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As Australia marked National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day on Monday 4 August, ACRRM reaffirms its commitment to growing a culturally safe Rural Generalist workforce that supports First Nations children, families, and communities to thrive. 

This year’s theme, Little Footsteps, Big Future, honours the journeys children take as they grow - each step guided by culture, community, and connection to Country. 

ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin says culturally safe, continuous care is vital to helping children grow strong in health and in spirit. 

“When we invest in Rural Generalist medicine, we’re investing in the future of all children living in rural, remote, and First Nations communities,” Dr Martin says. 

 

ACRRM says influenza is placing increasing pressure on rural, remote, and First Nations health services, and low vaccination rates could make things worse. 

ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin says too many people are putting off getting their flu shot, despite it being one of the simplest ways to protect themselves and others. 

“Flu doesn’t just make you feel unwell - it can be deadly, especially for children, elders, and people with chronic conditions,” Dr Martin says. 

“In small communities, one person’s decision to get vaccinated can make a real difference.  
“It’s about protecting your neighbours as much as yourself.” 

 

If you are a registrar on the AGPT or RGTS pathway you receive a fully-funded place on REST and ALS2 as part of your training requirements. 

Sponsored: GP VMO Opportunities Across Tasmania – From Coastal Towns to Remote Islands
Looking for a rewarding rural GP or VMO role? Ochre Health are actively seeking expressions of interest from Rural Generalists and ACRRM Registrars across Tasmania—including Smithton, St Marys, Scottsdale, Queenstown, and the remote Flinders and King Islands.

 

These locations offer diverse clinical experiences in both community general practice and hospital settings. With strong support networks and meaningful patient care, these roles are ideal for doctors at all stages of their rural career. 

Submit your expression of interest along with your CV to Tarryn Stevenson on tstevenson@ochrehealth.com.au, or for any enquiries please call 0447 810 070.

 

 

Applications are now open for the Territory Trekker Bursary. This initiative is designed to support the next generation of Rural Generalists to attend the 2025 NT Rural and Remote Medicine Conference, hosted by the RDA NT Chapter in Garramilla (Darwin) from Friday 12 – Sunday 14 September 2025.

 

caring@home develops and provides nationally consistent, practical and evidence-based clinical resources and education for health professionals. Find the latest news and updates below. 

 

 

These modules are now hosted on a new Student Management System (SMS) and Learning Management System (LMS). 

Check out the caring@home website for more resources and news.

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the department) has shared updated resources to support the correct administration of RSV vaccines and monoclonal antibodies.

These resources are available on the department’s website here.

 

The clinical courses team were in Stanthorpe this week for the Point of Care Ultrasound for Rural Generalists (POCUS-RG). New in 2025, this ACRRM course equips Rural Generalists and GPs with the foundational skills and confidence to perform a wide range of ultrasound-guided assessments in everyday rural and remote clinical settings. 

 

The Victorian regional team were in Ballarat for the "Lets talk about RG rural health careers!". This event included a presentation from local FACRRM Dr Josh Seldis with excellent support from VRGP and Grampians Health.

Grief touches everyone—patients, families, colleagues, and communities. For rural and remote healthcare professionals, the role of supporting people through loss often goes beyond the clinical. 

This month, ACRRM’s featured online course, Grief and Bereavement, offers practical guidance on navigating the complex emotional, psychological, and social impacts of grief.

 

Drawing on current grief theory and real-world scenarios, the course helps you recognise the many ways grief can present and how best to respond with empathy and confidence. 

 

Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, or medical administrator, this course offers clear, practical tools to guide difficult conversations and support those experiencing bereavement with sensitivity and care. 

 

 

Dental Health Week (4–10 August) is a timely reminder that oral health is an essential part of overall health—especially in rural and remote settings, where access to dental care can be limited.

ACRRM’s Online Learning course Dental Emergencies is designed to equip Rural Generalists with the knowledge and confidence to assess, manage, and document common dental presentations. From trauma management to haemorrhage control, this 3-hour module covers essential skills often left out of traditional training.