Latest News & Events

Latest Connecting the Docs news including updates, events and media releases.

New Doctor Strengthens Healthcare Access in Rochester 20th July 2026

Residents of Rochester and surrounding communities will soon benefit from increased access to local healthcare with the arrival of Dr Esther Oluyide.

Two stethoscopes with a small red heart between them

Connecting the Docs: Why a People-Centred Approach Is Essential to Australia’s Healthcare Workforce

Australia’s healthcare workforce challenges are often discussed through the lens of shortages, vacancies and skills.

Radio Features

Connecting the Docs has recently been featured in several radio interviews on networks including TR FM, Traralgon, Triple M Bendigo, Bendigo, hit91.9 Bendigo and Triple M Sunraysia, Mildura

One doctor writes on a clipboard whilst the other stands beside them.

More doctors registered

More doctors registered as Connecting the Docs expands to 10 more rural health services in Victoria

Expanding health services

More doctors are on their way to rural and regional Victoria – thanks to an expanded program that’s helping health services recruit and retain the doctors they need most.

Media Release: Delivering Doctors Where They Are Needed Most

More doctors are on their way to rural and regional Victoria – thanks to an expanded program that’s helping health services recruit and retain the doctors they need most.

Screenshot of article from the Riverine Herald

‘Connecting more docs’ in the Riverine Herald

A program designed to support the medical workforce in northern Victoria is seeing growth, with local benefits expected.

Dr Ned Chalmers in the Gannawarra Times

DR Ned Chalmers moved from Warrnambool at the beginning of the year and says he is well settled and loving the town. Dr Chalmers is working at Kerang Medical Clinic, owned and operated by Kerang District Health.