Jeanie Pty Ltd, Adelaide (2025)

21/05/2022

La Trobe University students Emily and Brianna reflect on their journey with Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program, saying the experience gave them the opportunity to make connections with the community and learn the importance of stable rural healthcare 💪

"Even though I grew up in a rural town, I had absolutely no idea about the barriers people face. When patients are required to travel to another town for oral healthcare - even just grocery shopping - it can disrupt the local economy," says Emily.

The program left the students feeling excited for their futures and with a realisation they can achieve bigger goals than they first thought.

"I chose this career because I wanted a job where I can help people. Taking my skills to a rural location where there's a greater need is definitely on the cards for my future," says Brianna.

"I would love to join the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia and provide oral healthcare to those who are geographically disadvantaged in remote SA and the NT. I may only be one person, but I know that working rural would be a small step to help change the future of the rural health sector," says Emily.

"If you ever get the opportunity to have a rural experience with Jeanie Global, just take it! You never know what you might discover - not just about yourself, but how you can help be the change the regional health sector needs."

Is this an experience you want in on? Send us an email at jeanie@jeanie.global to learn about our upcoming programs! 🖱

District Council of Streaky Bay Wudinna District Council Eyre and Far North Local Health Network Streaky Bay Realty Streaky Bay Dental Clinic

19/05/2022

How did Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience break down barriers on what it means to 'work rural' for the La Trobe University students?

"It's so unfortunate that rural people have to travel hours for care, but people in the city have any close-by clinics to choose from. There should be more clinicians in underserved areas," reflects Ying.

Ying says she's excited to serve rural and regional Australia in her career.

"I'm looking forward to contributing my time and skills to lessen the burden for people who have to travel so far for treatment. My dream is to have a mobile clinic where I can travel and provide dental services to disadvantaged communities," she says.

Madara's also excited for new opportunities when she graduates.

"There are endless options to work in rural areas as a healthcare worker and I'm looking forward to exploring them after uni."

Madara says her most valuable experience during the two week program was the personal and professional development session.

"If this opportunity hadn't been in the program, I would never have considered doing these courses in the future. I now know much more about myself and how to approach my goals.

"I would highly recommend any student to participate in a professional development course like Jeanie Global's - you will be surprised of what you can learn in them!"

Email us at jeanie@jeanie.global to find out how you can get involved in our Rural Areas Experience 🖱

District Council of Streaky Bay Wudinna District Council Eyre and Far North Local Health Network Streaky Bay Realty Streaky Bay Dental Clinic

17/05/2022

Before Emily and Brianna left Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program last weekend, they had their final fresh seafood meal at the Ceduna Hotel 🦐 and connected with some of the locals.

"We were able to tell them about what brought us to Ceduna and even use our elevator pitches over a game of pool," recounts Brianna.

"It was wonderful to join the other students and Cindy, Lyn and Lindi for breakfast in Streaky Bay before leaving - the Bay Function's coffee is amazing!" says Emily.

The La Trobe University students visited some small towns and road-trip must-sees on their way home including Wudinna and Kimba.

Want to learn more about Jeanie Global's programs? Send us an email at jeanie@jeanie.global to connect 🖱

15/05/2022

The La Trobe University students have just completed their final week of Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program 👏
This weekend they all enjoyed a final breakfast at the Bay Function in Streaky Bay with facilitators Cindy, Lyn and Lindi. They then travelled to Point Labatt where they saw a sea lion colony, and tonight they're flying back to Adelaide with Angel Flight Australia ✈️

"My favourite location we visited on the Eyre Peninsula was the childcare centre - I love interacting with kids and promoting oral health," says Ying.

"I particularly loved the oyster farm at SA Premium Oysters where we not only tasted the fresh produce but also learnt how they're grown," says Madara.

Are you interested in partaking in a Jeanie Global program? Email us at jeanie@jeanie.global to learn more! 🖱

13/05/2022

Brianna and Emily share their final week in Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program 🎥 where they had the opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals in the community to learn about their experience living and working rural 📌

Want to join one of these experiences? Email us at jeanie@jeanieglobal.com to learn more🖱

12/05/2022

Hear from Madara and Ying on how their final week of Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program is going! 🎥
This week the Streaky Bay students undertook self-development workshops and planned the next steps in their career to reach their goals. They also attended a council meeting where Jeanie Global facilitators Cindy and Lyn proposed a new integrated oral care model for the region 📍

La Trobe University

09/05/2022

Upon having such an eventful weekend on the Eyre Peninsula, the La Trobe University students based in Ceduna have reflected on how the Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program is helping them connect with rural Australia and its community 🤝

"We've only been here a short week, but it's funny walking around town now and recognising people that we've met and making links within the community," Emily and Brianna say.

"We're really starting to see the barriers to healthcare in rural communities and the struggles of trying to implement programs here."

As well as catching oysters on Smoky Bay 🦪 the students explored Penong and the windmill museum, Lake MacDonnell, Cactus Beach, Pt Sinclair and Pinky Point.

Now comes another busy week!

09/05/2022

What a jam-packed weekend the La Trobe University students have had as part of Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program!

The three students went dragon boating with the Streaky Bay Black Sea Dragons on Saturday 🚣 then all six joined Colleen and Jeff from SA Premium Oysters on their oyster farm on Sunday in Smoky Bay 🦪

"They were incredible days - we were lucky enough to see dolphins during the boat ride," says Ying 🐬

"Colleen and Jeff were so welcoming and explained everything in detail about how oysters are grown, shucked and eaten. We had an amazing experience in the ocean," says Madara.

Jeanie Global would like to thank the local community for showing these students what it really means to live and work rural 👏

06/05/2022

Ceduna-based students in Jeanie Global Rural Areas Experience program visited the kinder kids at Ngura Yadurirn Child and Family Centre this week to learn about the oral heath literacy of kids in rural areas 🦷

“So far this program has helped us realise the pressing need for oral care in rural communities like Ceduna,” Emily tells us.

“It’s also helped us learn about the benefits of living in a small town and how many greatly influential people there are that do amazing things in the community. It’s great to see how supportive the town is towards making improvements for the hospital and Indigenous community,” adds Brianna.

This weekend the students will venture to Smoky Bay Oyster for a tour 🦪 followed by an adventure westwards to see Lake Macdonnell, Point Sinclair, Penong and Cactus Beach 🏖

“We’re so excited to eat some fresh and local seafood!” they say.

05/05/2022

Down at Streaky Bay, the La Trobe University students have been making early starts to watch the sunrise along the coastline 🌅 and do some yoga and meditation before their busy days in Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program 🧘‍♀️

This week they've planned an oral health promotion session they'll be conducting next week with parents and young children in the area.

"We role-played how we would introduce our profession to the public and had the opportunity to provide feedback to each other," reflects Ying.

"Yesterday we met a local community member and explained our role as oral health therapists. We also gathered information about their lives and the healthcare challenges experienced in rural communities," says Madara.

What have the students' interactions been like with their host clinic?

"It's been fantastic. We've gained a lot of valuable knowledge and skills that aren't taught in our university which will prepare us for our career," both Ying and Madara say.

The students are excited for a weekend in Streaky Bay spent gaining a deeper understanding of rural life 🙌

03/05/2022

Emily and Brianna take on Ceduna as part of Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program! Hear about their first couple of days and how it's opened their eyes to how isolated rural towns are in regards to healthcare access 📌

02/05/2022

La Trobe University students arrived in Streaky Bay today to start Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program, courtesy of the wonderful team at Angel Flight Australia ✈️

WanYing and Madara are excited to meet the locals, learn from the professionals and see what adventures Streaky Bay has in store for them over the next two weeks!
Hear from them both on their first impressions of regional South Australia 🎥

01/05/2022

Meet Brianna Renwick, our second Oral Health Science student from La Trobe University who will be sharing her journey in Ceduna while undertaking Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program 🙌

Brianna has worked as a dental assistant for the past two years in Thornbury, Victoria, and she's looking forward to experience working in a different rural region of Australia.

"I have a very old Kelpie named Banjo, and I've been lucky enough to travel parts of Australia with my family growing up."

Tomorrow is when it all begins! Be sure to follow our Instagram channel to see updates from the students on the ground.

30/04/2022

Meet Emily Stock, Oral Health Science student from La Trobe University who will be sharing her experience from Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program in our NEW location, Ceduna!

Emily grew up on a farm just out of Maitland on the Yorke Peninsula and has family who live and work on the Eyre Peninsula 📌

"Although I've seen and experienced a lot of the EP already, I'm excited to see it from a new perspective," she says.

"I'm looking forward to graduating and moving back home to begin work as an OHT, and I hope this placement will open up opportunities on the EP."

It all kicks off in just two days! Stay tuned 👀

30/04/2022

Hear from La Trobe University Oral Health Therapist student Madara Dreimane on the importance of OHT's work and how it goes beyond keeping those pearly whites clean and healthy 😁

29/04/2022

Meet WanYing Chia, a La Trobe University Oral Health Science student who will also be sharing her experience on the Eyre Peninsula during Jeanie Global's Rural Areas Experience program 👏
Ying chose to work in the healthcare industry because she wants to help close the health gap that disadvantaged communities face.

"I particularly chose dental health because I admire the patient-clinician relationship, as well as the teamwork and flexibility in the field. I also enjoy performing tasks involving manual dexterity and communication," she says.

Ying says she's most excited for Jeanie Global's program because it's an opportunity to gain insight into the oral health of rural and regional communities of South Australia 📌

"I want to build connections with the locals and dental professionals there so I can collaborate with them to help serve the rural population."

Both Ying and Madara will be sharing updates of their experience on the EP, stay tuned!

District Council of Streaky Bay Wudinna District Council Eyre and Far North Local Health Network Streaky Bay Realty Streaky Bay Dental Clinic

28/04/2022

It's almost time for our next round of students from La Trobe University to start their two week Rural Areas Experience program! 🙌
Meet Madara Dreimane, an Oral Health Therapist student who will be based in Streaky Bay and will be sharing what they get up to on their placement.

Madara describes herself as always being a 'teeth person', passionate about educating people to maintain and improve their oral health 🦷
"I've never seen myself doing anything else as a career," she says.

"I'm excited to embrace the experience offered by Jeanie Global and take each day at a time. I'm interested to find out if there are any differences in dental healthcare between Victoria and South Australia."

It all kicks off next Monday! And guess what... this time, there's a second location as part of Jeanie's program! Half of the students will be placed in another South Australian region, can you guess where it is? 📌

District Council of Streaky Bay Wudinna District Council Eyre and Far North Local Health Network Streaky Bay Realty Streaky Bay Dental Clinic

25/03/2022

While undertaking Jeanie Global’s Rural Areas Experience program, the students took part in a range of exciting activities that showcased even more of the EP region.

The wonderful team at the Streaky Bay Black Sea Dragons took the six students out on the water, where they participated in a sport that they hadn’t previously tried – an activity we’re sure they’ll never forget! 🚣

They also visited the local Men’s Shed where they met Zita Chester, Jan & Terry Patterson and Wayne Miller from Probus, who shared their experience of living in a remote location and what this impact has on oral and general health.

“Our small country town badly needs to attract and keep young community members. Without health professionals to care for the community, people move to larger towns and often don’t return,” says Jenny from the Dragon Boat Club.

Both Jenny and Wayne from Probus are looking forward to seeing the next round of La Trobe University students in May as part of Jeanie Global’s second Rural Areas Experiences program for 2022. We can’t wait! 🙌

📸 Streaky Bay Dragon Boat Paddlers with students Denise, Nitel, Jobeline and Facilitator Lindi Duncan

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