Social functions

Network and connect at RMA21 social events 

We're excited to present a calendar of social events available for delegates throughout RMA21. These events will provide you with the perfect opportunity to mingle and network with others who are passionate about rural and remote medicine. 

Welcome-Reception

Welcome Reception

Experience what RMA is all about at the popular RMA21 Welcome Reception. Network with peers, meet new friends and enjoy the included drinks and finger food before the conference officially opens the next morning.

Date: Wednesday 20 October 2021
Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: Poolside, Crown Perth 
Cost: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)

Trivia Extravaganza

Held straight after the RMA21 Welcome Reception this event is one not to miss! Form a team, create a great name, start researching pub trivia and let the competition begin. 

Date: Wednesday 20 October 2021
Time: 7:30pm – 9.00pm
Location: Poolside, Crown Perth 
Cost: Included in conference ticket (registrations essential)
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Supervisors' Networking Lunch 

Supervisors attending RMA21 are warmly invited to attend a private lunch time event which will provide them with an opportunity to network and collaborate with their peers in a relaxed setting.

Date: Thursday 21 October 2021
Time: 12.00-1.00pm
Location: The Crown Perth
Cost: Free for all supervisors (registrations essential)

Registrars' Networking Reception

This is an exclusive event for all registrars attending RMA21 who want to connect after the first official day of conference. Don't forget to keep an eye out for your dedicated Registrar Committee who can't wait to welcome you to RMA (they'll be the ones wearing the blue shirts). 

Date: Thursday 21 October 2021
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: The Waiting Room, Crown Perth
Cost: Free to all registrars and included in conference ticket (registrations essential)
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Future-gens

Future Generalists' Function

This is our dedicated student and junior doctors event and a great way for our future rural generalists to meet, mingle, and network with fellow students, and junior doctors from around Australia. 

Date: Thursday 21 October 2021
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Merrywell @ Nova Lounge, Crown Perth 
Cost: Free to all students, interns and junior doctors and included in conference ticket (registrations essential)

Presidents' Breakfast

The popular Presidents' Breakfast covers a range of current and topical health matters over breakfast. Key issues will be covered by a panel of Presidents' and specialists in their field in an interactive Q&A format with the audience. Please note that tickets to this event are strictly limited and it sells out every year. Ensure you book your seat when you purchase conference tickets, so you don’t miss out.

Date: Friday 22October 2021
Time: 7:00-8.00am 
Location: Crown Perth, Ballroom 3
Cost: $35pp (registrations essential)
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Conference Dinner and Excellence Awards

This night is one of the highlights of RMA and provides the opportunity for delegates to let their hair down, network with colleagues in a relaxed environment, and acknowledge and support those who have exceeded in their support for rural and remote medicine for 2021. This is a popular event and tickets are limited. Be sure to purchase your tickets on registration so you don't miss out. 

Date: Friday 22 October2021
Time: 6:30pm to 11:00pm
Location: Crown Perth, Ballroom
Cost: $170pp - includes three course meal and drinks (registrations essential)

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 23 October 2021
Time: 8:00am to 8:25am 
Location: Crown Perth Grand Ballroom (Exhibition Hall)
Cost: Free (registrations essential)
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