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Rural Locum Assistance Program

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Rural Locum Assistance Program

We are dedicated to alleviating the pressures of workforce shortages in rural and remote Australia

The Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) supports rural and remote health services by sourcing locums to cover personal or Continuing Professional Development (CPD) leave. Anaesthetists (specialists and GPs), obstetricians (specialists and GPs), nurses, midwives and allied health professionals located in Modified Monash Model (MMM) categories 2-7 are eligible to apply. Rural LAP covers leave for up to 14 working days for MMM 2-7 categories and up to 28 days for MMM 5-7 categories (noting that priority will be given to placements with a CPD component or located in categories 6 and 7). The program also offers financial assistance to urban GPs who require emergency medicine training. To be eligible for support, you must be willing to undertake a general practice locum placement in rural and remote Australia. Rural LAP combines the Rural Obstetric and Anaesthetic Locum Scheme (ROALS), the Nursing and Allied Health Rural Locum Scheme (NAHRLS) and the Rural Locum Education Assistance Program (Rural LEAP). The aims of the amalgamated program include:

- enhancing the ability of healthcare professionals in rural Australia to take leave and undertake CPD activities
- improving the retention of these health professionals in rural locations
- upskilling metropolitan-based GP professional competencies in Emergency Medicine.

13/04/2026

We’re heading to Boorloo/Perth for the CRANAplus 2026 Remote Nursing and Midwifery Conference!

This conference brings together the people delivering care where it’s needed most across rural and remote Australia, and we’re looking forward to being part of it.

Our Rural LAP team, including Robyn, Lisi and Sian, will be there to connect, listen and share how we support healthcare professionals working in these settings, as well as the organisations behind them.

If you’re attending, come and say hello.

09/04/2026

Looking for your next adventure?

With Rural LAP, locum work isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to explore rural and remote Australia, work alongside inspiring healthcare teams and truly make a difference.

From remote coastlines to vibrant outback towns, every placement is a new opportunity to learn, grow and create unforgettable memories. Best of all? We’ve got your travel and accommodation sorted, just bring your skills, your energy and your sense of adventure!

Are you ready to work, travel and thrive?
https://rurallap.com.au/

07/04/2026

Are you an aged care provider in a rural or remote community?

Rural LAP can help you build a strong, stable workforce with generous relocation incentives and retention bonuses for new permanent team members.

Relocation incentives:
>> Eligible aged care workers who move from a metropolitan or regional area (MM 1–3) to a rural or remote community (MM 4–7) can receive up to $16,500 to support relocation costs. (Available to registered and enrolled nurses, facility managers, care coordinators, support workers and personal care workers).

Retention bonuses:
>> To support workforce stability, eligible workers can receive annual retention bonuses of up to $3,700 (MM 4) or up to $6,000 (MM 5–7) for two years after relocation.

Eligible aged care workers include:
- registered and enrolled nurses
- residential aged care facility managers
- care coordinators
- care support workers
- personal care workers.

Please note: Applications must be approved before relocation to receive incentive payments.

To find out more or apply:
Visit https://bit.ly/4s51nxn
Call 1800 861 819
Email agedcare@rurallap.com.au

02/04/2026

Happy Easter from Rural LAP!

To our amazing locums and trusted clients, thank you for the vital role you play in delivering care to rural and remote communities across Australia. Your work truly matters.

We hope you have the opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy the long weekend with those who matter most.

Find out more about Rural LAP at www.rurallap.com.au

30/03/2026

Calling all allied health legends!

Looking for a rewarding way to use your skills while exploring rural and remote Australia? Join Rural LAP as a locum and make a real difference in communities that need your support the most.

Whether you're a chiropractor, occupational therapist, pharmacist, physiotherapist, speech pathologist or another allied health expert, you'll have the chance to:

> Work flexibly on short-term placements
> Travel to unique locations across Australia
> Support vital health services in rural and remote areas
> Be backed by a supportive team, every step of the way.

Ready to take the next step in your career and begin an extraordinary adventure?

Find out more and apply today - https://bit.ly/3T5GkN8

26/03/2026

You deserve a break; we can help you take one.

Rural LAP offers fee-free support to your healthcare facility so your staff can take annual and CPD leave without disruption to patient care. We cover the cost of locum travel and accommodation as well as all incentives, so all you need to cover is the locum wage, superannuation and any applicable taxes (there are zero fees from Rural LAP).

No disruption, no extra cost, just seamless support.

Let us help you plan ahead - apply for support now https://bit.ly/3vMvXnZ

24/03/2026

Ready to take your nursing career off the beaten path?

Join Rural LAP and use your skills to make a real impact in rural and remote communities across Australia. As a nurse with Rural LAP, you’ll experience short-term placements in stunning locations, all while having your travel and accommodation paid, and you will receive incentives of $150 per working day and a $100 per day travel allowance.

Whether you're looking for variety, adventure or a meaningful change, this is your chance to truly make a difference in rural and remote communities.

Start your journey today: https://bit.ly/48QBQ2b

23/03/2026

Strengthening rural healthcare, one placement at a time.

Across Australia, many rural and remote communities rely on dedicated local health services, but when staff need to take leave or unexpected staffing gaps occur, maintaining continuity of care can be challenging.

That’s where Rural LAP steps in.

We connect qualified, experienced locum health professionals with rural and remote clinics, ensuring essential services remain open and communities continue receiving the care they depend on.

With fee-free program support, seamless coordination and all travel and accommodation covered for our locums, Rural LAP makes it simple for health services to access the workforce assistance they need.

To learn more about Rural LAP and how we can support you visit our website - www.rurallap.com.au

19/03/2026

Pharmacists, your expertise is needed in rural and remote Australia!

Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and full of adventure? As a locum pharmacist with Rural LAP, you can combine your professional skills with the chance to explore some of Australia’s most unique communities.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
> Make a genuine impact by supporting communities where access to healthcare can be limited
> Experience diverse practice settings and expand your clinical knowledge
> Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to choose when you work
> Discover breathtaking locations, new friendships and a better work-life balance

Locum work isn’t just about filling a role, it’s about becoming part of a community, sharing your expertise and helping ensure rural Australians have access to quality healthcare.

If you’re ready to take your pharmacy career beyond the dispensary and into the heart of regional Australia, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more and register your interest today - https://bit.ly/3T5GkN8

18/03/2026

Without our amazing locums, Rural LAP wouldn't exist! Here's some feedback we received from one of our Locum Personal Care Workers, Guirong, who recently completed a placement in the picturesque Southern Downs Region in QLD.

💬 "My experience with the Rural LAP team has been incredibly rewarding. What I have loved most about the placement is the opportunity to travel to different rural areas across Australia. Each placement has allowed me to meet a diverse range of people and immerse myself in different community cultures, which had been professionally and personally enriching.

Furthermore, the variety of assignments has helped me pick up new skills that I wouldn't have acquired otherwise. I also want to highlight the exceptional support from the program officers; the coordination and administrative backing were consistently professional and made every transition seamless."

If you are a healthcare professional wanting to create a better work/life balance, why not give Rural LAP a go - find out more on our website www.rurallap.com.au

13/03/2026

Come and say hello to Lisi and Olivia at the APP Conference today and tomorrow at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The lovely ladies can tell you everything you want to know about becoming a Rural LAP locum or requesting support for your team. Here they are with Thura, one of our fab locum pharmacists (and a mysterious man)!

Don't forget to scan our QR code for a spin of our prize wheel to win yourself some great goodies!

11/03/2026

Travel Australia as a locum with Rural LAP, featuring Oatlands, TAS. Population approx. 700.

Located in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands, Oatlands is a charming historic town known for its beautifully preserved Georgian architecture and strong sense of community. Just over an hour north of Hobart, Oatlands offers a relaxed rural lifestyle surrounded by rolling farmland, heritage streetscapes and fresh country air.

When you're not working, you can enjoy the following activities:
>> Explore the historic town centre – Wander past more than 150 sandstone buildings, many dating back to the early 1800s.
>> Visit Callington Mill – Tour the restored Lincolnshire-style windmill and learn about the town’s colonial history.
>> Relax by Lake Dulverton – A peaceful spot for walking, birdwatching or a quiet picnic.
>> Day trips across the Midlands – Enjoy easy access to Hobart, Launceston, wineries and national parks.

Not a locum with Rural LAP yet? Visit our website to find out how to sign up – https://bit.ly/48Ve3Oc

Please note we cannot guarantee placements in all locations we support. This depends on clinic needs and available positions. If you’d like more information on locations you may be eligible for, please speak with your Program Officer.

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Suite 17S 2 King Street
Deakin, ACT
2600

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

1800 RURAL LAP (78725 527)

Website

http://rurallap.com.au/

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The Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) combines the Rural Obstetric and Anaesthetic Locum Scheme (ROALS), the Nursing and Allied Health Rural Locum Scheme (NAHRLS) and the Rural Locum Education Assistance Program (Rural LEAP). The aims of the amalgamated program include enhancing the ability of healthcare professionals in rural Australia to take leave and undertake continuing professional development (CPD) activities and improving the retention of these health professionals in rural locations. The program will also enhance the ability of metropolitan-based general practitioners (GPs) to upskill professional competencies in Emergency Medicine. Rural LAP was established by the Australian Government to support specialist and GP obstetricians and anaesthetists, nurses, midwives and allied health professionals in rural and remote Australia to take leave from their work for up to 14 working days (categories 2-7) for recreation and CPD leave and up to 28 working days for remote placements (categories 5-7) supporting recreation and CPD (noting that priority will be given to placements with a CPD component or located in MMM categories 6 and 7). Rural LAP also offers financial assistance to urban GPs who require training in order for them to become rural locums. Training for Rural LAP focusses on emergency medicine and to be eligible you must be willing to undertake a general practice locum placement in rural and remote Australia.