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WA Centre for Rural Health

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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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04/08/2026

Are you experiencing pain or recovering from an injury? Student Physiotherapy Clinic at the WA Centre for Rural Health in Geraldton is open and taking bookings. There is no cost to attend. Make an appointment on 9956 0200.

03/08/2026

A rural placement supported by the WA Centre for Rural Health of The University of Western Australia has helped nursing student Sarah Griffith take the next step toward her career, accepting a position with Carnarvon Medical Centre after completing her placement. Her experience shows how rural placements can inspire students to live and work in regional communities while contributing to a stronger local health workforce.

Through strong partnerships with health services across the Midwest, Gascoyne and Pilbara, WACRH placements give students the opportunity to develop skills, build professional connections and experience the rewards of rural healthcare firsthand. Outcomes like Sarah's demonstrate the important role rural placements play in attracting and retaining health professionals in regional Western Australia.

Read the story 👉 https://www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/2026/08/Rural-placement-inspires-nursing-student-to-build-career-in-Carnarvon

30/07/2026

This week the Carnarvon community were invited to discover local opportunities, meet employers, training providers and community services, and to take the next step in their career journey. Schools, students, job seekers, families and community members came through the Carnarvon Careers Expo to explore the many pathways available to them.

Our speech pathology students Rachel and Georgia assisted on the WA Centre for Rural Health table, speaking to many prospective community members about the range of health careers available to them.

22/07/2026

We are seeking a fulltime Senior Lecturer (Aboriginal Health and Culture) and Associate Professor (Aboriginal Health and Culture) at our Geraldton, Carnarvon or Karratha sites.

Shape the future of Aboriginal health outcomes through culturally informed leadership, research and education in rural and remote communities.

𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿 (𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲)
Applications close: 9 August 2026.
https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/en/job/523607/senior-lecturer-aboriginal-health-and-culture

𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 (𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲)
Applications close: 17 August 2026.
https://external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/cw/en/job/523980?lApplicationSubSourceID

These roles are open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).

The Western Australian Centre for Rural Health is administered by The University of Western Australia and is part of a national network of University Departments of Rural Health.

20/07/2026

This NAIDOC Week, we’re celebrating the leadership of our First Nations staff who are creating change in our community.

Deadly highlight: Proud Yamaji and Malgana woman Kelsie Crowe is an active sportswoman and works in the Clinical Yarning research team.

Deadly highlight: Yinggarda man Ray Edney is an artist, musician, teacher, and cultural leader.

Deadly highlight: Yamatji women Lenny Papertalk has completed a degree in social work, has published research on Indigenous health, and runs meaningful cultural training experiences with our students.

Deadly highlight: Yamatji women Allee Bartlett provides cultural training, works in community engagement and is role model to the young mob.

16/07/2026

⭐ 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗝𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗼𝗻 ⭐
We caught up with Joanna, a paramedicine student who completed a WA Centre for Rural Health of The University of Western Australia rural placement across Carnarvon, Exmouth and Coral Bay.

Most impactful moment?
“Being able to attend and run the scene for a cardiac patient. It was amazing to apply everything I’ve learnt in real life.”

Biggest surprise?
“The incredible sense of community – so many people volunteer and give their time to help others.”

Placement highlight?
“Working with such kind and knowledgeable paramedics, especially Sabrina in Exmouth. She was so supportive and willing to let us have a go.”

Advice to future students:
“Come prepared, practice your handovers on the way to jobs, and get involved as much as possible.”

Weekend must-dos:
“Whale shark tour in Exmouth, snorkel at Quobba, attend On-Country education in Carnarvon, and check out the bakery and Bamboo Sushi in Exmouth!”

09/07/2026

The WA Centre for Rural Health was pleased to host senior leaders from The University of Western Australia in Geraldton last week as part of UWA’s Regional Strategy and commitment to strengthening partnerships across regional Western Australia. During the visit, delegates met with local government, health, education, industry and community representatives to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the Mid West.

Discussions focused on strengthening relationships, identifying opportunities for collaboration, progressing regional teaching and workforce development initiatives, supporting rural research, and advocating for infrastructure to meet future regional needs.

Read the media release www.wacrh.uwa.edu.au/2026/07/UWA-leaders-visit-Geraldton-to-strengthen-partnerships

07/07/2026

Proud to share the publication of new research led by WA Centre for Rural Health at The University of Western Australia by Research Fellow Dr Veisinia Pulu, examining disparities in cancer outcomes for Aboriginal people in Western Australia. Drawing on a narrative review of 69 peer-reviewed studies published between 2000 and 2024, recurring challenges were identified, including limited cultural safety in healthcare, barriers to accessing cancer care, low participation in cancer screening, communication and education gaps, inadequate support and care navigation, restricted treatment access, and workforce limitations.

The paper concluded that addressing these inequities requires coordinated, multi-level strategies. Key recommendations include improving culturally safe healthcare, reducing barriers to screening and treatment, strengthening education and awareness initiatives, enhancing support for Aboriginal patients, families, and communities, increasing workforce capacity, and implementing stronger policy, research, and data collection initiatives that are Aboriginal- and community-led. Overall, the review emphasizes that meaningful improvements in cancer outcomes will require both health system reform and community empowerment, providing a foundation for future research, policy, and practice aimed at achieving cancer equity for Aboriginal people in Western Australia and beyond.

https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/23/6/777

02/07/2026

⭐𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮⭐
We caught up with Madison, an occupational therapy student and the Waalhiibe Student Rural Health Club Co-President, who completed a WA Centre for Rural Health of The University of Western Australia rural placement in Karratha in the Pilbara.

Most impactful moment?
“Gaining a deeper understanding of service delivery. Working in a rural setting often requires you to be creative and resourceful in the way you provide therapy.”

Biggest surprise?
“Everyone works incredibly hard in the Pilbara, but the pace of life feels slower and more balanced.”

Placement Highlight?
“The friendships I made with other students and having a great group to explore the region with.”

Advice to future students:
“Say yes to as many opportunities as possible. Whether that’s observing other disciplines, working with different diagnoses and age groups, or making the most of your weekends by going camping, exploring the region.”

Weekend must-dos:
“Visit Karijini National Park, take a trip to Exmouth and go line dancing at the local brewery.”

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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