Event Information
The 2023 WA Rural and Remote Mental Health Conference will be held at the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges from Tuesday 31 October to Friday 3 November 2023.The WA Rural and Remote Mental Health Conference has been hosted by WACHS since the event’s inauguration at Northam in 1992 and 2023 marks the 30th year for the conference!
Registration Fees
Registrations Close 16 October 2023 at 5pm
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Early Bird Registration | $400 | |
Standard Registration 2 September - 1 October 2023 | $425 | |
Late Registration | $455 | |
Student Registration 10 July - 16 October 2023 | $150 | |
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Early Bird Registration 14 August - 1 September 2023 | $140 | |
Standard Registration 2 September - 1 October 2023 | $165 | |
Late Registration 2 October - 16 October 2023 | $190 | |
Themes and Topics
The Conference title for 2023 is Looking Beyond: People, Resilience and Innovation.
Keynote speakers and presenters have been invited to present on the following streams.
- Aboriginal mental health: Social and emotional wellbeing
- Boots on the ground: Innovative workforce solutions for rural and remote mental health
- Collaborative approaches in rural and remote mental health care
- Moving forward: Technology, research and innovation
- Nothing about us without us: Diversity and inclusion
Event Terms and Conditions
Cancellations
Cancellations received in writing to rrmhc@ruralhealthwest.com.au by 30 September 2023 will be accepted and all fees refunded, less an administration fee of $50.
Cancellations received after 30 September 2023 will not be refunded.
Changes to Details and Preferences
Changes to conference delegate registrations may be made up until 30 September 2023. Changes can be made by emailing the event organisers on rrmhc@ruralhealthwest.com.au
After 30 September 2023, changes will not be possible.
Transfer of your registration to another person is considered a change in details and is permitted, so long as the details have been updated by 30 September 2023.
Photography & Video
By registering, delegates are acknowledging that they may be photographed at some point.
Our photographer will make every effort to ensure consent. However, consent from individuals is not usually practical for large group and crowd shots.
If you do not wish to be photographed, please just inform the photographer, who will ensure you are not captured.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend?
Everyone is welcome to attend the conference.
Registrations are only available for specific, named individuals who will be attending the conference.
It is not possible to purchase generic places where the attending delegate is not yet known.
This is because in order to register someone, we require individual information such as their program preferences, dietary needs, access requirements and contact details. Therefore, please determine who will be attending before attempting your booking.
Can I share my registration?
No - Each person must register separately and places may not be "split" between people.
Those not wishing to attend the whole event may purchase a single day registration or tickets to social events, but cannot use part of another delegate's ticket.
How to do I register?
Registration is online through the conference website.
People who have difficulties with electronic forms should contact our organisers Rural Health West on 08 6389 4500, for individual assistance.
What are the payment options?
Payments must be made online via the electronic registration system.
Places cannot be held without payment.
This electronic payment system is used because it keeps administrative costs down and therefore minimises registration fees. Those unable to pay online may request an invoice, for an administrative fee of $20 per invoice.
Is there travel support for this conference?
Travel and transport arrangements and any associated costs are the responsibility of the individual delegate, except where otherwise specifically agreed by WA Country Health Service (WACHS).Delegates from outside Perth need to organise their own travel to and from Perth and early bookings are advised.
Some accommodation providers may offer airport transfers, so please enquire if required.
I need support to attend - what are my options?
Health Workforce Scholarship Program
You may be eligible for Health Workforce Scholarship Program funding to attend the RRMHC 2023.
The Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP) provides scholarships and bursaries to help health professionals in remote and rural Australia retain and enhance their skills, capacity and scope of practice.
Scholarships or bursaries are available for medical, nursing/midwifery, dental, allied health and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers providing primary health care services in rural and remote Western Australia in private practice, an Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS), Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO) or a non-government or not-for-profit organisation. You are not eligible if you are employed solely by the State Government. HWSP funding can be used towards professional development such as short courses, workshops, online training and conferences; Postgraduate studies; Training related expenses such as travel and accommodation.
To register your interest and to review the guidelines and eligibility criteria please visit the Rural Health West website.
If you have any further questions and would like to apply – please contact hwsp@ruralhw.com.au
Rural Procedural Grants Program
This conference is eligible for one day of the Rural Procedural Grants Program, Emergency Mental Health Component. We ask delegates to contact their relevant college to ascertain their eligibility and apply for the grant prior to attending.
I need support to attend - what are my options?
Health Workforce Scholarship Program
You may be eligible for Health Workforce Scholarship Program funding to attend the RRMHC 2023.
The Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP) provides scholarships and bursaries to help health professionals in remote and rural Australia retain and enhance their skills, capacity and scope of practice.
Scholarships or bursaries are available for medical, nursing/midwifery, dental, allied health and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers providing primary health care services in rural and remote Western Australia in private practice, an Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS), Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO) or a non-government or not-for-profit organisation. You are not eligible if you are employed solely by the State Government. HWSP funding can be used towards professional development such as short courses, workshops, online training and conferences; Postgraduate studies; Training related expenses such as travel and accommodation.
To register your interest and to review the guidelines and eligibility criteria please visit the Rural Health West website.
If you have any further questions and would like to apply – please contact hwsp@ruralhw.com.au
Rural Procedural Grants Program
This conference is eligible for one day of the Rural Procedural Grants Program, Emergency Mental Health Component. We ask delegates to contact their relevant college to ascertain their eligibility and apply for the grant prior to attending.
Where can I Park?
The closest parking to the event venue are as follows;
Esplanade Car Park 11
65 Marine Terrace, Fremantle
Price per day $13.50**
For additional information please visit the City of Fremantle Parking website
Secure Parking - Collie Street Car Park
25 Collie Street, Fremantle
6+ hours $23.00**
For additional information please visit the Secure Parking website
**Parking rates are subject to change.