Victorian Rural Health Conference 2026
Hosted by Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA), 15 - 17 May 2026, Melbourne Click here to learn more and register.
42 events found.
Events
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Pullman Melbourne on the Park 192 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Fundamentals of Wound Management | Melbourne
ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley 297 Springvale Road, Glen Waverley, AustraliaWound Innovations is proud to deliver the Fundamentals of Wound Management workshop to health care professionals. This face-to-face education program aims to increase staff knowledge, improve outcomes for residents with […]
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Addressing rising rates of congenital syphilis | Online
Hosted by the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health Join us for an engaging session on rising rates of congenital syphilis with Dr Stephanie Bond. Dr Stephanie Bond is […]
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safeTALK Workshop | Swan Hill
One28 Doors 128 Curlewis Street, Swan Hill, Victoria, AustraliaPeople aged 16 years and older can attend this workshop, which prepares participants to recognise people with thoughts of suicide and connect them to a suicide first aid resource. Click here […]
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Urgent care identification workshop for frontline staff | Bendigo
Quality Lakeside Hotel 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaUrgent care identification training supports people to be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, severe allergic reactions, traumatic injuries and respiratory distress. Medical administrators, […]
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General Practice Network Meeting | Echuca
Quest Echuca 25-29 Heygarth Street, Echuca, Victoria, AustraliaGeneral practice staff are invited to attend this network meeting to hear from Murray PHN and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and receive an overview of RACGP's Standards […]
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Advancing integration of Hepatitis C care | Online
Hosted by ASHM What if the key to better hepatitis C care is rethinking what we mean by “culturally safe”? ASHM’s interactive Forum returns for its fourth year with a […]
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Workshop 3 of 3: “The What” making change happen – transforming your MDT care into practice through quality improvement | Online
Join Gippsland PHN and Prestantia Health in this three-part workshop program to develop knowledge, support and optimise your practices' integration of multidisciplinary team care. These education sessions are part of […]
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Woman’s health masterclass | Shepparton
Thr University of Melbourne, Shepparton Campus 49 Graham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, AustraliaGPs and GP registrars are invited to this event to hear from staff from GV Health's Obstetric and Gynaecology team and Dr Jimmy Tseng from Princess Park Clinic on investigating and […]
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Sexual and reproductive health update | Swan Hill
One28 Doors 128 Curlewis Street, Swan Hill, Victoria, AustraliaGPs, nurses, nurse practitioners, Aboriginal health practitioners and workers can attend this event for updates on local sexually transmissible infection and bloodborne virus epidemiology and reproductive healthcare. Hear from presenters from The Royal Women’s Hospital, Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit, Swan Hill District Health and the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health. Click here to learn more […]
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Breast Surgery Update | Bendigo
Bendigo Breast Clinic 39 Drought Street, Bendigo, VIC, AustraliaHosted by Bendigo Breast Clinic Topics: Breast cancer genetics Germline testing access Breast density and risk Practical application of evolving surgical approaches Audience: GPs and GP registrars RSVP by 18 May 2026 to: reception@bendigobreastclinic.com.au
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ADHD in adults: Managing pharmacotherapy in general practice | Mildura
Botanica Restaurant 413 Deakin Avenue, Mildura, VIC, AustraliaGPs, GP registrars are invited to attend this event to learn a practical framework for initiating and managing stimulants and non-stimulants. Dr Emilie Staehr, GP, Program and Development Manager from May Medical will discuss reframing ADHD treatment, the treatment pillars and provide a pharmacotherapy overview including troubleshooting and optimisation. Click here to learn more and […]
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From skin cancer to aesthetics | Bendigo
MacKenzie Quarters 10 - 12 Mackenzie Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaHosted by Bendigo Skin Doctors and Bendigo Medispa This event will provide an overview of skin cancer and procedural services at Bendigo Skin Doctors, with an opportunity to meet the team and connect with local GPs. Key discussion and insights: Tips and tricks in skin cancer diagnosis and management. Non-surgical management of sun damage and […]
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Essentials of Primary Health Care workshop | Mildura
Mildura Sporting Precinct Corner of Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street, Mildura, Victoria, AustraliaThis workshop is for primary healthcare nurses at any career stage. Delivered by Nurse Educators from the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA), it will provide people with skills and knowledge on chronic condition management, immunisation, clinical assessment and triage, wound management, infection prevention and control, professional practice and the Australian health care system. […]
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Voluntary assisted dying in general practice webinar: Legal and clinical insights
Join the End of Life Law for Clinicians (ELLC) training program for a FREE case study webinar on voluntary assisted dying (VAD) with presenters Dr Penny Burns (GP) and Dr Eliana Close (PhD law). Gain clinical and legal insights including: legal requirements for having VAD conversation GPs’ roles in relation to VAD eligibility requirements for […]
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Essentials of Primary Health Care workshop | Bendigo (fully booked – join waitlist)
Quality Lakeside Hotel 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaThis workshop is for primary healthcare nurses at any career stage. Delivered by Nurse Educators from the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA), it will provide people with skills and knowledge on chronic condition management, immunisation, clinical assessment and triage, wound management, infection prevention and control, professional practice and the Australian health care system. […]
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Initial assessment and referral (IAR) for mental healthcare | Online
WebinarThe IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments, and support general practitioners and other health professionals to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. This session will teach participants how to use the […]
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General Practice Network Meeting | Albury Wodonga
The Cube Wodonga 118 Hovell Street, Wodonga, Victoria, AustraliaGeneral practice staff are invited to attend this network meeting to hear from Murray PHN and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and receive an overview of RACGP’s Standards for general practice (6th edition). Click here to register.
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HealthPathways and dementia care for allied health | Mildura
Mildura Grand Hotel Gallagher Lane, Mildura, Victoria, AustraliaAllied health professionals can attend this session to build understanding of local dementia pathways, resources and referral options - while contributing insights to help shape future dementia care across the region. Click here to learn more and register.
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Post-Stroke Spasticity – the importance of early diagnosis and treatment | Shepparton
The Carrington Hotel 505 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, AustraliaHosted by Family Medical Centre Shepparton Dr. Devamullage Thushara, specialist in rehabilitation medicine, will present on: Post-Stroke Spasticity (PSS) and what matters to patients Predictors of severe PSS What impact does PSS have on quality of life Typical Ul and LL spastic patterns in PSS PSS referral tools Case studies to illustrate the main discussion […]
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Haematuria in the general practice setting: assessment, investigation, management and referral | Online
Hosted by the Australian Prostate Centre In this session, urological surgeon Dr David Wetherell will go through a practical step-by-step investigation of microscopic and macroscopic haematuria, essential work-ups, and when […]
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Women’s health across the lifespan | Bendigo
Quality Hotel Lakeside 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC, AustraliaHosted by St John of God Bendigo Hospital Nine of our obstetricians and gynaecologists will share practical strategies for managing common obstetric and gynaecological cases, helping you navigate day-to-day challenges […]
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Cross-cultural workshop in sexual and reproductive health | Wangaratta
Gateway Health 45-47 MacKay Street, Wangaratta, Victoria, AustraliaJoin the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH) and Women's Health Goulburn North East (WHGNE) for training on providing culturally safe and inclusive sexual and reproductive health support for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. The session will cover: Why it is important to talk about sexual health and how to approach a […]
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HealthPathways and dementia care for allied health | Albury
Mantra Hotel Albury Southern Cross Room, 524 Smollett Street, Albury, New South Wales, AustraliaAllied health professionals can attend this session to build understanding of local dementia pathways, resources and referral options - while contributing insights to help shape future dementia care across the region. Click here to learn more and register.
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HealthPathways and dementia care for allied health | Bendigo
Quality Hotel Lakeside 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC, AustraliaAllied health professionals can attend this session to build understanding of local dementia pathways, resources and referral options - while contributing insights to help shape future dementia care across the region. Click here to learn more and register.
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General Practice Network Meeting | Mildura
Monash University - Rural Health Mildura 231 – 237 Thirteenth Street, Mildura, VIC, AustraliaGeneral practice staff are invited to attend this network meeting to hear from Murray PHN and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and receive an overview of RACGP’s Standards for general practice (6th edition). Click here to register.
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HealthPathways and dementia care for allied health | Shepparton
Quality Hotel Parklake 481 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, VIC, AustraliaAllied health professionals can attend this session to build understanding of local dementia pathways, resources and referral options - while contributing insights to help shape future dementia care across the region. Click here to learn more and register.
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Initial assessment and referral (IAR) for mental healthcare | Online
WebinarThe IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments, and support general practitioners and other health professionals to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. This session will teach participants how to use the […]
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Cross-cultural workshop in sexual and reproductive health | Mansfield
Mansfield Adult Community Education 145-147 High Street, Mansfield, AustraliaJoin the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH) and Multicultural Health and Support Services (MHSS) to explore how to provide culturally safe and inclusive sexual and reproductive health support for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. This interactive sexual and reproductive health workforce training is designed for professionals who support people from CALD […]
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Myhealth Academy Women’s and Men’s Health Essentials in Primary Care Conference
The Westin Hotel Melbourne 205 Collins Street, Melbourne, Vic, AustraliaHosted by myhealth Academy We are excited to announce the launch of the Myhealth Academy Women’s & Men’s Health Essentials Conference 2026 bringing these two critical domains together for the […]
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Infant and family mental health: Integrating lived experience expertise into your practice | Online
Presented in partnership with Emerging Minds Explore how lived experience workers are incorporated into infant mental health care, and how peer perspectives can be integrated into multidisciplinary practice when supporting infants, toddlers and their families. You’ll learn how lived experience approaches can strengthen engagement, build stronger relationships, and improve outcomes in infant and toddler mental health […]
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Applied suicide intervention skills training (ASIST) | Mildura (CANCELLED)
La Trobe University Mildura 471 Benetook Avenue, Mildura, Victoria, AustraliaASIST is founded on the principle that everyone can make a difference in preventing suicide. The more people who have suicide intervention training, the more likely it is they will be able to identify someone at risk and intervene to keep them safe. This training is for community members who are aged 16 years and […]
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Hope for the best, plan for the rest workshop | Albury
Albury Library Museum Corner Kiewa and Swift Streets, Albury, NSWThis workshop is designed to empower individuals and their families who are facing a life-changing illness by helping them navigate care with confidence. Click here to learn more and register.
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Is your practice ready for pay increases from 1 July 2026? | Online
Hosted by HR in Health The 1 July changes bring critical updates to minimum wages and modern award rates, and it’s essential that practices understand what these mean in real […]
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CKD, diabetes and CVD – make the link | Bendigo
Quality Lakeside Hotel 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaGPs and GP registrars are invited to join colleagues for an evening of education and networking. Attend this event to hear from clinical nephrologist, Chris Holmes, and enhance your skills and knowledge in making the link between chronic kidney disease (CKD), diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD), and the impact of these conditions on an individual’s wellbeing. […]
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Inclusive and culturally responsive care for allied health professionals | Mildura
Mildura Grand Hotel Gallagher Lane, Mildura, Victoria, AustraliaAllied health professionals working in primary care and community settings are invited to attend this interactive session on multicultural health and diversity. Hear from keynote speaker Dr Maria Pallotta-Chiarolli, Honorary Fellow, Deakin University to build understanding of culturally and linguistically diverse communities and people with low English proficiency to increase access to care and stronger […]
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Major asthma management updates | Bendigo
MacKenzie Quarters 10 - 12 Mackenzie Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaThis practical, case-based education evening is designed to help primary care professionals to confidently apply the latest Australian Asthma Handbook guidelines in clinical practice. Learning outcomes: Understand key updates to the Australian Asthma Guidelines Explore the shift away from SABA-only therapy Discuss and apply AIR/MART therapy in clinical practice Identify strategies to reduce preventable exacerbations […]
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Integrating sexual health into AOD care: Practical strategies for nurses and midwives | Online
OnlinePeople accessing alcohol and other drug (AOD) services often face higher risks of sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs). Nurses and midwives play a vital role in reducing these risks by integrating sexual health into everyday care. The Australasia Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine and Drug and Alcohol Nurses […]
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Urgent care identification workshop for frontline staff | Albury (fully booked – join waitlist)
Best Western Plus Hovell Tree Inn Albury 614 Hovell Street, Albury, NSW, AustraliaUrgent care identification training supports people to be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, severe allergic reactions, traumatic injuries and respiratory distress. Medical administrators, receptionists, practice managers, Aboriginal health workers and other non-clinical and health administration staff working in local primary healthcare services can attend this workshop to develop […]
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Dementia update | Bendigo
Quality Lakeside Hotel 286 Napier Street, Bendigo, Victoria, AustraliaGPs, GP registrars, the residential aged care workforce and other health professionals supporting aged care are invited to attend this event. Hear from Dr Hannah Brownstein, Geriatrician from Geriatric Care Australia and Bendigo Health and learn the latest skills and strategies to diagnose and manage treatment for people living with dementia. Learning outcomes: Describe the […]
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Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online (fully booked – join waitlist)
WebinarThis training is suitable for general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. Facilitated by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO), the training will offer foundational knowledge and awareness on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, identities and cultures while exploring the basics […]
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Management of behaviours for people living with dementia | Mildura (fully booked – join waitlist)
Botanica Restaurant 413 Deakin Avenue, Mildura, VIC, AustraliaGPs, GP registrars, the residential aged care workforce and other health professionals supporting aged care are invited to attend this event. Hear from Dr Stephen Campbell, consultant physician and geriatrician at Mildura Base Hospital and learn the latest skills and strategies to manage behaviours for people living with dementia. This event is fully booked - […]
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