TROHPIQ - Towards Rural and Outback Health Professionals in Queensland

16/02/2026

Bundaberg Student BBQ & Sports Afternoon ☀️⚽️
CQUMS and TROHPIQ are hosting a joint social afternoon at Nielson’s Beach, and we’d love to see all Bundaberg MD and CQU students there.

It’s a great chance to head outdoors, get some beach sports going, and catch up with everyone.

The Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, 8 March
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Nielson’s Beach, Bargara
🥗 What to bring: A plate of food or snacks to share

Please click “Going” on the Facebook event so we know you're coming. See you there!

16/02/2026

Bundaberg Student BBQ & Sports Afternoon ☀️⚽️
CQUMS and TROHPIQ are hosting a joint social afternoon at Nielson’s Beach, and we’d love to see all Bundaberg MD and CQU students there.

It’s a great chance to head outdoors, get some beach sports going, and catch up with everyone.

The Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, 8 March
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Nielson’s Beach, Bargara
🥗 What to bring: A plate of food or snacks to share

Please click “Going” on the Facebook event page (link in bio) so we know you’re coming. See you there!

10/02/2026

🎟 Early bird tickets are now out!
Secure your spot here 👉 https://www.trybooking.com/DJNUW

07/02/2026

🌟 Thinking about a career in rural medicine? 🌟

Join our Queensland Rural Generalist Program (QRGP) Information Session to learn more!

Date: Monday 9th February
Time: 1:30 – 2:30 PM
Location: In-person at Toowoomba RCS or via Zoom
Zoom link: https://uqz.zoom.us/j/88165109344

Hear directly from Dr Ian Chu from Toowoomba Base Hospital, who is currently on the QRGP pathway. He’ll share his experiences and answer all your questions.

Whether you’re curious about rural medicine or considering your career options, this is the perfect opportunity to get the inside scoop. Don’t miss out!

07/02/2026

Cocktails in the TROHPIQs 🍸✨
Calling all new and returning TROHPIQ members (over the age of 18)!

Kick off 2026 in style with TROHPIQ’s first social event of the year – Cocktails in the TROHPIQs! This is your chance to connect with old friends, make new ones, and enjoy an incredible evening.

📅 Date/Time:
Saturday, 28nd February 2028
6:30 PM – 11:30 PM

📍 Venue:
The Piano Room @ the Morrison Hotel

🎉 What’s Included:
🍹 Cocktail on arrival + bar tab (followed by cash bar)
🍴 Delicious selection of canapés
📸 Photographers to capture your memories
👥 A fun, relaxed environment to mingle with fellow TROHPIQ members

🎟️ Tickets:
💰 EARLY BIRD (Starting 9th Feb): $30 (limited availability, so act fast!)
💰 SECOND ROUND: $35

For non-TROHPIQ members: +$5
Not yet a member? Join today at https://campus.hellorubric.com/?s=2306

26/01/2026

Kick off the year with TROHPIQ! We’re hosting a beachside BBQ for all MD 1-4 students in Bundaberg and Hervey Bay. Come enjoy the food and hang out with your fellow med students.

📍 Where: Nielson’s Beach, Bargara
📅 When: Thursday, 5th February @ 5:00 PM

⚠️ Please RSVP by clicking “Going” on our Facebook Event page for catering purposes!

Link in our Instagram bio (or head over to the TROHPIQ page) to RSVP! 🔗

06/11/2025

Congratulations to our 2026 Incoming Committee!

Thank you to the amazing 2025 team! We've truly had a great year and we could not have done it without everyone's hard work and dedication. We wish the 2026 team all the best and know that TROHPIQ will continue to accomplish great things while working for a more health equitable future.

Thank you to all our members and sponsors, we look forward to welcoming you at our 2026 events!

22/10/2025

✨ACRRM Registrar Training Workshop✨

Calling for Medical Student Volunteers to assist with ACRRM (Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine) Registrar training!

🚨Gift cards, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided for your time.

Venue: Ibis Hotel, Brisbane Airport

Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025

Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Medical students will be required to role play for case discussions of the following topics: Difficult Conversations, Ethical Dilemmas and Chronic Pain.

It will be an opportunity to be exposed to primary care training and development and network with ACRRM Medical Educators, Training Program Advisors and Registrars. Please reach out to education@trohpiq.org if you are interested. Transportation can be arranged.

20/10/2025

Calling all health students! Round 4 transport bursaries are closing on Sunday 26 October.

Apply now to receive up to $300 towards travel for rural placements between 1 October to 31 December.

Link to application form: https://forms.gle/SPogDAySgpYurfwX9

19/10/2025

Are you an allied health student on rural placement? 🚨Applications for SPARQ Round 4 are closing on Sunday 26 October! 🚨

Apply now to receive $400 for rural placements between October 1st and December 31st.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/5uEBX4E9enEUwSHc6

18/10/2025

12/10/2025

Vote for your 2026 Team TROHPIQ! All TROHPIQ members should have received an email with your voting link. Voting closes Sunday 19th October, please ensure you have sent in your votes before then.

Follow the AGM event page for further details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AU6Gfw5aM/