WA Centre for Rural Health

15/05/2026

WA Centre for Rural Health dietitian students from The University of Newcastle, Australia recently travelled to Carnarvon to attend the Gascoyne Food Festival’s Around the Firepit event at Gwoonwardu Mia - an evening celebrating local flavours, bush foods and cultural connection. Hosted by acclaimed chef Daniel Lyndon, the experience featured a carefully curated menu inspired by native ingredients.

Students enjoyed an immersive, story-rich dining experience, gaining insight into the region’s culinary traditions during Dietitians Week (11–17 May 2026). As student Eleanor shared: “Around the fire pit dinner was a treat - a cultural smorgasbord of food, stories and connection to Country. The family-style dining and native twist brought the community together to support our learning. An unmissable experience.”

13/05/2026

We’re proud to launch Earth to Table - a Jambinu (Geraldton) cultural foods recipe book created by WA Centre for Rural Health student dietitians with local Yamaji Elders, Aboriginal community members and local organisations.

Filled with recipes and cultural food knowledge passed down through generations, the book celebrates connection to Country, culture and community. Featuring beautiful artwork created with local Yamaji artist Beau Simpson, Earth to Table reflects the land, ocean and people who make Jambinu home.

We thank Mitsui E&P Australia (MEPAU), Beach Energy Ltd, Geraldton Sporting Aboriginal Corporation and everyone who shared their knowledge and helped bring this project to life.

🔗 Download a FREE copyhttps://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/uploads/images/Events/Earth%20To%20Table%20Booklet.pdf

12/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome Edith Cowan University (ECU) nursing students Stephanie, Rebecca and Kaylee to the Midwest, where they’ve begun their four-week rural placement with the WA Centre for Rural Health in Geraldton. As part of a new WACRH nursing student orientation, they took part in cultural and clinical yarning training to build strong foundations for culturally safe practice.

With experience from other rural placements, including WACRH Pilbara, this is their first time in the Midwest. During their stay, they’ll gain hands-on experience at Geraldton Regional Hospital with WA Country Health Service, while also getting involved in the local community and enjoying activities like yoga and tennis.

11/05/2026

Long drive ahead? Why not upskill on the way? 🚙🎧

Turn your commute into a learning opportunity with 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 - the podcast packed with practical student supervision insights you can apply straight away. Hear directly from healthcare professionals working across rural WA, sharing real-world experience and tips.

𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀:
• Getting started & support for you
• Planning rural placements
• Supervision fundamentals
• Linking students into rural communities
• Reflective practice

🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PGVezNZMRal9oBwMiG01P?si=0590cc2727e24a72

Whether you’re on the road or on the go, take your supervision skills further.

WA Centre for Rural Health Goldfields University Department of Rural Health University Department of Rural Health South West Majarlin Kimberley Centre for Remote Health

08/05/2026

07/05/2026

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀
We’re seeking Aboriginal voices to guide an important project aimed at improving cancer awareness and campaigns for our communities.

Who can apply?
• Aboriginal people living in the Midwest region or Perth
• Men and women of all ages are welcome

What’s involved?
• Share your perspectives and lived experience
• Attend four online meetings per year
• Receive payment for your time and contribution

Why get involved?
Your input will help ensure this project—and future cancer campaigns—are culturally appropriate, meaningful, and effective for Aboriginal communities.

Interested or want to learn more?
🔗 View the flyer:https://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/uploads/images/Events/Aboriginal%20Advisory%20Group%20EOI_Flyer.pdf
🔗 Read the FAQs:https://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/uploads/images/Events/Getting%20it%20right_Aboriginal%20Advisory%20Group_FAQ.pdf

📞 Contact Senior Research Officer Emma Taylor
Phone: 9956 0200
Email: emma.taylor@uwa.edu.au

05/05/2026

𝗛𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀!
The WA Centre for Rural Health has released its latest newsletter! 📩

Stay connected and discover what’s happening across our rural health community, including:
📬 Cutting‑edge research making a real difference in rural communities
📬 Inspiring student placement stories from across the region
📬 Meaningful community engagement initiatives
📬 Awards, achievements and recognitions
📬 Education and training opportunities

Don’t miss out — read the latest issue and subscribe to stay connected.

Take a look 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/WACRHMay2026Newsletter

30/04/2026

𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱.
Struggling with back or neck pain, an injury, or mobility issues? Our friendly rural placement physiotherapy students are back in town and here to help!
Student Physiotherapy Clinic:
📍 WA Centre for Rural Health - 167 Fitzgerald Street, Geraldton
💰There is no cost to attend
📞 Call 9956 0200 to book.
Don’t miss out — spots will fill fast!

29/04/2026

𝗙𝗗𝗩 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽
The Western Australian Centre for Rural Health and Bundiyarra Aboriginal Community Aboriginal Corporation have signed a landmark partnership agreement to work together to prevent family violence by engaging Aboriginal men across Geraldton, Mullewa and Northampton.

The two-year agreement formalises a shared commitment to deliver Yurla Wangga, a primary prevention program that supports Aboriginal men to challenge attitudes and behaviours that can lead to violence against women.

Read the full story: https://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/2026/04/Landmark-agreement-for-change

21/04/2026

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁
A new podcast series launched this month has been developed collaboratively by Western Australia’s University Departments of Rural Health.

The series features open conversations with rural health professionals, exploring the realities of supervising students on placement- sharing practical insights, challenges and opportunities from across the sector.

From supervision strategies to supporting student wellbeing and navigating rural practice, each episode offers valuable perspectives for current and future clinical educators.

Supported by the Australian Rural Health Education Network (ARHEN), this initiative reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the rural health workforce.

🎧Follow Rural Health Conversations on Spotify and listen to the first episode covering rural placement support here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PGVezNZMRal9oBwMiG01P?si=0590cc2727e24a72

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