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Respectful workplaces update
Jul 27, 2023All that is great about rural practice can also bring personal pressures. With the adventure of taking up work ‘off the beaten track’ can bring distance from extended social support networks. And with the rewards of providing greatly valued services, being highly visible and viewed as a community leader, comes heightened personal responsibility. -
Climate and Health update
Jul 20, 2023This week, the College is finalising its submission to government on the National Health and Climate Strategy, which is being developed in recognition of the urgent need to mitigate health system emissions and support the health system and the community to be better prepared for, and resilient to, the health impacts of climate change. -
NTCER 2023.2 Update: Increased Admin Time and Minimum Hourly Rate
Jul 19, 2023The NTCER undergoes periodic updates to address various aspects of registrar employment. In the latest update for 2023.2, two significant changes have come into effect: an increased allocation of admin time and an increase in the minimum hourly rate. -
Policy and Advocacy update
Jul 13, 2023Ensuring the interests of our members are appropriately represented in federal, state and territory consultations and that he distinctive context and conditions of rural and remote practice are recognised, is a key focus of the College’s policy and advocacy work. -
MyMedicare practice registration
Jul 13, 2023MyMedicare was announced in the May Federal budget, following recommendations from the Strengthening Medicare Taskforce. This is a model of voluntary patient registration to support quality continuity of care and new blended funding models for practices and providers. -
ACRRM recognises College Elders in NAIDOC week, and always
Jul 3, 2023The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) confirms its commitment to reconciliation this NAIDOC week. The theme for NAIDOC week this year, For Our Elders, recognises the prominent role Elders have played, and continue to play, in communities across our nation. -
Respectful workplaces update
Jun 29, 2023ACRRM is committed to fostering safe and respectful training and work environments for our members with cultures of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and people can reach their full potential. -
QLD Member Forum wrap up
Jun 29, 2023It was a pleasure to join College President Dr Daniel Halliday to meet with members at our Queensland Member Forum run in conjunction with RDAQ on 7 June. ACCRM is committed to providing spaces for members to engage with the college and this was one opportunity to do so. Dr Halliday provided members with a brief update on College activities including College-led training and Rural Generalist specialist recognition. -
ACRRM calls on governments to pay heed to new report on rural health funding inequity
Jun 29, 2023The College calls on the nation’s policy makers to pay serious attention to a new report showing rural and remote Australians continue to receive far less of the national healthcare spend than their counterparts in cities. -
Policy and Advocacy update
Jun 22, 2023The College has recently provided feedback to public consultations on the Mid-term review of the National Health Reform Agreement Addendum 2020-25 and the Tasmanian Healthcare Plan 2040 and is in the process of finalising a submission on the Kruk Review's Interim Report on regulatory settings for overseas trained doctors. In addition to making formal written submissions, both the CEO and President had the opportunity to meet with consultants overseeing both the Mid-term and Kruk reviews to outline key issues of concern. -
Climate and Health update
Jun 15, 2023With many rural and remote areas reliant on primary agriculture production and vulnerable to drought, bushfires, cyclones, floods and heatwaves, these areas stand to be disproportionately affected by the impacts of changes in climate. This is documented in the College Policy Position on Climate and Health. -
ACRRM Fellows recognised for service to medicine
Jun 15, 2023This week, several ACRRM Fellows have been recognised for their dedicated service to medicine and society in the King’s Birthday Honours list. We congratulate the following Fellows who have been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia, (OAM) for service worthy of particular recognition. -
Wellbeing Compass - Doctors as Elite Athletes
Jun 6, 2023ACRRM wellbeing coordinator Paul Townsley provides a regular blog on self-care and wellness. Read about Paul, and his role supporting registrars, supervisors, Fellows and members. -
Update from the Respectful Workplaces Committee
Jun 1, 2023The ACRRM Respectful Workplaces Committee met on 17 May as part of its cycle of quarterly meetings. The Committee welcomed Mr Harry Purves as the newly-appointed representative from the Future Generalists Committee; and endorsed the appointment of Immediate Past President Dr Sarah Chalmers as the new Chair. -
Empowering reconciliation and education at RMA23
Jun 1, 2023RMA23 delegates can show support to the muwinina and palawa peoples by taking the opportunity to learn more about the Aboriginal history and culture of nipaluna (Hobart) and lutruwita (Tasmania) as a whole, before attending conference. Below are just a couple of informative cultural education resources available to you. -
Healthdirect Service Finder helping patients navigate a complex health system
Jun 1, 2023In May, Healthdirect released new enhancements to the Service Finder. This included removing the search function that means users could only see results within 50km of their search. Now, patients can view all relevant services, regardless of distance. See a demonstration of Service Finder watch our joint webinar with Healthdirect and the Australian Digital Health Agency here -
National Reconciliation Week – an opportunity to be a voice for generations
May 29, 2023National Reconciliation Week is another opportunity for the College to consider the role we play to help achieve reconciliation and be a voice for generations. It is a time to focus on learning about and reflecting on our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to harness our efforts to build strong, resilient and sustainable health resources and services which reflect the needs of rural, remote and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. -
ACRRM commits to ‘Be a Voice for Generations’ this National Reconciliation Week and beyond
May 26, 2023The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) acknowledges and supports National Reconciliation Week and continues its commitment to providing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with improved healthcare. -
Climate and Health Update
May 25, 2023Climate and health is a focus of College advocacy and featured in discussions during the recent Board and Council meeting. The College encourages members to engage in discussions on the topic in Connect@ACRRM, and to provide feedback to the policy team that will help inform information and resources. -
Rural Generalists the unintended victim of moves to protect Surgeon title
May 22, 2023The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) President Dr Dan Halliday today gave evidence to the Health and Environment Committee Inquiry Public Hearing on Surgeon Titling. Dr Halliday says Rural Generalists (RGs) are the unintended victims of the proposed legislative changes.