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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training | Swan Hill
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-swan-hill/
LOCATION:Murray ACE\, 429 Campbell St\, Swan Hill\, VIC\, 3585\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Swan Hill,Training
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241205T000953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T000953Z
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SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Online
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-online-11/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20240715T061648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T053216Z
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SUMMARY:Motivational interviewing training | Shepparton
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-shepparton-2/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Parklake\, 481 Wyndham Street\, Shepparton\, VIC\, 3630\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Shepparton,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T203000
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CREATED:20241212T041703Z
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SUMMARY:Improving Childhood Asthma Management Community of Practice | Online
DESCRIPTION:This community of practice (CoP) session will focus on asthma action plans (AAPs)\, communicating with schools and managing asthma in children and adolescents in a school-based setting. \nIt aims to improve clinician confidence in managing childhood asthma\, and foster collaboration between asthma care services\, the Royal Children’s Hospital\, Asthma Australia and the National Asthma Council Australia. \nFacilitators: \n\nDr Katherine Chen\, paediatrician and the clinical lead of the short stay unit at Royal Children’s Hospital\, and aa clinician scientist fellow in the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute’s health services and economics group.\nDr Kirsty Tamis\, a GP and member of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners\, Royal College of General Practitioners and Royal College of Physicians in the UK.\nDr Shivanthan Shanthikumar\, paediatric respiratory specialist and clinician-scientist at Royal Children’s Hospital.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nImplement best practice management for asthma in children\nDescribe resources and local services available for children living with asthma\nIdentify collaborative\, multidisciplinary opportunities to improve care for children living with asthma\nInterpret local data and identify potential solutions to improve asthma care locally.\n\nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/improving-childhood-asthma-management-icam-community-of-practice-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Western Melbourne PHN":MAILTO:education@nwmphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241205T001301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T001301Z
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SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
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. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-18/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250117T004940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T005028Z
UID:10000500-1739470500-1739476800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Skin Cancer Community of Practice | Bendigo and online
DESCRIPTION:GPs\, surgeons\, medical and radiation oncologists\, nursing staff and allied health professionals in the Loddon Mallee region can attend this online or in-person event. \nThe presenters and topics for the February event include: \n\nDr Clare Bajraszewski\, Radiation Oncologist\, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre\, Bendigo: Which BCCs and SCCs should be referred for adjuvant radiotherapy?\nTamara Dawson\, Founder/CEO of Melanoma & Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN): Experience as a melanoma patient and her path to commencing the advocacy group\n\nClick here for a flyer. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/skin-cancer-community-of-practice-bendigo-and-online-feb2025/
LOCATION:Bendigo Health – West Wing\, Lecture Room 1\, Enter from Hope Street\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250214T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20240912T061516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T053355Z
UID:10000339-1739523600-1739548800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training | Castlemaine
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-castlemaine/
LOCATION:Buda Historic Home & Garden\, 42 Hunter Street\, Castlemaine\, Vic\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Castlemaine,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250217T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250217T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241205T001530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T001530Z
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SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
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. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-19/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241125T041847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T044042Z
UID:10000401-1739878200-1739885400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:General practice update – Understanding the Practice Incentives Program (PIP) and Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) | Online
DESCRIPTION:GPs\, healthcare professionals\, nurses\, practice managers\, general administration staff can attend this webinar to hear from Wendy O’Meara\, Associate Education Consultant\, Larter Consulting. Wendy has worked in the general practice sector for 22 years\, with the last 12 years as practice manager in a large regional general practice in Victoria. \nLearning outcomes:\n1. describe the Practice Incentives Program (PIP) and Workforce Incentive Programs (WIP)\n2. outline PIP and WIP eligibility and reporting requirements\n3. identify the PIP and WIP payment streams including how they are calculated. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/general-practice-update-understanding-the-practice-incentives-program-pip-and-workforce-incentive-program-wip-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250116T023011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T023524Z
UID:10000493-1739902500-1739912400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Wangaratta
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-wangaratta-feb2025/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway\, 29-37 Ryley Street\, Wangaratta\, VIC\, 3677\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Training,Wangaratta
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.3582236;146.3196113
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway 29-37 Ryley Street Wangaratta VIC 3677 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=29-37 Ryley Street:geo:146.3196113,-36.3582236
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241112T034757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T040353Z
UID:10000394-1739959200-1739977200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online (Fully booked\, join waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:This training is suitable general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. \nFacilitated 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 of cultural safety and simple ways to put it into practice. \nVACCHO’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander facilitators enhance participant experience and learning by sharing cultural knowledge and lived experience in a safe learning environment where questions are encouraged and welcome. \nThis event is fully booked. Click here to join the waitlist.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-aboriginal-cultural-safety-online-9/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250202T231655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T231655Z
UID:10000520-1739966400-1739970000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Loddon Mallee Nurse Practitioner Network | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Loddon Mallee Nurse Practitioner Network connects current and future nurse practitioners for professional development and support to contribute towards high quality\, accessible and sustainable health care for rural and regional communities. \nNurse practitioners\, nurse practitioner candidates\, RIPRN and other advanced scope registered nurses who might be interested in obtaining nurse practitioner qualification and endorsement\, who are working in the Loddon Mallee region and/or neighbouring or border towns are welcome to attend. \nClick here to join the Network and receive a calendar invite and meeting link.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/loddon-mallee-nurse-practitioner-network-online-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Networking,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250204T223519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T223519Z
UID:10000525-1739993400-1739998800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Paediatric Asthma Care Masterclass: practical engagement strategies | Online
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Asthma Australia. \nDespite advances in asthma care\, many families face challenges implementing consistent management strategies\, leading to preventable emergency department visits and hospitalisations.   \nThis webinar will tackle strategies to empower children with asthma and their families through effective education and shared decision-making. We will use scenario-based learning to provide practical\, real-world examples of shared care and multi-disciplinary approaches in primary care. You will gain access to practical tools from Asthma Australia to integrate seamlessly into your daily clinical practice.   \nPanellists: \n\nDr Chris Pearce\, General Practitioner and Health Informatician\, Victoria\nDr Tim Senior\, General Practitioner\, Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation\, New South Wales\nDr Shivanthan Shanthikumar\, Paediatric Respiratory Specialist\, RCH and Clinician-Scientist Fellow\, MCRI\, Victoria\nGaylene Bassett\, Nurse Practitioner Paediatric Respiratory and Allergy\, North West Regional Hospital\, Tasmania\nKirsty Porteous\, Asthma Educator\, Asthma Australia\, Queensland\nRebecca Smith\, parent of child with asthma\, Tasmania\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand how person-centred care drives better asthma control\, quality of life and patient satisfaction. \nBuild confidence in using educational tools and behaviour change techniques to enhance family understanding and reduce overwhelm. \nDevelop skills in shared decision-making to empower effective self-management. \nLearn to integrate Asthma Australia’s resources and tools into everyday clinical practice for improved outcomes. \n\nAudience: Health professionals \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/paediatric-asthma-care-masterclass-practical-engagement-strategies-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250116T023443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T023443Z
UID:10000494-1740075300-1740085200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Albury
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/p-gp-registrar-initial-assessment-and-referral-training-albury/
LOCATION:Mantra Hotel Albury\, Southern Cross Room\, 524 Smollett Street\, Albury\, New South Wales\, 2640\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Albury,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.08268;146.9164
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20240715T061806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T015820Z
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SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing Training | Mildura
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-mildura-2/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Mildura Grand\, Corner Seventh Street and Langtree Avenue\, Mildura \, Victoria\, 3500\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Mildura,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241219T224952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T224952Z
UID:10000428-1740510000-1740513600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Clinical webinar series: Updates in management of non-melanoma skin cancer
DESCRIPTION:Join Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) for an educational webinar tailored for Skin Cancer Doctors\, GPs\, Nurses\, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in skin cancer.\nHosted by A/Prof Paul Fishburn (Skin Cancer GP)\, this engaging webinar will feature multidisciplinary experts sharing the latest updates on managing non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) through interactive case study discussions. \nSpeakers:\n• Dr Christoph Sinz (Dermatologist\, MIA)\n• A/Prof Sydney Ch’ng (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon and Head & Neck Surgeon\, MIA)\n• A/Prof Matteo Carlino (Medical Oncologist\, MIA) \nAccreditation: 1 CPD hour. A certificate of attendance will be provided. Accreditation details coming soon. \nAudience: Skin Cancer Doctors\, GPs\, Nurses\, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in skin cancer \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/clinical-webinar-series-updates-in-management-of-non-melanoma-skin-cancer/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia":MAILTO:Education@melanoma.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250116T044146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T044146Z
UID:10000495-1740593700-1740603600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Mildura
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-mildura-feb2025/
LOCATION:Botanica Restaurant\, 413 Deakin Avenue\, Mildura\, VIC\, 3500\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Mildura,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-34.2037748;142.1391626
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Botanica Restaurant 413 Deakin Avenue Mildura VIC 3500 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=413 Deakin Avenue:geo:142.1391626,-34.2037748
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241216T022619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T043407Z
UID:10000421-1740646800-1740673800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Spirometry Training Course | Shepparton (Fully booked\, join waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:The Spirometry Training Course is brought to you by Murray PHN and the National Asthma Council Australia as part of the National Asthma Council Australia’s Asthma Education Program. \nThis six-hour interactive workshop is for local practice nurses\, GPs and other primary healthcare professionals. It will provide comprehensive training in the application\, measurement and interpretation of expiratory spirometry in general practice. \nClick here to join the waitlist \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 35243.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/spirometry-training-course-shepparton/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Parklake\, 481 Wyndham Street\, Shepparton\, VIC\, 3630\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Shepparton,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.3870619;145.3984608
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quality Hotel Parklake 481 Wyndham Street Shepparton VIC 3630 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=481 Wyndham Street:geo:145.3984608,-36.3870619
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250106T002952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T214949Z
UID:10000430-1740679200-1740688200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Community of practice for health professionals working in residential aged care homes | Shepparton
DESCRIPTION:This forum is for GPs\, clinical and care staff in residential aged care homes\, health professionals working with residential aged care homes including pharmacists and allied health professionals\, Residential in Reach\, local geriatricians\, CDAMS memory clinic and Dementia Australia specialists. It will focus on collaboration and dementia\, with guest speakers and panellists including local dementia specialists. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/community-of-practice-for-health-professionals-working-in-residential-aged-care-homes-shepparton/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Parklake\, 481 Wyndham Street\, Shepparton\, VIC\, 3630\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum,Shepparton
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.3870619;145.3984608
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quality Hotel Parklake 481 Wyndham Street Shepparton VIC 3630 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=481 Wyndham Street:geo:145.3984608,-36.3870619
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250106T004903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T010751Z
UID:10000431-1741164300-1741192200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Chronic conditions of the foot | Albury
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 and 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 and Aged Care 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-albury/
LOCATION:Mantra Hotel Albury\, Southern Cross Room\, 524 Smollett Street\, Albury\, New South Wales\, 2640\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Albury,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
GEO:-36.08268;146.9164
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mantra Hotel Albury Southern Cross Room 524 Smollett Street Albury New South Wales 2640 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Southern Cross Room\, 524 Smollett Street:geo:146.9164,-36.08268
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250121T043830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T043842Z
UID:10000488-1741199400-1742416200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Contemporary TGD Health for GPs and Prescribing Clinicians
DESCRIPTION:Created specifically for the unique needs of General Practitioners\, this CPD-accredited and free-of-charge course is designed to empower and equip Victorian GPs in transgender and gender diverse (TGD) primary care. \nCo-designed and delivered by leading General Practitioners in the field and TGD health professionals\, this initiative has been created to improve health outcomes and access for the trans and gender diverse population across the state. \nThe course combines interactive\, didactic\, and case-based learning covering topics such as: \n\nGender Affirming Hormone Therapy\nAffirmative Practice & clinical logistics\nSurgical options and referral\nMental health referral and support\nMedicare considerations\nFinding a community of practice.\n\nThere are three sessions in this series\, taking place on Wednesday 5\, 12 and 19 March 2025. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/contemporary-tgd-health-for-gps-prescribing-clinicians/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thorne Harbour Health":MAILTO:enquiries@thorneharbour.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250212T032314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T213743Z
UID:10000526-1741201200-1741206600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health Professionals Network - Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy | Castlemaine
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Professionals Network are holding a free event for health professionals in the Castlemaine area. \nPlease join us for the first Castlemaine Mental Health Professionals’ Network meeting for 2025! \nThis event will include a demonstration of the Hakomi Method of Somatic Psychotherapy from Fran Woodruff. \nJoin us for an engaging and insightful gathering where Fran will introduce Hakomi Therapy\, exploring its origins\, principles\, and practical applications. She will also conduct a live demonstration\, with an opportunity for one volunteer to participate. As always\, there will be time for networking and informal discussions\, fostering the connections that make our community so strong. \nWe look forward to another insightful and engaging gathering.\nDrinks and nibbles provided. \nTarget audience: Mental Health professionals \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/mental-health-professionals-network-hakomi-mindful-somatic-therapy-castlemaine/
LOCATION:Castlemaine Community House\, 65 Templeton Street\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Professionals Network Ltd":MAILTO:r.lim@mhpn.org.au
GEO:-37.0632588;144.218936
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Castlemaine Community House 65 Templeton Street Castlemaine Victoria 3450 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=65 Templeton Street:geo:144.218936,-37.0632588
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250106T005812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T011406Z
UID:10000432-1741250700-1741278600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Managing wounds in primary health care | Albury (Fully booked - join waitlist)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is being delivered by Benchmarque Group\, in collaboration with Murray PHN\, and will provide clinicians with an evidence-based framework to assess and manage a variety of wounds while understanding the importance of client-centered education and care. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nAssess\, manage and apply various wound management techniques to a broad range of clients in the primary healthcare setting\nDemonstrate knowledge of various wound management products and materials and the techniques to apply the appropriate product\nObtain a compliant wound swab culture using best practice methods\nApply a broad knowledge of management strategies\, client-centred education and provision of basic care and advice about wound management\nAssess the need for and perform wound management in various settings and educate and assist clients in managing their wounds.\n\nUse code Murray-MWPH25 after logging in as a student to enrol at no cost. \nClick here to join waitlist. \nDownload flyer here. \nEnquiries: Benchmarque Group\, e: courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au or t: 1300 855 568
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/managing-wounds-phc-albury/
LOCATION:Mantra Hotel Albury\, Southern Cross Room\, 524 Smollett Street\, Albury\, New South Wales\, 2640\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Albury,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
GEO:-36.08268;146.9164
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mantra Hotel Albury Southern Cross Room 524 Smollett Street Albury New South Wales 2640 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Southern Cross Room\, 524 Smollett Street:geo:146.9164,-36.08268
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241205T001612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T001612Z
UID:10000411-1741255200-1741264200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
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. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-20/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250105T233104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T043512Z
UID:10000429-1741284000-1741293000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Community of practice for health professionals working in residential aged care homes | Mildura
DESCRIPTION:This forum is for GPs\, clinical and care staff in residential aged care homes\, health professionals working with residential aged care homes including pharmacists and allied health professionals\, Residential in Reach\, local geriatricians\, CDAMS memory clinic and Dementia Australia specialists. It will focus on collaboration and dementia\, with guest speakers and panellists including local dementia specialists. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/community-of-practice-forum-for-health-professionals-working-in-rach-mildura/
LOCATION:Willow and Ivie\, 256 Irymple Avenue\, Nichols Point\, Victoria\, 3501\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Forum,Mildura
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250212T035536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T035536Z
UID:10000529-1741287600-1741291200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Aetiology\, diagnosis and management of testicular cancer and other benign and malignant scrotal conditions | Online
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Australian Prostate Centre \nIn this session\, urological surgeon and uro-oncologist\, Mr Pras Sivam will discuss the presentation and management of benign and malignant conditions of the testes and scrotum. The diagnosis and management of testicular cancer will be explained in this interactive session. Case studies will be used for context. \nLearning outcomes\n1. Better diagnose and manage patients presenting with scrotal problems.\n2. Identify the red flags for testicular cancer in patients presenting with a pain or a mass. \nRACGP accreditation\nOne CPD Educational Activity hour. \nTarget audience: GPs \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/aetiology-diagnosis-and-management-of-testicular-cancer-and-other-benign-and-malignant-scrotal-conditions-online/
CATEGORIES:External event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Prostate Centre":MAILTO:info@apcr.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241218T213218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T213425Z
UID:10000423-1741683600-1741710600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Approach to care for First Nations health professionals | Bendigo
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Program of Experience in the Palliative Approach (PEPA) Vic \nIPEPA offers a dedicated workshop program for First Nations health workers and practitioners to support development of confidence in caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by life-limiting illness. Suitable for health professionals (of all disciplines)\, Aboriginal Health Workers\, Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Community Workers who support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You may work in residential care\, community health or a hospital setting anywhere in Victoria. Health professionals and community workers who care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples \nWorkshop content \nWorkshop sessions aim to develop knowing\, being and doing outcomes across the following topics: \n\nThe palliative care journey\nYarning about palliative care\, end-of-life care and people’s choices\nLoss\, grief and healing\nLooking after yourself\n\nFacilitator: \nNicole Cassar: Business and Cultural Consultant. Nicole is a Gunditjmara\, Wotjobaluk and Maltese woman from Victoria \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/palliative-approach-to-care-for-first-nations-health-professionals-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quest Bendigo Central\, 228 McCrae Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="PEPA":MAILTO:pepa@qut.edu.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20250302T233958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T233958Z
UID:10000567-1741696200-1741698900@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:The intersection of mental health and viral hepatitis | Online
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol service consumers are at higher risk of viral hepatitis. Dr Andrew Lam\, Addiction Psychiatry Registrar in the Goulburn Valley Area Mental Health and Wellbeing Service\, will walk us through their initiatives to reach these consumers for viral hepatitis testing and treatment. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/the-intersection-of-mental-health-and-viral-hepatitis-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:External event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052812
CREATED:20241218T230109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T230200Z
UID:10000426-1741698000-1741708800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Last Days: Navigating death and dying community workshop | Wangaratta
DESCRIPTION:Dying is a normal part of life\, but many of us are unprepared for what happens\, and the practical steps to take after losing someone we care for. \nThe Last Days workshop is delivered by a palliative care specialist and helps you understand what’s ahead when someone is at the end of their life\, creating space for conversations about their wishes and preferences\, and giving you practical knowledge to help you plan and prepare. \nIn the free workshop\, you will learn: \n\nWhat to expect and the role of palliative care\nWhat a “good death” might look like\, and the choices we have\nHow to have conversations about dying and plan for what’s ahead\nPractical information to assist with getting affairs in order\nPossible care choices and support available as we near death\nHow grief and loss can impact individuals and support available\nCommon rituals\, rules and regulations around death.\n\nDownload the flyer here and click here to register by 7 March. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/last-days-navigating-death-and-dying-community-workshop-wangaratta-2025/
LOCATION:Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre\, 37 Ford Street\, Wangaratta\, Victoria\, 3677\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
GEO:-36.3555351;146.3228831
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre 37 Ford Street Wangaratta Victoria 3677 Australia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=37 Ford Street:geo:146.3228831,-36.3555351
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