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WACRH facilitates allied health, nursing and pharmacy placements for students from all Australian universities. The WA Centre for Rural Health's page.

We aim to improve rural, remote and Aboriginal health through education, student placement support, research and community service activities. Located on Wilunyu Country. The WA Centre for Rural Health's (WACRH) of The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of 17 University Departments of Rural Health (UDRH) in Australia. WACRH is based in Geraldton in the Midwest and Karratha in the Pilbara

of Western Australia. Our aim is to improve rural, remote and Aboriginal health through research, education, student placement support and community service activities. Follow us on:
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17/06/2026

🌟 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗲𝘁🌟
We caught up with Eleanor, a dietetics student who recently completed her WA Centre for Rural Health of The University of Western Australia rural placement with us in Mount Magnet—and she had plenty to share about her experience!

Highlight of her placement?
“Working with a lovely group of students in Mount Magnet and getting to know the friendly and welcoming community in Mount Magnet.”

Most impactful moment?
“The most impactful moment was the cultural tour we had with a knowledgeable Aboriginal community member Cecilia Kelly, learning about the importance of their connection to Country and land.”

Biggest surprise?
“The commitment the community has to providing the students and younger people in Mount Magnet with experiences and activities throughout the week.”

Her advice to future students:
“Take on all the learning experiences you can, say YES! And connect with the community as much as possible, even if just through a chat on the street or a morning tea.”

Weekend must-dos:
“Sunsets and stargazing at the granites, visiting the museum, and exploring the surrounding towns.”

15/06/2026

Join our free 2-hour 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗕𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 training (Monday 29 June) and build the skills and confidence to safely and effectively respond when you witness disrespectful behaviour.

This practical session will explore real-life scenarios and give you tools to challenge harmful attitudes and support a more respectful, inclusive community. Whether you're a community member, professional, or simply passionate about making a difference, this training offers valuable insights you can apply in everyday situations.

To secure a spot, email [email protected] or call 9956 0200.

Stand up, speak out, and be part of the change.

09/06/2026

𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿
There is something special about seeing former students return as colleagues and leaders.

We were delighted to welcome Jade Lewington from Link Assistive by Tobii Dynavox back to the WA Centre for Rural Health of The University of Western Australia, delivering workshops and consultations in Geraldton focused on assistive technology and communication supports for community members and allied health professionals.

Jade was one of the first speech pathology students to complete a semester-long final-year placement in 2015. More than a decade on, she’s returned as an experienced clinician—sharing her expertise with those who once taught her.

As WACRH Senior Lecturer and speech pathologist Kathryn Fitzgerald reflects:
“One of the great privileges of working in rural health education is seeing students grow into skilled professionals and leaders. It’s inspiring to stay connected with our alumni who become our colleagues, collaborators and friends, continuing to make a difference in rural and remote communities.”

Photo (L-R): Jade Lewington, Kathryn Fitzgerald and Jasmeet Flora Drage (2014 WACRH alumni and Speech Pathologist/Director of Galah Speech Pathology in Geraldton).

05/06/2026

The WA Centre for Rural Health - Rural Health West Staff and Student Awards recognise their extraordinary service, research and achievement within WACRH and the communities we serve.

Staff Award: Nutrition and Dietetics Lecturer Meredith Hancock is a dedicated dietitian and diabetes educator who delivers exceptional support to students through innovative placement opportunities—including the creation of the ‘Earth to Table’ cultural recipe booklet—community collaboration, research contributions and unwavering commitment to enriching rural health education beyond expectations.

Student Research Award: UWA McCusker Intern Keighlee Burkhardt demonstrated exceptional leadership, initiative and professionalism while contributing to an international rural health workforce project through research, ethics development, collaboration and initiative, solutions-focused work beyond expectations.

"My internship was a life changing experience and has significantly influenced my decision to further explore a career in health. This opportunity allowed me to apply my research skills to a meaningful project that has the potential to change the lives of residents living in regional, rural and remote areas of WA," says Ms Burkhardt.

03/06/2026

As National Reconciliation Week comes to an end, we will continue to learn about the histories, cultures and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Mabo Day, celebrated annually on 3 June, commemorates Mer Island man Eddie Koiki Mabo and his successful advocacy to overturn the legal fiction of terra nullius, or ‘land belonging to no-one’.

The 2026 theme, All In, invites us to reflect on the past, consider the present, and think about the role we can play in building respectful relationships in the future.

27/05/2026

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝟭𝟯-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗨𝗪𝗔 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 “𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - 𝗔 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵”?

Why study this course
This micro-credential responds to the urgent need for training in working with men who use Domestic and Family Violence, with an emphasis on using First Nations perspectives. It equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and cultural awareness to address complex issues in a thoughtful and effective manner. The course supports healing, accountability, and safer communities. By investing in culturally informed education, we empower practitioners to drive meaningful change and contribute to the long term reduction of violence and the strengthening of First Nations communities.

Who should study this course
This micro-credential is for professionals in health, legal, and community sectors—such as psychologists, social workers, police, lawyers, doctors, child health nurses and Aboriginal health workers—seeking to build expertise in working with men who use violence. It applies best practice, cultural understanding, with a focus on First Nations perspectives and supports workforce capacity building in DFV response.

Course details
Delivery mode: Online (lectures and workshops)
Course dates: 29 June 2026 – 2 October 2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Registrations close: 8 June 2026
Cost: $1,330 inc GST
Find out more: www.uwa.edu.au/study/uwa-plus/micro-credential-working-with-men-in-DFV
To register: https://payments.uwa.edu.au/UWAPlus

Developed by the WA Centre for Rural Health and The University of Western Australia, in collaboration with industry experts and people with lived experience.

26/05/2026

The WA Centre for Rural Health congratulates Senior Lecturer Aasta Abbott on being awarded The University of Western Australia School of Psychological Science Graduate Certificate in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Award for 2025. This honour recognised Aasta as the highest achieving student in the program, reflecting her outstanding commitment, expertise, and dedication to advancing practice in this important area of health.

Aasta accepted the award at the School of Psychological Science Prize Giving Ceremony held in Perth on 7 May 2026, where she was formally acknowledged by UWA Professor Troy Visser, Head of School. The occasion celebrated her academic excellence and contribution to the field.

21/05/2026

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 we are taking bookings!

Student Physiotherapy Clinic:
📍 WA Centre for Rural Health - 167 Fitzgerald Street, Geraldton.
💵There is no cost to attend.
📞 Call 9956 0200 to book.

20/05/2026

Last week’s inaugural Geraldton Regional Careers Expo attracted over 1000 high school students and community members from across the Midwest and we were there to showcase health careers.

WA Centre for Rural Health rural placement health students engaged in conversations with the students about the range of health professions and promoted the upcoming Year 10 Student Health Academy that we run at WACRH over two days in August this year.

Big thank you to UWA Nursing and UWA social work who came up from Perth to support the Education WA event.

Address

Yamaji Country, 167 Fitzgerald Street
Geraldton, WA
6530

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61899560200

Website

http://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/

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