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26 Aug 2026

Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine SIG Meeting

Date: Wednesday 26 August
Time: 8.00–9.00 pm (AEST) | 7.30–8.30 pm (ACST) | 6.00–7.00 pm (AWST)

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Join the Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine Specific Interest group (BFLM-SIG) meeting to connect, share insights, and contribute to shaping the SIG’s strategic priorities.

Led by Dr Kavita Thanakrishnan, BFLM-SIG Chair, this session will include updates on advocacy and education activities, key initiatives, and opportunities to get involved.

Members are encouraged to share perspectives and support the ongoing development of breastfeeding and lactation medicine within general practice.

28 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

VIC

2026 GPADD Conference

Contact: Victoria Events

Tel: 03 8699 0355

Email: vic.events@racgp.org.au

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01 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2026

CBT Skills for GPs - September

Online via gplearning

RACGP Rural's Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) skills for GPs is a fully online course designed to equip you with foundational CBT skills. It focuses on the practical application of cognitive restructuring techniques and behavioural strategies to support the management of common mental health presentations in general practice.

The course comprises six interactive learning modules, including a pre-course reflection activity and final quiz. You can complete each module at your own pace.

This course is a CPD Approved Activity. GPs can earn 3.5 EA and 5 RP CPD hours.

The course is also GPMHSC-accredited for MH CPD and FPS CPD.

Cost: RACGP members $495

Please allow 1-2 business days for online access upon payment.

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

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01 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2026

IPT Skills for GPs - September

Online via gplearning

RACGP Rural's Interpersonal therapy (IPT) skills for GPs is a fully online, interactive course designed to provide you with practical skills to better understand the link between interpersonal difficulties and psychological symptoms. You will learn how to assess, formulate, and manage key IPT problem areas using strategies like clarification, communication analysis and role play to support improved patient interpersonal functioning.

The course comprises eight interactive learning modules, including a pre-course reflection activity and final quiz. You can complete each module at your own pace.

This course is a CPD Approved Activity. GPs can earn 3.5 EA and 5 RP CPD hours.

The course is also GPMHSC-accredited for MH CPD and FPS CPD.

Cost: RACGP members $495

Please allow 1-2 business days for online access upon payment.

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

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03 Sep 2026

Mount Gambier Member Meet-up

Dr Sian Goodson, RACGP SA and Board Chair will be travelling to Mount Gambier and will host an evening member meet-up. You are warmly invited to join Sian and other members of RACGP SA to share experiences and discuss relevant issues. Complimentary drinks and nibbles will be provided.

Date: Thursday 3 September 2026
Time: 6.00-8.00 pm
Venue: Little Rippa Brewery, 107 Ruwoldt Rd, Yahl
Cost: RACGP members: FREE

Contact: Elaine Dalby

Tel: 08 8267 8310

Email: sa.events@racgp.org.au

07 Sep 2026 - 07 Dec 2026

Online Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training

The Online Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training (FPS ST) course provides GPs with the knowledge and practical skills needed to become Medicare-accredited providers of Foccussed Psychological Strategies (FPS).

This fully online course enables you to complete all training requirements from your home or practice, supported by a blend of interactive digital learning and peer group learning.

Please note: Level 1 Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) is a prerequisite for enrolment in the Online FPS ST course.

The course is GPMHSC accredited and on completion, you can gain FPS provider registration with Medicare to access MBS numbers 2721, 2723, 2725 and 2727.

Cost: RACGP Members: $1,279 and Non-members $1,579 (Inc GST)

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

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08 Sep 2026

QLD

RACGP Cairns Office Opening & Member Networking Evening

To celebrate the opening of the RACGP office in Cairns, members and stakeholders are invited to join us and drop in after work for drinks and canapés, tour the new office, connect with colleagues, and meet RACGP staff.

Date: Tuesday 8 September
Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Venue: RACGP Cairns: 1, 137 Collins Ave, Edge Hill
Cost: Free for members

Contact: Qld Events

Tel: 07 3456 8944

Email: qld.events@racgp.org.au

09 Sep 2026

QLD

RACGP Townsville Office Opening & Member Networking Evening

To celebrate the opening of the RACGP office in Townsville, members and stakeholders are invited to join us and drop in after work for drinks and canapés, tour the new office, connect with colleagues, and meet RACGP staff.

Date: Wednesday 9 September
Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Venue: RACGP Townsville: Level 3, 19 Stanley Street, Townsville
Cost: Free for members

Contact: Qld Events

Tel: 07 3456 8944

Email: qld.events@racgp.org.au

12 Sep 2026

SA CPR Workshop

RACGP SA is providing a CPR course delivered by St John SA in line with the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) guidelines.

The course will cover the following:
- DRSABCD action plan and responding to emergency situations
- Managing unconscious breathing casualties
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Using a defibrillator (AED)
- Legal issues in first aid
- Infection control.

Date: Saturday 12 September 2026
Time: 9.00 am - 12.00 pm (registration from 8.30 am)
Venue: RACGP Office, 132 Greenhill Road, Unley
Cost: Members: $65 | Non-members: $90

Contact: Elaine Dalby

Tel: 08 8267 8310

Email: sa.events@racgp.org.au

16 Sep 2026

QLD

Fellowship and Awards Ceremony - Brisbane

Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) is a specialist general practice qualification accredited by the Australian Medical Council. To formally recognise the hard work and dedication required to achieve FRACGP, FRACGP-RG or FARGP. We invite eligible New Fellows, FRACGP-RGs, FARGPs and award winners, family and friends to celebrate at the next RACGP Queensland Fellowship and Awards Ceremony in Brisbane this September.

Date: Wednesday 16 September
Time: 2.15pm - 7.00pm
Venue: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane, QLD
RSVP: Wednesday 2 September

Strictly by email invitation for eligible New Fellows, Rural Generalists, Fellows in Advanced Rural General Practice, and award winners who are current RACGP members.

Click 'more information' below to register online.

Contact: Qld Events

Tel: 07 3456 8944

Email: qld.events@racgp.org.au

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19 Sep 2026

VIC

Introduction To Point-of-care Ultrasound - Melbourne, Vic

Join our interactive, full-day workshop led by experienced doctors and sonographers who will guide you through the practical applications of point-of-care ultrasound in a general practice setting.

Using Butterfly iQ+ distributed by Big Green, you'll gain confidence and competence across a wide range of essential diagnostic techniques.

You'll rotate through six stations; eFAST, deep venous thrombosis, heart and lung ultrasound, intravenous line placement and foreign object retrieval, musculoskeletal soft tissue and first trimester transabdominal obstetric ultrasound.

This workshop is a RACGP CPD Accredited Activity, approved for 10 CPD hours (5 hours Education Activities and 5 hours Reviewing Performance) and eligible for all categories of the Rural Procedural Grants Program.

The workshop runs from 8.30am to 4.30pm and offered to RACGP members at $1,095 (incl. GST), registrar members at $765 (incl. GST) and to non-members at $1,425 (incl. GST).

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

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01 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

CBT Skills for GPs - October

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

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