A network of medical training opportunities
We connect medical students, interns and junior doctors with resources and opportunities to prepare for specialist training and beyond, creating stronger health outcomes in our region.
Dr Tadiwa Mashavave, Junior Doctor, Mackay Base Hospital
“It was during my time at JCU that I decided I wanted to end up somewhere rural or regional and I thought I would be able to gain a lot of hands-on skills in my junior years at a regional hospital like Mackay Base Hospital. It’s been great working with other doctors who are as passionate about rural health and the people it serves.”
Dr Hannah Bennett, Rural Generalist and Pain Specialist, Townsville University Hospital
"As a consultant in Pain Medicine, I have excellent work-life balance. Townsville is a great place to raise a family and there's so much on your doorstep here. It's just an easy life.” Read More
Dr Anthony Brazzale, Cardiologist, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
“We have advanced trainees who come from Brisbane and want to come back here now as consultants. They tell us this is one of the best training centres in Australia. The opportunities you get up here, you’ll get nowhere else.” Read MoreKeep up to date with our latest news & events!
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23 September 2025
Celebrating the success of the inaugural MED NORRTH conference
The inaugural MED NORRTH conference brought together medical students, junior doctors, and early-career researchers in Townsville to share new findings, build research skills, and celebrate emerging talent advancing regional health across northern Australia.
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23 September 2025
Exploring Big Questions: JCU Medicine Student Anna Duan
Fifth year Medicine student Anna Duan has a passion for medical research. She's an eager researcher and currently has three research projects underway and recently presented MED NORRTH Conference, joining a gathering of medical students, junior doctors, and early career researchers.
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17 September 2025
How research opens doors for JCU med students and doctors
When second-year medical student Fitsum Abay stepped into the Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine (AITHM) laboratory for the first time, he wasn’t just ticking a box, he was testing a future.
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26 August 2025
Cairns JCU Medicine Students Take on 333km Ride for Heart Health
James Cook University medical students will swap textbooks for bikes as they prepare to ride – or support – their way from Cairns to Cooktown all in the name of charity. The QSuper Cardiac Challenge, now a beloved tradition on the Cairns calendar, is a three-day, 333km charity ride.
Read MoreThe NQRTH medical training network:
NQRTH is an initiative of the Australian Government's Integrated Rural Training Pipeline (IRTP) and is facilitated by James Cook University in partnership with public and private hospitals, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC), health services, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and GP clinics.
Cairns region
(07) 4226 7138
Central West region
(07) 4764 1547
Mackay region
(07) 4885 7122
North West region
(07) 4764 1547
Torres and Cape region
(07) 4095 6103
Townsville region
(07) 4781 3424