The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) congratulates the Hon Bridget Archer MP on her appointment as Tasmania’s Minister for Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, and Minister for Ageing.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) says yesterday’s declaration of syphilis as a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance (CDINS) is a sobering reminder of the health inequities facing rural, remote, and First Nations communities.
As flu season hits hard across the country, rural doctors are urging locals to protect their communities, especially vulnerable children and older people, by getting vaccinated and taking simple steps to prevent the spread.
As Australia marks National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day today, ACRRM reaffirms its commitment to growing a culturally safe Rural Generalist workforce that supports First Nations children, families, and communities to thrive.
As Australia marks Farm Safety Week, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling for greater support to ensure farmers and their communities can access high-quality, local healthcare.
With the state election fast approaching, Tasmanians are making it clear that health is top of mind when they head to the polls.
A recent YouGov poll revealed “investing more in health” is the top issue for Tasmanian voters, with 22 per cent of participants ranking it as their primary concern.
ACRRM says the result is a clear and urgent call for all political parties to commit to real solutions—particularly in rural, remote, and First Nations communities where access to care continues to fall short.
With the longstanding GP Assist service scheduled to close on 31 July, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling on all parties contesting this weekend’s Tasmanian state election to urgently commit to preserving after-hours general practice support in Tasmania.
ACRRM proudly joins communities across the country in celebrating NAIDOC Week 2025, honouring the strength, vision, and legacy of the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has opened applications for its 2026 Rural Generalist Fellowship Program, calling for doctors ready to take on one of the most diverse and in-demand roles in medicine.
Following a 41% reduction in rural and remote maternity units since 1992, Peak organisations involved in rural and remote maternity care have come together to collaboratively develop the Second Edition National Consensus Framework for Rural Maternity Services, which provides a framework for safe, evidence based maternity care to prioritise mothers and maternity care providers living outside of urban centres.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) welcomes the release of the Second Edition National Consensus Framework for Rural Maternity Services, which reaffirms the critical role of Rural Generalists in delivering safe, high-quality maternity care across rural, remote, and First Nations communities.
As Tasmanians prepare to vote in a state election, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling on all political parties to commit to urgent reforms to improve healthcare access for rural, remote, and First Nations communities.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) today pays tribute to the nation’s Rural Generalists (RGs) and rural and remote specialist GPs, recognising their vital role as first responders in communities across Australia.
The vital role of Rural Generalists in communities across Australia has been honoured this King’s Birthday, with four Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM members receiving national recognition for their outstanding service to rural and remote healthcare.
This International Men’s Health Week (9–15 June), the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is backing the national “See Your GP” campaign launched by Healthy Male and the Centre for Male Health.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is proud to support Crazy Socks for Docs Day this Friday, 6 June — a movement dedicated to promoting mental health awareness among healthcare workers and breaking down the stigma associated with seeking help.
Only a few days remain to nominate someone making a difference in rural and remote healthcare, with nominations for the 2024 ACRRM Excellence Awards closing this Friday, 7 June.
The future leaders of rural healthcare take centre stage this October as Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) hosts the inaugural Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Emerging Leaders Conference.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) says the reappointment of Senator the Hon Anne Ruston as Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care will bring continuity and experience at a time when rural healthcare reform remains a national priority.
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) welcomes today’s announcement in Mount Isa from Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls launching the Queensland Health General Practice Trainee Incentive Grants.