ACRRM is calling for urgent investment in rural healthcare infrastructure, highlighting that workforce retention is directly linked to access to essential services such as housing and childcare.

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ACRRM joins the nation in observing Close the Gap Day (Thursday 20 March), a vital reminder of the disparities in health outcomes between First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous Australians.

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ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin and CEO Marita Cowie are in Emerald, Queensland, for the third National Single Employer Model (SEM) Forum, discussing strategies to improve rural medical workforce retention and healthcare access. Hosted by the Department of Health and Aged Care, the Forum brings together representatives from state and territory health departments, health organisations, and GP Colleges to assess the impact of SEM trials in rural and remote communities.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling for targeted funding of Rural Generalist (RG) MBS item numbers to help address critical service gaps in rural, remote, and First Nations communities.

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The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) joins with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) to proudly recognise and celebrate the achievements of their long-serving CEOs, Peta Rutherford and Marita Cowie AM, on International Women’s Day.

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Leading up to International Women’s Day on Saturday 8 March, The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is calling on all political parties to outline their policies to address the worsening crisis in rural maternity care, as closures and service downgrades put women, babies, and families at risk.

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With healthcare a key focus in the lead-up to the Federal Election, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is seeking clarity on how proposed commitments will deliver equal access to affordable, high-quality healthcare for rural, remote, and First Nations communities.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) says today’s announcement by the Albanese Government to expand GP training and increase bulk billing incentives has the potential to significantly improve healthcare access in rural, remote, and First Nations communities.

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With a federal election looming, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is urging the government to invest $130 million to strengthen Australia’s Rural Generalist (RG) workforce and secure the future of rural healthcare.

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On Digital Learning Day, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is highlighting the role of technology in supporting doctors who live and train in Australia’s rural and remote communities.

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ACRRM is on the verge of celebrating the recognition of Rural Generalist Medicine (RGM) as a specialist field within general practice. The Medical Board of Australia has completed its process of assessment of the application for RGM and advises it will recommend award of specialist recognition with associated professional title for approval through the Health Ministers.

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This week marks the exciting start of a new chapter for more than 180 passionate registrars joining the ACRRM Fellowship program across Australia.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) has released its submission to the Commonwealth Government ahead of the 2025-2026 Federal Budget, calling for targeted investment to build a sustainable healthcare workforce and enhance healthcare delivery for rural, remote, and First Nations communities.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) welcomes the Australian and Queensland Governments' announcement of a new four-year Single Employer Model (SEM) trial, which will provide greater support for doctors training in rural and regional Queensland.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) congratulates the recipients of national and local Australia Day awards, which celebrate outstanding contributions to medicine and rural and remote healthcare.

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If you’ve ever thought about mentoring the next generation of rural health professionals, Going All OUT for Outreach: Teaching is here to help. This free, self-paced online course equips general practice professionals with practical insights to host student placements successfully.

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The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Rural Generalists are showcasing their work in World Extreme Medicine (WEM) podcasts, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of healthcare professionals working in extreme, rural, and remote environments across the globe.

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Read ACRRM President Dr Rod Martin's end of year message

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December 2024

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