Events

Gippsland PHN would like to invite all Gippsland based Practice Nurses to attend this quality improvement education event. Presenter: Wendy O’Meara – Associate Education Consultant for Larter Consulting Quality improvement is about more than information or compliance. It relies on shared understanding, strong clinical leadership, reliable data, and practical systems that support better patient care. […]

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is modernising the Assignment of Medicare Benefits process for bulk billed services, with changes commencing on 01 July 2026. To support readiness for Practice Managers and their teams, the Department is holding a virtual information session on Tuesday 12 May 2026, from 1:00PM – 2:00PM AEST, to provide […]

Are you a Practice Manager in Gippsland? Gippsland PHN would like to invite all Gippsland based Practice Managers to How to manage busy Reception like a pro! Presenter: Wendy O’Meara, Primary Health Consultant A practice manager “manages reception like a pro” by creating clear systems, setting high service standards, and leading with consistency. This includes […]

Gippsland Sexual Reproductive Health Forum 2026. ’15 years of the Gippsland Sexual Reproductive Health Forum’ The Gippsland Sexual Reproductive Health Forum is an annual, free, professional development day lead by Gippsland Women’s Health to upskill Gippsland professionals locally.  2026 marks 15 years of the forum and will be centred around advancing sexual and reproductive health […]

Adult ADHD has become a significant focus area within the Australian mental health system due to rapidly increasing demand for diagnosis, medication, and ongoing support. This growth has outpaced existing service capacity, particularly in public and regional settings. The Australasian ADHD Professionals Association’s (2022) guideline for clinical practice recommends psychoeducation, skills-based psychological interventions, and environmental […]

An interactive panel discussion about the latest recommendations and key themes following the launch of the Australian Asthma Handbook guidelines in 2025. Since the Australian Asthma Handbook was launched in September 2025, the National Asthma Council has been working on implementation activities to enable healthcare professionals to adopt the new guidelines into everyday practice. This […]

Join Men’s Referral Service for a preview of the National Directory of Services for people who use violence. Held in-person or online, this launch will introduce the new directory and explore how it can support the Domestic and Family Violence sector and other professionals in their efforts to end family violence and build safer communities. The […]

Presented in partnership with Emerging Minds Families navigating pregnancy, birth, and the early months of parenting can face significant emotional, practical, and system-related challenges. Using a hypothetical case study exploring a journey following preterm birth and a NICU stay, this webinar will follow key transition points where clear communication, coordinated care, and family engagement are […]

This education event will be facilitated by the Refugee Health Network of Queensland in partnership with the Brisbane South and Brisbane North PHNs. The event is for General Practitioners and their staff to gain understanding about how to share information about preventative healthcare with their refugee-background patients while addressing cultural and health literacy needs. Discussion […]

Join The University of Melbourne and organised by Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health on addressing rising rates of congenital syphilis Sexual Wellness PD Series with Dr Stephanie Bond Speaker Bio: Dr Stephanie Bond is an obstetrician, gynaecologist and sexual health physician at Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, The Women’s Hospital and Mercy Hospital for Women. […]

Gippsland PHN together with Girraway Ganyi Consultancy bring you Youth Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid course. This is a Blended Online Course: Self-paced e-Learning (7 hours), followed by a 5-hour face to face session. E-Learning MUST be completed by 13 May 2026 in order to progress to the online session. During the […]

Join Gippsland PHN and Prestantia Health in this 3 part learning series to develop knowledge, support and optimising Person-centred and Multidisciplinary Team-based Care. These education sessions are part of a structured program of three interactive online workshops designed to support general practices at varying stages of their multidisciplinary team (MDT) development journey. The program is […]

Join LCHS for a practical and evidence-based workshop in exercise oncology, designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world clinical care. Led by keynote speaker Dr Eva Zopf, the session will explore the latest research on how targeted exercise supports cancer treatment, recovery, and long-term health outcomes.Attendees will gain practical guidance on exercise prescription […]

Gippsland PHN would like to invite all Gippsland based Practice Managers, Reception and Admin staff to attend this quality improvement education event. Presenter: Wendy O’Meara – Associate Education Consultant for Larter Consulting Quality improvement is about more than information or compliance. It relies on shared understanding, strong clinical leadership, reliable data, and practical systems that […]

Join the End of Life Law for Clinicians (ELLC) training program for a FREE case study webinar on voluntary assisted dying (VAD) with presenters Dr Penny Burns and Dr Eliana Close. Gain clinical and legal insights including: This is an RACGP-approved CPD activity under the RACGP CPD Program.

Gippsland PHN would like to invite all Gippsland based GPs, Registrars and Nurse Practitioners to attend this quality improvement education event. Presenter: Wendy O’Meara – Associate Education Consultant for Larter Consulting Quality improvement is about more than information or compliance. It relies on shared understanding, strong clinical leadership, reliable data, and practical systems that support […]

All Health Professionals are invited to join us for this introduction session delivered by Jillian West (Nomuckerlener Indigenous Consulting and Mentoring). Jillian West is a proud Bunurong woman from Point Nepean and Palawa from the Islands of Bass Strait, with a lengthy career supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People with work, education and their […]

Together we can all do gender equity better Let’s Get Going introduces the core concepts that shape how we understand fairness, respect, and gender equity in everyday life. This interactive workshop is an accessible starting point for workplace teams, educators, and community groups looking to build their confidence in gender equity. Whether you’re new to […]

A full-day, in-person, evidence-based urology education meeting designed to enhance GP confidence in the assessment, investigation, management and referral of common urological conditions. The program provides practical guidance aligned with current Australian guidelines and local referral pathways, with a focus on youth and older adult populations. Join Western Health and NWMPHN at the UROWEST II […]

All Gippsland based Health Professionals are invited to attend this Education event. Incidents of occupational violence and aggression (OVA) are on the rise. Addressing this growing concern, Gippsland PHN has engaged Resolution Education to offer a specialized De-escalation & OVA Training program. This training is meticulously crafted to equip your team with the vital skills […]

Gippsland PHN in collaboration with Dementia Australia would like to invite GPs /GP Registrars, Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses and Staff in various care settings providing support to people living with dementia to this workshop. This workshop provides an overview of dementia, including signs, symptoms, causes and an understanding of how dementia affects the brain and […]

This program is presented by the Regional Wounds Victoria Wound Management Clinical Nurse Consultants. It is aimed at experienced nurses who want to advance their skills in clinical assessment, compression therapy and wound debridement This is a very interactive and hands on workshop. Please wear loose clothing. PROGRAM WOUND ASSESSMENT WORKSHOPS 20 Places only Booking […]

Engaging Victim Survivors in Advocacy and Primary Prevention Work Join Safe and Equal along with Gippsland Women’s Health for an online webinar exploring the role of lived experience in prevention and how organisations can work ethically and meaningfully with victim survivors in advocacy and primary prevention. This session will focus on engaging victim survivors to […]

All Gippsland based Health Professionals are invited to attend this Education event. Incidents of occupational violence and aggression (OVA) are on the rise. Addressing this growing concern, Gippsland PHN has engaged Resolution Education to offer a specialized De-escalation & OVA Training program. This training is meticulously crafted to equip your team with the vital skills […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

May & June 2026 Workshop Schedule The IAR Guidance (IAR) and Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is designed to establish a national, standardised approach to conducting initial mental health assessments, and support general practitioners and other clinicians to recommend the most appropriate level of care for a person seeking mental health support. The IAR and the […]

Gippsland PHN together with Mindframe are pleased to bring the federally-funded Mindframe program to the Gippsland region. Mindframe is a national program supporting safe and non-stigmatising communication about suicide, mental health concerns and alcohol and other drugs (AOD). The training provides practical and evidence-based support to people communicating about these themes. Online one-hour Mindframe training […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

Join Gippsland PHN and The Centre for Culture, Equity and Health (CEH) in Working Better Across Cultures. The interactive workshops support you to work more effectively with migrant, refugee and multicultural clients who access your services. The sessions explore cultural competence principles and practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and respond respectfully to diverse […]

All Health Professionals are invited to join Gippsland PHN for this introduction session held on Gunaikurnai Country and delivered by Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation. This education session on Cultural Heritage by a GLaWAC representative aims to enhance awareness and appreciation of the Gunaikurnai culture.

All Health Professionals are invited to join us for this introduction session held on Bunurong country and delivered by Jillian West (Nomuckerlener Indigenous Consulting and Mentoring). Jillian West is a proud Bunurong woman from Point Nepean and Palawa from the Islands of Bass Strait, with a lengthy career supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People […]

This program is presented by the Regional Wounds Victoria Wound Management Clinical Nurse Consultants. This comprehensive program is suitable for all nurses working in acute, community, GP practice & aged care. PROGRAM: • Introduction to wound physiology • Factors affecting healing • Acute wound management • Wound Bed Preparation • Wound assessment and tissue identification […]

In Australia, lung cancer is the fifth most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer death. In 2023, almost 15,000 people were diagnosed with lung cancer and there were 8,000 deaths. Lung cancer screening saves lives. Up to 70% of lung cancers can be detected at early stages through screening. Screening is a way […]

Emerge Australia understands that myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), long COVID, and other energy-limiting conditions are complex, and that the people you care for often have wide-ranging and ongoing needs. These conditions are not routinely taught in universities, which can make supporting patients even more challenging.   Emerge Australia offers free education and practical resources […]

Nurse Ambassador Program Cancer Council Victoria offers a free Nurse Ambassador Program for nurses looking to broaden their scope of practice to include cancer screening and prevention activities across their whole organisation, with a focus on under-screened communities. Why you should attend this program The role and contributions of nurses in the effective delivery of […]

Let’s talk eating disorders For professionals working with young people About this Session​This strength-based, evidence informed workshop increases understanding of body image and the modifiable risk and protective factors that contribute to body dissatisfaction, disordered eating, and eating disorders in young people. The session provides up to date, comprehensive information and guidance for schools and […]

Let’s talk eating disorders For professionals working with young people About this Session This evidence informed session is designed to deepen understanding of eating disorders and the role educators and others working with young people can play in early identification, response and recovery support. The session explores the continuum from healthy to disordered eating and […]

Dementia Training for Primary Care Health Professionals Follow the link to increase your dementia knowledge with a range of online courses to name a few below: Decoding Delirium Delirium is a serious medical condition producing sudden and often severe changes in a person’s mental function. A person typically has difficulty thinking clearly, maintaining focus or […]

Become culturally competent in caring for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/gender diverse and intersex (LGBTI) people with dementia. About this Course This course aims to assist workers across the health and aged care sectors to become culturally competent in caring for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/gender diverse and intersex (LGBTI) people with dementia. Learning Outcomes After completing […]

A practical and step-wise approach to improving your knowledge, skills and confidence in recognising, diagnosing and managing dementia in the general practice setting. Learning Outcomes After completing this course, staff should be able to: List the exclusion and exclusion criteria for dementia. Describe the three stages of dementia. Develop and implement an effective management plan […]

This program is presented by the Regional Wounds Victoria Wound Management Clinical Nurse Consultants. It is aimed at experienced nurses who want to advance their skills in clinical assessment, compression therapy and wound debridement This is a very interactive and hands on workshop. Please wear loose clothing. WOUND ASSESSMENT WORKSHOPS

Renew your knowledge, refine assessment skills & refresh your confidence & competence in Immunisation Emergencies with Steph, a practising Nurse Immuniser. Content 2026 Dates Secure your place. Contact Steph on below details: learn@3riverstraining.com.au Steph – 0408 472 835