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  • Young Professionals Health Summit

    Mackerel Islands Onslow, WA, Australia

    JOIN US FOR A UNIQUE ISLAND EXPERIENCE MACKEREL ISLANDS, ONSLOW | 25-27 JUNE 2021 The days will be a mix of educational components and relaxation. Enjoy snorkelling, swimming and fishing whilst learning how to deal with emergency situations, develop your practical skills and professional abilities. At night, socialise with dinner under the stars with fellow participants. This is an opportunity to have an ‘off the beaten track’ experience which is not to be missed. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Young health professionals living and working in the Pilbara are invited to attend the event, including: – Medical practitioners including students – Nurses...

  • My Future Care – An Introduction to Advance Care Planning (Safe Space)

    WA, Australia

    We all want to have a say in what happens in the last part of our lives. By making plans that cover our care, lifestyle, health and finances, we work out what we want, as well as making things easier on those around us. This process is called Advance Care Planning. This free online workshop will cover information on what is involved in Advance Care Planning, how to get started, and how to talk with your loved ones about your end-of-life wishes. It is a practical and interactive workshop where you will have the chance to get your questions answered....

  • Rheumatic Heart Disease Pilbara Twilight Seminar

    Karratha International Hotel Corner of Hillview and Millstream Roads, Karratha, WA, Australia

    FORGOTTEN BUT NOT GONE – Building capacity to end RHD in the Pilbara Tuesday 29 June 2021 | 5:30pm for 6.00pm start Karratha International Hotel (Goldfinch Conference Room) Buffet dinner and soft drinks provided. Keynote speaker: Dr James Marangou – Cardiologist (Fiona Stanley Hospital and Menzies Institute) The Pilbara has high rates of Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD). These conditions predominantly affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are entirely preventable. Are you passionate about joining this movement to end RHD and improve health equity? Come along to this inaugural seminar and learn from leading...

  • Introduction to Syphilis for Midwives on 21 July 2021

    WA, Australia

    This webinar provides Western Australian midwives with the information and tools required to improve syphilis screening and care for at-risk and key affected populations. The webinar also highlights the importance of contact tracing and partner notification. A combination of didactic and interactive quizzes will be used throughout the webinar This course is for: All midwives in WA ACM CPD Endorsement Activity 21 July 2021, 4:00pm – 5:30pm (AWST)  Funded by Government of Western Australia Department of Health For more information or to register please visit the website

  • Spinifex Spree 2021

    WA, Australia

    Spinifex Spree is a Free annual carnival-style event which provides locals with a line up of performers, entertainers, and various attractions. This year's Spinifex Spree will be on Friday, 23 July and Saturday, 24 July at the Town Oval (Turf Club). Friday's session will kick off at 5pm and run till 9pm – while the fun on Saturday will start at 11am and run right till 10pm. So cancel whatever you had planned, because you’re in for a treat this July.

  • Passion of the Pilbara 2021 officially launches

    WA, Australia

    Shire of Ashburton President Kerry White said she is extremely excited that Onslow would host the popular headline act and acknowledged that Passion of the Pilbara continued to grow in terms of entertainment, audience and attracting bigger names to the region. “Passion of the Pilbara has transformed from a community event to one that showcases the Pilbara’s heart and soul through a collaboration of music, arts, entertainment, food and community”, said Councillor White. “Attracting such a strong line-up of WA artists and entertainers wanting to perform and join in the celebrations is testament of the success of the festival. Festival...

  • Reframing Training

    WA, Australia

    Reframe training is an evidence-based program developed by researchers at the Telethon Kids Institute educating frontline professionals about recognising and understanding young people with neurodisability, reframing their behaviours and responding appropriately to their needs. To be held in Port Hedland, Karratha and Newman. Upcoming Workshops Port Hedland - August 17, 10:00am-2:30pm Karratha - August 18, 10:00am-2:30pm Newman - August 24, 10:00am-2:30pm Cost: FREE, limited seats available (usually $300/person) Book HERE

  • Infectious syphilis in Western Australia

    WA, Australia

    Infectious syphilis in Western Australia - Using the RISE Framework to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes The Sexual Health and Blood-borne Virus Program (SHBBVP) is coordinating a series of videoconferences designed to provide current information and updates related to the outbreaks of infectious syphilis in Western Australia.   Date: Wednesday 18 August 2021 Time: 12.00-12.45pm Venue: This presentation will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. Please see link below. Presenters: Yvette Roe and Sue Kildea, Charles Darwin University     Videoconference Information: The session will be provided via videoconference and recorded. The recording will be made available on the WA Syphilis Outbreak...

  • Chew the Fat About Obesity

    Cable Beach Club and Resort, Cable Beach Road, Broome Cable Beach Road, Broome, Western Australia

    This education event is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with Medtronic Australasia Pty Ltd. An evening of fine food and interactive small group discussion over dinner to discuss the issues around obesity and obesity management with A/Prof Harsha Chandaratna, Dr Arif Valibhoy, Dr Steve Watson and Dr Bill Gong. Topics to be addressed during this event will include; - Weight loss medication - Reflux Management - What's the latest - Weight Loss Surgery - Complications of Weight Loss Surgery - Why are people fat This dinner meeting will provide an excellent opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. Venue: Cable...

  • The Esplanade Hotel Networking Sundowner

    The Esplanade Hotel 22 Anderson Street,, Port Hedland, WA, Australia

    Come and network with your Hedland colleagues at this free event for health professionals hosted by the Pilbara Health Professionals Network. For more information, please email: alisha.small@phpn.com.au