JCU Central Queensland Centre for Rural and Remote Health

27/01/2026

🌟 Welcome to our first dietetic students of the year! 🌟

We’re excited to welcome students from QUT (Queensland University of Technology) who will be completing a 10-week placement at Emerald Hospital. It’s always great to see new faces arriving in Emerald, and we wish you all the very best for your placement. We hope you enjoy your time learning, growing, and being part of our community! 💚👏

19/01/2026

Thinking of studying Nursing, but would like more information?

Don't forget to join us this Wednesday, 21st January, 9 am - 6 pm.

Enjoy a sausage sizzle from 4pm and chat with our friendly staff.

Find us next to Emerald Medical Group, 1 Pilot Farm Road, Emerald.

For more information, call 07 4781 3300.

19/01/2026

13/01/2026

Thinking of studying Nursing, but would like more information?

Chat with our friendly team at our open day next Wednesday, 21st January, 9 am - 6 pm.

Join us for a sausage sizzle from 4pm.

Find us next to Emerald Medical Group, 1 Pilot Farm Road, Emerald.

For more information, call 07 4781 3300.

12/01/2026

💎 COOKING UP GEMS 💎Healthy Roast Pork

A healthy twist to your classic roast pork – inspired by the Gemfields community. Super easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep or big family dinners.

This is a little snapshot of what the follow-along cooking videos that come with the Cooking Up Gems recipe book.

Like what you see?

Click the link below to check out our ‘Cooking Up Gemz’ recipe book.
Get the eBook: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGyW8qMlBk/ynFX6z2ZZu2BAwH9suDVvw/view?utm_content=DAGyW8qMlBk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0e478c6870

Our goal is to help you feel more confident cooking healthy, affordable meals at home. Along the way, we hope to build your awareness of how healthy eating can support your wellbeing and help prevent or manage health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and some cancers.

06/01/2026

APPLY TO STUDY NURSING IN EMERALD - Applications open February 2026

Apply to study nursing at JCU's Emerald campus with our next intake from January 2026. Follow the link below to learn more.

Thinking of studying Nursing, but would like more information?

Why not join us for an open night to explore our Emerald campus? You can chat with our friendly team, who are happy to answer any questions.

Wednesday, 21st January 9 am - 6 pm, at the JCU Central Queensland Centre for Rural and Remote Health, next to Emerald Medical Group, 1 Pilot Farm Road.

Apply here https://zurl.co/xNfkI

For more information, call 07 4781 3300.

16/12/2025

💎 COOKING UP GEMS 💎 - Healthier Potato Bake

Caption A warm, comforting soup with a healthy twist, inspired by the Gemfields community. Perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner!

This is a little snapshot of what the follow-along cooking videos that come with the Cooking Up Gems recipe book.

Like what you see?

Click the link below to check out our ‘Cooking Up Gemz’ recipe book.

Get the eBook: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGyW8qMlBk/ynFX6z2ZZu2BAwH9suDVvw/view?utm_content=DAGyW8qMlBk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0e478c6870

Our goal is to help you feel more confident cooking healthy, affordable meals at home. Along the way, we hope to build your awareness of how healthy eating can support your wellbeing and help prevent or manage health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and some cancers.

30/11/2025

Banana Oatbran Muffins

💎 COOKING UP GEMS 💎

Enjoy these soft, tasty muffins made with wholesome ingredients. Inspired by the Gemfields community, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes!

This is a little snapshot of what the follow-along cooking videos that come with the Cooking Up Gems recipe book.

Like what you see?

Click the link below to check out our ‘Cooking Up Gemz’ recipe book.

https://www.canva.com/design/DAGyW8qMlBk/ynFX6z2ZZu2BAwH9suDVvw/view?utm_content=DAGyW8qMlBk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h0e478c6870

Our goal is to help you feel more confident cooking healthy, affordable meals at home. Along the way, we hope to build your awareness of how healthy eating can support your wellbeing and help prevent or manage health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and some cancers.

27/11/2025

🔶 IAHA National Excellence in Allied Health Awards 🔶

🌟 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Allied Health Student of the Year 🌟

Congratulations to Shi-Ann Wallace, a proud JCU: James Cook University, Australia Pharmacy student and this year’s deserving award recipient!

This award recognises a current IAHA Full Member (Student) enrolled in an allied health degree who demonstrates exceptional leadership, dedication to their studies, and a strong commitment to personal and professional growth. Awardees are inspiring role models for both the current and future allied health workforce — and Shi-ann embodies all of this and more.

We’re especially proud to share that Shi-Ann completed one of her pharmacy placements in Emerald in 2024, where she made a wonderful impression on both staff and community.

Well done, Shi-Ann — a truly inspirational young leader! 🎉👏

26/11/2025

🔶Our team had the privilege of attending the National Conference, a gathering that celebrates the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the strength of the allied health workforce.

The conference highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the power of holistic, strengths-based approaches in advancing health and wellbeing. IAHA’s ongoing leadership continues to drive efforts toward achieving health equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

A valuable and inspiring experience for our team. 🌿✨