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SUMMARY:General practice network meeting | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:General practice staff are invited to attend this meeting to network with peers\, receive industry updates and discuss quality improvement learnings with our GP support team. The meeting will include a presentation from practice nurse Steffi Ceballos from Larter Consulting on nursing workflows around GPCCMPs and health assessments. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/general-practice-network-meeting-bendigo-2/
LOCATION:Bendigo Regional Tennis Centre\, 21-26 Nolan Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Meeting,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250916T020601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T020601Z
UID:10002749-1760551200-1760562000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Murray PHN local mental health and psychosocial services | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:GP and GP Registrars who work in the Bendigo district and are involved in the mental health assessment and referral process\, are invited to attend this in-person dinner event for an overview of local mental health services commissioned by Murray PHN and the opportunity to share experiences and ideas for improvement. An incentive payment is available to participants. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/murray-phn-local-mental-health-and-psychosocial-services-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251014T070000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251014T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250917T055048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T055048Z
UID:10002755-1760425200-1760434200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Allied Health Community of Practice | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:This community of practice breakfast event for allied health professionals\, aims to provide a welcoming space for connection\, collaboration and practical learning. It will focus on collaboration and understanding allied health in the primary care landscape with local guest speakers. \nClick here to learn more and register. \nA statement of attendance will be available to support CPD requirements.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/allied-health-community-of-practice-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250630T233446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T003139Z
UID:10002683-1756317600-1756326600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:CoP for Health Professionals working in Residential Aged Care | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Clinical and care staff who work in and provide services to residential aged care homes are invited to attend an evening focussed on collaboration and mental health. Keynote speaker Professor Sunil Bhar from Swinburne University of Technology\, will be joined by a panel of multidisciplinary experts. \nClick here to learn more and register. \nClick here for a flyer.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/cop-for-health-professionals-working-in-residential-aged-care-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250714T002755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T002815Z
UID:10002700-1754590500-1754596800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Skin Cancer Community of Practice | Bendigo and online
DESCRIPTION:Presentations at this event will include Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy for Stage 3 Melanoma by Medical Oncologist\, Dr Sam Harris and  Skin Cancer Management in the Elderly and Co-Morbid by General Surgeon\, Dr Tulip Chowdhury. \nClick here to register. \nClick here for a flyer.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/skin-cancer-community-of-practice-bendigo-and-online-3/
LOCATION:Bendigo Health – West Wing\, Lecture Room 1\, Enter from Hope Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,External event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T171500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250610T013500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T013500Z
UID:10002661-1753809300-1753819200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:General Practice Network Meeting | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:General practice staff are invited to attend this dinner meeting\, which includes guest speaker\, Dr Natalie Flatt\, who will cover topics that include burn out and self-care in the workplace. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/general-practice-network-meeting-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250522T033146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T033244Z
UID:10002652-1750357800-1750359600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Fertility education | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Monash IVF \nThis is set to be a wonderful educational and networking evening with Dr Anju Agrwal presenting on “AMH and Egg Freezing”\, Dr Emma Clifton presenting on “Fertility workups and Genetic Carrier Screening” and Dr Cameron Sharp exploring “Male Factor Infertility”. \nThis interactive session is tailored to doctors seeking to enhance their knowledge in reproductive health. \n– Gain valuable insights from Monash IVF Fertility Specialists\n– Participate in an open Q&A session with Dr Anju Agrwal\, Dr Emma Clifton\, and Dr Cameron Sharp\n– Network with peers in a relaxed dinner setting \nWith increased awareness of male factor infertility and tests like AMH and genetic carrier screening\, comes a growing number of questions for General Practitioners. At Monash IVF\, we are excited to invite you to our next fertility education dinner in Bendigo where together we can explore these topics. \nTarget audience: GPs \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/fertility-educational-dinner/
LOCATION:MacKenzie Quarters\, 10 - 12 Mackenzie Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Seminar
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ORGANIZER;CN="other":MAILTO:info@monashivf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250423T042321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T060240Z
UID:10002623-1749060000-1749069000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Perimenopause and Menopause Management | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:GPs are invited to this event to hear from Dr Karishma Kaur\, GP and Clinical Lead\, Sexual and Reproductive Health Hub at Bendigo Community Health Services. Dr Karishma Kaur will draw on her experience as a regional GP to explore the challenges and opportunities in providing menopause care in primary practice. This session will focus on the holistic management of perimenopause and menopause\, including symptom recognition\, assessment\, and the development of personalised care plans. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/endometriosis-and-chronic-pelvic-pain-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250526T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250408T063433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T063555Z
UID:10002600-1748260800-1748264400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:FITS Clinic - Immunisation Ask Me Anything (AMA) session | Bendigo or online
DESCRIPTION:The City of Greater Bendigo and Family Immunisation & Travel Specialists (FITS) Clinic are\ncollaborating to provide a satellite “pop-up” travel immunisation clinic for the wider Bendigo\ncommunity. \nFITS is also offering a FREE “Ask Me Anything” session for any GP practice nurses\, nurse\nimmunisers and GPs to chat with their specialists about anything related to immunisation. \nFITS is Victoria’s largest private travel clinic for kids\, comprising a team of paediatricians and\nimmunisation nurses who specialise in travel medicine and immunisation. This satellite clinic\npartnership specifically provides local access to BCG vaccine for families\, without the need to\ntravel to Melbourne. Families will also have access to regular National Immunisation Program\nand flu vaccines provided by the City of Greater Bendigo at the same location. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/fits-clinic-immunisation-ask-me-anything-ama-session-bendigo-or-online/
LOCATION:Strathdale community centre\, 155 Crook St\, Strathdale\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,External event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="FITS":MAILTO:info@fitsclinic.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250408T234718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T234718Z
UID:10002606-1747990800-1748019600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Youth in distress: Managing suicidality and self-harm | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Black Dog Institute\, this training has been designed to build on the current level of skills of psychologists and counsellors working with young people. It aims to further develop confidence in undertaking risk assessments and safety planning for youth in distress. \nThe workshop is suitable for mental health clinicians working with young people providing mental health support in a 1:1 setting. A baseline of knowledge and skills in providing mental health support is assumed. If you do not have this\, this training will not be suitable for you. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/youth-in-distress-managing-suicidality-and-self-harm-bendigo/
LOCATION:headspace Bendigo\, 78-80 Pall Mall\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250318T034810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T013531Z
UID:10000615-1744826400-1744833600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Marc Ryan\, The Beautiful Bogan - A Story of Hope | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Come along to a one-of-a-kind comedy show\, as Marc Ryan\, known as the Beautiful Bogan\, shares his experiences of post-traumatic stress disorder and living with thoughts of suicide to help normalise conversations about mental health. There will be lots of jokes\, laughter\, stories and above all\, hope shared. \nThis is an over 18 event. \nContent Advisory. This performance contains strong language and discusses living with thoughts of suicide. \nClick here to learn more and register. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/marc-ryan-the-beautiful-bogan-a-story-of-hope-bendigo/
LOCATION:National Hotel Complex\, 182-186 High Street\, Bendigo\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.7648113;144.2690519
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250113T030925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T031023Z
UID:10000492-1742406300-1742414400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Practice network meeting | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:General practitioners\, practice managers\, practice nurses and other general practice staff are invited this practice network meeting that will include a presentation from Wendy O’Meara on: \n\nReception triage\nManaging difficult and aggressive patients\nPreparing for accreditation.\n\nDinner will be provided. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/practice-network-meeting-bendigo/
LOCATION:Murray PHN | Central Victoria\, 3-5 View Point\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.7599146;144.2774456
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250317T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250313T005434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T005434Z
UID:10000587-1742202000-1742317200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Applied suicide intervention skills training (ASIST) | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first aid. It teaches participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. ASIST is accredited by Suicide Prevention Australia and is widely used by healthcare providers. Suitable for all clinical and non-clinical staff. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training-asist-bendigo/
LOCATION:Central Deborah Motel\, 177/183 High St\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180224
CREATED:20250116T044519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T044519Z
UID:10000497-1741889700-1741899600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nThis workshop is for GP/GP registrars to learn how to use the IAR decision support tool to help people seeking mental health support. \nA $300 payment is available for eligible GPs who complete the two-hour training. This training is an approved CPD activity for RACGP/ACRRM members. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/iar-training-bendigo-mar2025/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20250124T001136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T001212Z
UID:10000514-1741284000-1741294800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP Education Evening: Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Local GPs are invited to join this education evening to learn about regional Victoria’s first endometriosis and pelvic pain clinic\, understand referral pathways and discuss the holistic approach to care within Bendigo Community Health Services’ Sexual & Reproductive Health Hub. \nClick here to download a flyer. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/gp-education-evening-endometriosis-and-pelvic-pain-bendigo/
LOCATION:MacKenzie Quarters\, 10 - 12 Mackenzie Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,External event,Networking,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bendigo Community Health Services":MAILTO:bchs@bchs.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20241016T223918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T224102Z
UID:10000383-1733302800-1733329800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Chronic Conditions of the Foot | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is being delivered by Benchmarque Group in collaboration with Murray PHN and will help to build a practical skillset for foot assessment\, that enables a healthcare practitioner to be competent and confident in chronic conditions of the foot basic care. \nThis workshop is suitable for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers and practitioners\, allied health workers\, enrolled and registered nurses\, nurse practitioners\, GPs or practice managers. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nSafely perform a basic foot care assessment\nDetermine foot care requirements\nPrepare and use basic equipment and materials\nDocument foot\, skin and nail care according to organisational requirements\nMake appropriate referrals in a timely manner\n\nThe course is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health under the Chronic Disease Support Project. \nClick here to apply and enrol at no cost. \nClick here to download a flyer. \nEnquiries: Benchmarque Group\, e: courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au or t: 1300 855 568
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/chronic-conditions-of-the-foot-bendigo/
LOCATION:Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
GEO:-36.7481752;144.2923898
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241203T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20241016T223610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T042022Z
UID:10000382-1733216400-1733243400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Wound Management: Advanced Practice | Bendigo (Fully booked\, join waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:This Benchmarque Group workshop will cover the advanced principles of wound assessment and care\, including identifying appropriate wound treatment and best practice for compliance in wound swab culture\, clinical documentation and report writing – with a guide to deliver patient education for continued care and chronic wound prevention. \nIt is suitable for registered and enrolled nurses\, nurse practitioners\, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander health workers and practitioners\, GPs\, general practice registrars and other health professionals on application. \nThis workshop is being provided at no cost\, with funding from Murray PHN through the Australian Government’s PHN program. \nUse code MurrayAWM24 after logging in as a student to enrol at no cost. \nClick here to join the waitlist. \nDownload flyer here. \nEnquiries: Benchmarque Group\, e: courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au or t: 1300 855 568
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/wound-management-advanced-practice-bendigo/
LOCATION:Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
GEO:-36.7481752;144.2923898
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241126T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20241007T042441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T231328Z
UID:10000374-1732645800-1732653000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication management and restrictive practices for prescribers in aged care | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:To ensure quality of life for older people through appropriate use of medications\, The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission will provide education on the current evidence\, legislative requirements and roles and responsibilities of prescribers. \nThis event is for general practitioners\, nurse practitioners\, and other prescribers working with older people receiving aged care services. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/medication-management-for-prescribers-in-aged-care-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20241007T042239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T231247Z
UID:10000373-1732615200-1732622400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Medication management and restrictive practices for providers of aged care | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:To ensure quality of life for older people through appropriate use of medications\, The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission will provide education on the current evidence\, legislative requirements and roles and responsibilities of aged care providers. \nThis event is for clinical staff working in aged care\, including registered nurses\, clinical managers\, allied health staff and pharmacists. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/medication-management-for-providers-of-aged-care-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241118T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20241003T032644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T032717Z
UID:10000370-1731953700-1731963600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nThis workshop is for GP/GP registrars to learn how to use the IAR decision support tool to help people seeking mental health support. \nA $300 payment is available for eligible GPs who complete the two-hour training. This training is an approved CPD activity for RACGP/ ACRRM members. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/gp-gp-registrar-initial-assessment-and-referral-training-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241101T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240906T035430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T001431Z
UID:10000333-1730453400-1730471400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Community of practice forum for health professionals working in aged care | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:This is a forum is for primary mental health service providers\, GPs\, practice nurses\, allied health and residential and community aged care staff\, and will provide dementia training focusing on emotional connections to improve the quality of life for those with memory loss. \nClick here to learn more and register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/pts-in-residential-aged-care-homes-community-of-practice-forum-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240920T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240715T060958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T003702Z
UID:10000289-1726822800-1726848000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Aboriginal health practitioners\, allied health professionals\, nurses and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment\, who would like to offer extended client support or brief interventions\, and increase their skills\, knowledge and confidence in their motivational interviewing approach can attend this training. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDescribe the key skills and principles of motivational interviewing and its benefits\nEvaluate the client’s readiness\, willingness and motivation to change\nUse effective communication and practical strategies to encourage conversation with a client\nIdentify the client’s discrepancy between current and preferred behaviour through the decisional balance tool\nPrepare a plan with realistic goals with clients to help facilitate and motivate them towards change.\n\nPresenter:  \n\nStavroula Zandes\, Health & Wellbeing Training Consultants.\n\nStav has a background in psychology and counselling and worked with Quit Victoria and the Cancer Council Victoria for 20 years in a range of roles. From 2005 – 2012\, she was responsible for Quit’s statewide smoking cessation intervention training programs for health\, community\, workplace and education professionals. Stav is currently lecturing and tutoring at Monash University in the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. In 2013\, she founded Health & Wellbeing Training Consultants – a training and education business focusing on health and wellbeing\, and specialising in behaviour change and communication skills\, such as motivational interviewing. \nClick here to register. \nCheck in from 8.45am.\nEnquiries to education@murrayphn.org.au
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/motivational-interviewing-training-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240903T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240807T040313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T052632Z
UID:10000303-1725354000-1725379200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Spirometry Training Course | Bendigo (Wait list only)
DESCRIPTION:Practice nurses\, GPs and other primary healthcare professionals can attend this interactive course to receive comprehensive training in the application\, measurement and interpretation of expiratory spirometry in general practice. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify the clinical indications where spirometry is recommended.\nDemonstrate the ability to correctly perform a spirometry test\, using role play and peer review.\nInterpret spirometry results to differentiate between respiratory conditions\, such as asthma and COPD.\nAssess your own practice quality assurance procedures for spirometry.\n\nAccreditation: \n\nThis activity has been approved by RACGP for 4.5 hours of Educational Activities and 1.5 hours of Reviewing Performance. RACGP Activity ID 409754.\nThis activity has been approved by ACRRM as an educational event for 6 hours. ACRRM Activity ID 34279.\n\nClick here to join the waiting list. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/spirometry-training-course-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240809T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240612T014737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T015143Z
UID:10000254-1723194000-1723219200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Course in Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation) 11030NAT
DESCRIPTION:Value for organisations: Building the skillset required to confidently support Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation) and improve Ear Health Assessment focusing on safe clinical practice. Be workplace ready to understand the changing treatment considerations and processes. \nLearning outcomes: \n• Understand the basic anatomy and function of the ear including the basic landmarks of the\ntympanic membrane\n• Assess the ear to define the appropriate wax management decision\, identify the risks and risk\nmanagement considerations.\n• Recognise complications of ear irrigation\, and appropriate management\, documentation\,\nand follow up processes.\n• Understand the competencies required for successful ear irrigation. \nFor further information\, please visit the website or contact us on 1300 855 568 or courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/course-in-ear-wax-removal-irrigation-11030nat/
LOCATION:Mecure Bendigo Schaller\, 60 Lucan Street\, BENDIGO\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240612T023416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T024454Z
UID:10000253-1723107600-1723134600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Course in Ear Wax Removal (Microsuction) 11031NAT
DESCRIPTION:Value for organisations: Microsuction is a strategic treatment option for ear health\, whether it is a foreign body or wax removal that is required. This course requires a strong understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the ear. Build the knowledge of when to use microsuction\, as a technique\, with practice and assessments using mannequins to enhance capability\, and strengthen patient care. \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Assess and determine factors that affect ear and hearing health in relation to microsuction\n• Assess the client’s physical and pathophysiological auditory status and seek advice where appropriate\n• Perform ear canal microsuctioning procedures when deemed appropriate and safe. \nAs an RACGP accredited provider\, our Course in Ear Wax Removal (Microsuction) is the first of our courses to be RACGP accredited activity. We are accredited in:\n• Reviewing Performance – 2 Hours\n• Educational Activities – 2.5 Hours
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/course-in-ear-wax-removal-microsuction-11031nat/
LOCATION:Mecure Bendigo Schaller\, 60 Lucan Street\, BENDIGO\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240625T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240520T003704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T051930Z
UID:10000214-1719307800-1719318600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Enabling EDIE (Educational Dementia Immersive Experience) | Bendigo FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:Staff in various care settings providing support to people living with dementia\, including GPs\, practice nurses\, Aboriginal health practitioners\, allied and other health professionals are invited to this workshop presented by Dementia Australia and funded by Murray PHN. \nEnabling EDIE (Educational Dementia Immersive Experience) is an immersive workshop that enables participants to see the world through the eyes of a person living with dementia. Using virtual reality technology\, this workshop enhances your knowledge of dementia while exploring strategies to support a person with dementia to live more confidently. \nPlease note that this event is now fully booked.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/enabling-edie-educational-dementia-immersive-experience-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Lakeside Hotel\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240614T121500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240614T143000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240514T050125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T014232Z
UID:10000198-1718367300-1718375400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Central Victoria General Practice Network Meeting | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:General practice staff can attend this event to network with peers\, receive industry updates and discuss quality improvement learnings with our general practice support team. Wendy O’Meara from Larter Consulting will also be speaking about all things general practice. \nClick here to register. \nClick here to download a flyer.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/central-victoria-general-practice-network-meeting-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Meeting,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240605T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240605T203000
DTSTAMP:20260531T180225
CREATED:20240514T042535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T024536Z
UID:10000194-1717612200-1717619400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:When community palliative care meets general practice | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Community palliative care provides support and specialised medical care to manage pain\, symptoms and emotional distress outside of hospital. GPs play a key role as the main point of contact\, delivering consistent care and personalised assistance. \nGeneral practitioners and GP registrars are invited to attend this education and networking event. Dinner will be provided and there will be plenty of opportunity for GPs to network with peers\, palliative care team members and Murray PHN staff. \nPresenters: team members from the Loddon Mallee Regional Palliative Care Consortium will provide information about services available to GPs and their patients as well as outlining referral processes. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/when-community-palliative-care-meets-general-practice-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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