visionary Rural Generalists and doctors committed to their careers and the communities they serve.
Policy update: NSW and QLD State Budgets
The Queensland State and New South Wales budgets were released on the 23rd of June.
The Queensland Budget included benefits such as health infrastructure, increased state surgery capacity, and an increase in the mileage subsidy rate from 34 cents per kilometre to 45 cents per kilometre. Queensland members can explore the budget here.
The NSW State Budget saw a focus in health workforce, aiming to increase hospital capacity by 9,000 workers to meet hospital demand but also saw $11.2 billion in capital investment over four years to deliver an additional 2,500 additional hospital beds. NSW members can explore the budget here.
Clinical training for rural and remote practice
Secure your CPD hours for 2026 and explore ACRRM’s range of face-to-face clinical training courses, available now.
From airway emergencies to obstetrics, neonatal care and rural anaesthesia, our hands-on courses are designed for real-world rural practice where every decision matters.
The Summary and Overview are intended as resources for people working, studying or teaching in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector, and are accompanied by a PowerPoint of key facts.
Diphtheria: In response to the diphtheria outbreak, there are additional resources to support Aboriginal Community Controlled Health and Community Responses to the outbreak. Resources are available in the Prevention and Management subtopic of the Respiratory Health Portal. This subtopic also contains publications on diphtheria that are relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health.
Support your patients with Medicare Mental Health Check In
Medicare Mental Health Check In is a new digital service that offers free evidence-based and confidential support to help people manage mild mental health challenges, like stress, anxiety, and low mood.
As a form of early intervention support, it helps people build practical skills, confidence, and improve their mental health through low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT), while reducing pressure on higher-intensity services.
The service can support people by teaching skills to help them manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
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VIC Semester A workshop in Churchill and Member Networking in Cairns
Twenty-six registrars attended the two-day face-to-face workshop at Monash Rural Clinical School in Churchill on Friday. Participants completed skills sessions covering lumbar puncture, NGT insertion, ultrasound-guided knee aspiration, plastering, orthopaedic emergencies and procedural sedation.
In Cairns last night, more than 40 ACRRM members attended our networking event. It was a great evening of connecting with colleagues, strengthening professional networks, sharing experiences, and enjoying plenty of laughs along the way.
Get Involved
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Workforce Roundtable
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Workforce Roundtable is looking for an ACRRM representative. The roundtable brings together stakeholders to identify key challenges and priorities for cancer workforce development, with a focus on future needs and opportunities. For further information, please contact the policy team at policy@acrrm.org.au.
Antimicrobial Stewardship Advisory Committee
Express your interest in representing ACRRM on the Antimicrobial Stewardship Advisory Committee. The committee works to develop strategies and resources that support the implementation of antimicrobial stewardship programs across acute, primary care, and community health settings. Please reach out to the policy team for further information at policy@acrrm.org.au.
ACRRM acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the custodians of the lands and waters where our members and staff work and live across Australia. We pay respect to their elders, lores, customs and Dreaming. We recognise these lands and waters have always been a place of teaching, learning, and healing.
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