JCU Medicine 25 year Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate 25years of Medicine at JCU

Location: Townsville

Dates: 9 - 10 May 2025

For the past quarter century, we have been preparing students for their careers in medicine and have taken great pride in the collective impact our graduates have made. To celebrate our progress and people, we are inviting those connected with JCU medicine to join us for an Anniversary Celebration weekend.

This momentous occasion is an opportunity for our valued alumni, esteemed colleagues and supporters to reconnect, reflect on the remarkable achievements of the past, and be inspired by the future of medical excellence.

This event is sponsored by North Queensland Regional Training Hubs and Private Emergency Health Australia, Mater, IPN (Sonic), Aurora Healthcare, AVANT, RACGP.

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Event Program

Join us in celebrating 25 years of Medicine, a milestone that marks our dedicated commitment to shaping healthcare in northern Queensland.

Welcome Evening

A relaxed evening of reconnection, to toast 25 years of medicine at JCU and set the stage for the celebrations ahead. Canapes and drink on arrival provided.

The evening will open with an address from Professor Sarah Larkins, Dean of the College of Medicine and Dentistry at JCU. The keynote speech will be provided by JCU Alum Dr Philip Gaudin, Founding Director of Private Emergency Health Australia.

Date: Friday 9 May 2025
Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm, arrive from 5:00pm for a 5:30pm start
Venue: Townsville Picnic Bay Surf Lifesaving Club, The Strand
Dress Code: Semi-formal

Saturday Symposium

Engage with thought leaders and keynote speakers in interactive discussions, participate in insightful learning sessions, and expand your professional network. Morning tea and light lunch provided.

Keynote Speaker: Dr Prue Wallin, Medical Director - Queensland Rural Generalist Pathway

*A more detailed program to be provided.

Date: Saturday 10 May 2025
Time: 8:00am – 2:00pm, registration from 8:00am for an 8:30am start
Venue: James Cook University, Bebegu Yumba Campus, Douglas.
Location: Medical Precinct, Buildings 45 & 46

Alumni Celebration Cocktail Evening

An evening for alumni to reminisce and celebrate, as we honour 25 years of JCU’s enduring legacy in medicine. Canapes, light meals and dessert with a 3 hour drink package provided.

Date: Saturday 10 May 2025
Time: 6:30pm – 10pm, arrive from 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
Venue: Flinders Lane Townsville, 376 Flinders Street
Dress code: Cocktail

We look forward to celebrating with you over the weekend.

Keynote Speakers

Friday Night Keynote Speaker: Dr Phil Gaudin, Company Director of Private Emergency Health Australia (PEHA)

Saturday Keynote Speaker: Dr Prue Wallin, Medical Director of Rural Generalist Pathways

*More keynote speakers to be announced.