The Rural Clinical School of WA

14/10/2026

We’re recruiting! Academic Services Officer – Port Hedland.

We’re seeking an experienced administrator to support our senior lecturers and medical students at our Port Hedland site.

This is a part-time (0.5 FTE), fixed-term opportunity for seven months, until the end of June 2027, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a supportive, purpose-driven team.

Port Hedland is one of the 15 Rural Clinical School of Western Australia sites across WA, including Broome and Karratha. You’ll be joining a team of around 140 people who are passionate about educating future doctors and building a strong, sustainable rural health workforce.

What’s on offer?
• Salary: Level 5, $86,540–$95,920 per annum (pro rata)
• Superannuation: 17%
• Additional benefits: District allowance
• Location: Port Hedland, WA

If you’re an organised, experienced administrator looking for an opportunity to make a difference in rural medical education, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close at 11.55pm AWST on Sunday, 25 October 2026.

Find out more: http://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/524645?lApplicationSubSourceID=

13/10/2026

What could a future in rural medicine look like? Six Perth-based junior doctors are finding out firsthand, flying into Kalgoorlie this morning for the latest BRIDGE rural immersion experience!

Their first day has been packed with opportunities to see rural medicine in action. Thank-you to the following organisations for the amazing tours showcasing the diversity and scope of rural practice in the Goldfields region; Bega Garnbirringu Health Service, Royal Flying Doctor Service WA, Plaza Medical Centre, Medical Education Unit - WA Country Health Service Kalgoorlie Health Campus.

Tomorrow, BRIDGE hits the road to explore Menzies, Gwalia, Leonora and Laverton, discovering more about rural generalism, the diversity of rural practice and the career opportunities available beyond the metropolitan area.

BRIDGE (Building Rural Insight and Discovery through General Practice Engagement) gives junior doctors the chance to experience rural medicine firsthand, build connections and have honest conversations about what a rural medical career could look like.

BRIDGE is delivered by RCSWA | Regional Training Hubs in partnership with the Medical Education Unit - WA Country Health Service, and Rural Generalist Pathway WA, with support from the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), Rural and Remote Community Support Grant, funded by Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing

30/09/2026

15 years of GP Obstetrics & Midwifery Workshops.

On Saturday 19 September, RCSWA, RACGP and Spinrphex came together for the 15th annual GP Obstetrics & Midwifery Workshop at the RACGP office in West Leederville.

With attendees from both medicine and nursing, the workshop was a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, build skills and learn from the diverse experiences of the expert facilitators.

There was a great turnout despite competing with the AFL finals for attention.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us, the fantastic facilitators, and our partners RACGP and Spinrphex for making the day such a success.

We hope everyone took away something valuable — and perhaps a few new connections along the way.

Here’s to another 15 years of learning, collaboration and supporting rural maternity care.

30/09/2026

Learning, Listening and Connecting On Country
Staff and students from RCSWA Northam travelled to Toodyay recently to take part in the Noongar Truth Telling and Cultural Experience facilitated by Robert Miles from Dudja Dreaming and Susan Keys from Ngarn Moort Cultural Services.

The session provided an opportunity to learn about Noongar Boodja, the traditional life of the Avon Valley, and the history following colonisation, before continuing the conversation through an on-Country experience at Boyagerring Yarning Place and Redbank Pool.

A meaningful day of listening, reflection and connection to Noongar Boodja, history and culture.

30/09/2026

We are seeking one or more Senior Lecturers/Medical Coordinators to join our fantastic Derby team on a part-time basis until December 2031 (subject to funding confirmation). Appointments of 0.4FTE or 2 x 0.2FTE considered.

Our school is a partnership between the medical schools of The University of Western Australia, The University of Notre Dame Australia, and Curtin University.

Base salary range for this position is Level C, $149,909 – $172,441 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. Clinical loading and rural and remote allowance applicable.

Help shape and inspire the next generation of rural doctors! Apply by Tuesday 13 October 2026, 11.55pm AWST.

Find out more at https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/jobs/senior-lecturer-rural-medical-education-derby-derby-wa-australia?lApplicationSubSourceID=

16/09/2026

Where the outback meets the ocean...Our BRIDGE crew recently touched down in beautiful Carnarvon with five metro-based junior doctors on board, and we’re still thinking about it!

Hosted by our Regional Training Hubs team — Joslyn Pass, Laura Radovan and Dr Sarah Woodland, BRIDGE Carnarvon gave junior doctors the opportunity to step beyond the hospital and experience what it really means to live, work and practise medicine in a rural community.

A huge thank you to Dr Kees Bakker at Carnarvon Medical Centre for hosting a rural health session and for going above and beyond to share his local knowledge and hospitality.

We were also fortunate to spend time with local Thudgarri/Wadjarri woman Antoinette Roe from Burrowing Bee Dreaming, who took us on a fascinating tour to discover the Dawson's Burrowing Bee, a species unique to the Gascoyne region of Western Australia.

Thank you WA Country Health Service-Carnarvon Health Campus for the tour and insightful conversations about local healthcare. A special shout-out to Dr Sean White and Karen McCumstie for taking the time to share their experience with us.

Thank you to Gnaraloo Station (and the goats!) for a memorable stay and being the perfect place to learn about remote medicine.

Of course, no Gascoyne experience would be complete without getting a taste of the region beyond healthcare in the Shire of Carnarvon. Understanding the people and industries that make up a rural community is an important part of understanding rural medicine. Because rural medicine isn't just about where you practise. It's about knowing the people, understanding the community and becoming part of the place.

BRIDGE (Building Rural Insight and Discovery through General Practice Engagement) is delivered by RCSWA | Regional Training Hubs in partnership with WA Country Health Service Medical Education Unit and Rural Generalist Pathway WA. BRIDGE is also made possible through support from the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Rural and Remote Community Support Grant, funded by Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

16/09/2026

We are seeking one or more Senior Lecturers/Medical Coordinators to join our fantastic Derby team on a part-time basis until December 2031 (subject to funding confirmation). Appointments of 0.4FTE or 2 x 0.2FTE considered.

The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia is a partnership between the medical schools of The University of Western Australia, The University of Notre Dame Australia, and Curtin University.

Base salary range for this position is Level C, $149,909 – $172,441 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. Clinical loading and rural and remote allowance applicable.

Help shape and inspire the next generation of rural doctors! Apply by Tuesday 13 October 2026, 11.55pm AWST.

Find out more: https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/jobs/senior-lecturer-rural-medical-education-derby-derby-wa-australia?lApplicationSubSourceID=

10/09/2026

A little kindness can go a long way.

This R U OK? Day, our RCSWA | Regional Training Hubs Project Officer Gina Hailes joined forces with Sarah Hennessy, from the Kimberley Health Professionals Network and hit the road in Broome to deliver some sweet treats to the health service community.

At the WA Country Health Service Broome Health Campus, they were joined by RCSWA student Huw, who is currently undertaking an O&G rotation.

It was a simple way to say we see you, we appreciate you and we’re thinking of you — and a reminder that looking after the wellbeing of the people around us starts with taking the time to connect. Whether it’s a colleague, friend, or student a genuine check-in can make a difference.

Want to learn more about starting a meaningful conversation? Visit https://www.ruok.org.au/ for conversation tips and resources.

08/09/2026

Six junior doctors. Five days. One unforgettable journey through the Pilbara.

BRIDGE has crossed the 26th parallel and taken rural medical immersion to a whole new level — connecting six junior doctors with the people, places, health services and communities that make working in the Pilbara such a unique experience.

From walking among the ancient rock art of Murujuga and learning from Traditional Owners, to touring hospitals and health services, getting hands-on with simulation training, and meeting local clinicians—this was rural medicine in its fullest sense.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible:

Cultural & Community Partners: Thank you Murujuga Aboriginal Corporationfor the cultural awareness training and unforgettable rock art tour and Dampier Mission to Seafarers for the Dampier Port tour of Rio Tinto Dampier operations.

Health Campus Teams: We were warmly welcomed by the WA Country Health Service teams at Roebourne Hospital, Karratha Health Campus, and Hedland Health Campus who shared their passion for healthcare in the Pilbara.

SIM Training: A special shout-out to the incredible crews at Hedland Health Campus and Royal Flying Doctor Service WA for putting our doctors through their paces with some fantastic simulation training.

General Practice & Networking: We are so grateful to the teams at Sonic Health Plus, Panaceum Medical Group - Karratha, Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation, Mawarnkarra Health Service Roebourne, and Yaandina, Roebourne for welcoming us into your clinics and sharing your expertise in rural general practice. Thank you Pilbara Health Professionals Network, for connecting our doctors with the local health professional community.

Our Guides: Many thanks to Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Regional Director of Training (WA) Dr Cherelle Fitzclarence, and WA Regional Training Hubs Pilbara Medical Coordinator Dr Graeme Fitzclarence, for sharing their knowledge and experience throughout the journey. A special thank you to our Pilbara project officer Lehna McLean, for coordinating an ambitious itinerary, ensuring our visiting doctors got a genuine taste of life and medicine in the region.

BRIDGE is delivered by RCSWA | Regional Training Hubs in partnership with WA Country Health Service Medical Education Unit and Rural Generalist Pathway WA. BRIDGE is also made possible through support from Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Rural and Remote Community Support Grant, funded by Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

25/08/2026

The 2026 Dr Arthur and Mary Newnham Fellowship has been awarded to three WA doctors working to improve rural health and medical education.

Congratulations to Dr Astrid Turner of the WA Centre for Rural Health, Dr Dee Arnold (RCSWA Bunbury Medical Coordinator), and Dr Brad MacDonald (RCSWA Busselton Medical Coordinator).

RCSWA administers the Fellowship each year and awards bursaries of up to $12,000 in total.

Read more https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2026/august/2026-newnham-fellows

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The 2026 Dr Arthur and Mary Newnham Fellowship has been awarded to three doctors working to improve rural health and medical education.