Welcome Reception

Kickstart your RMA23 experience by attending the ever-popular Welcome Reception. This event promises to be a crowd-pleaser and an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals. Make the most of this event by networking with peers, meeting new friends, and indulging in complimentary drinks and finger food. It's the perfect way to get into the conference mood and prepare for the exciting program that awaits you the next day.

Date: Wednesday 18 October 2023
Time: 6pm
Location: Hobart Function and Convention Centre
Cost:
Delegates: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)
Guest: $70pp

Future rural doctors networking event

Hey there medical students, interns, and junior doctors! You won't want to miss Thursday night at Willie Smith's, designed just for you. Join us for a night of fun and excitement while connecting with fellow medical students and junior doctors from across Australia and beyond. This event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and make valuable connections with like-minded professionals.

Date: Thursday 19 October 2023
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Willie Smith's
Cost:
Delegates: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)
Guests: $80pp (transportation included)

Doctors' in training networking event

Attention all doctors' in training! Join us for an exclusive networking event offering the perfect opportunity for you to connect and mingle after the first official day of RMA23. Don't miss out on this chance to engage with your peers and make lasting connections. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening of fun and camaraderie.

Date: Thursday 19 October 2023
Time: 6:30pm
Location: In the Hanging Garden
Cost:
Delegates: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)
Guests: $80pp

Rural Doctors and Academics networking functions

RMA23 delegates are invited to select from two unforgettable local dining experiences. Connect with both old friends and new while indulging in the best lutruwita (Tasmania) has to offer.

Join us for a paddock to plate local food experience at The Agrarian Kitchen where ingredients are sourced from their own garden, the community garden across the road and the network of local gardeners, producers, farmers and fishermen. Delegates will travel by private charter (included in the ticket price) to nearby New Norfolk’s Willow Court and the town’s old mental asylum – where you are sure to fall in love with the beautiful Bronte building on arrival. Built in 1925, the former ward is a vast expansive space, large windows and high ceilings lined with the original pressed metal and an experience not to be missed!

Nestled in the Coal River Valley Wine Region, delegates will travel by private charter (included in the ticket price) to the stunning Frogmore Creek Cellar Door and Restaurant for an exclusive ‘Island Bite’ dining experience. Guests will enjoy the expansive views over the valley taking in the beauty of the wine region as twilight settles in. What better way to unwind and enjoy your time with colleagues, friends and peers?

Date: Thursday 19 October 2023
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Agrarian Kitchen or Frogmore Creek
Cost:
Delegates and guests: $175pp (transportation included)

Presidents' breakfast

Join us for the popular Presidents' Breakfast, featuring a panel of experts and Presidents who will delve into a range of current and topical health matters, key advocacy and policy topics in an interactive Q&A format. Don't miss out on the chance to hear from some of the industry's most influential voices and engage in insightful discussions. This exclusive event is in high demand and sells out every year, so make sure to secure your spot during registration.

Date: Friday 20 October 2023
Time: 7am
Location: Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Cost:
Delegates: $55pp

Conference awards dinner

Join us for one of the most anticipated events of RMA23. The awards dinner provides the opportunity for delegates to let their hair down, network with colleagues while celebrating and supporting those who have exceeded in their contributions to rural and remote medicine for 2023. This is a popular event and tickets are limited. Be sure to purchase your tickets on registration so you don't miss out. Please note, this is a 18+ event.

Date: Friday 20 October 2023
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Princes Wharf No.1
Dress code: Cocktail/Black tie
Cost:
Delegates and guests: $200pp

Recovery breakfast

Refuel and recover with coffee and a small breakfast after dancing the night away at the Conference Dinner. Stay and mingle or just grab some food and head straight into the plenary session to start your morning fresh and energised.

Date: Saturday 21 October 2023
Time: 7am
Location: Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Cost:
Delegates: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)