Sense of Place:
Embracing local knowledge
16th National Conference
for Rural and Remote Allied Health
9 - 11 November 2026
Coffs Harbour NSW
KEYNOTE
SPEECHES
SARRAH 2026 will bring together national and international health leaders with a shared vision for the future of rural and remote allied health.
Hear about the work these leaders are doing to improve access to healthcare for rural and remote communities.
PANEL
DISCUSSIONS
Our panellists will discuss current and emerging issues and priorities for rural and remote healthcare, opportunities for collaboration, scaling and spreading local/regional solutions, defining priorities for action and practical strategies that audience members and SARRAH can progress.
ORAL
PRESENTATIONS
Hear presentations of significant impact and importance for rural and remote allied health.
This is a great opportunity to share resources, form collaborations and identify contacts and colleagues doing similar work.
MEET THE
SPEAKERS
The Hon. Emma McBride, MP
Assistant Minister,
Rural & Regional Health
Adj Prof Nicole Turner
NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year 2026
Assoc Prof Geoff Argus
Deputy National Rural Health Commissioner, Allied Health
MEET THE
SPEAKERS
The Hon. Pat Conaghan MP
Shadow Assistant Treasurer
Federal Member for Cowper
Andrew Davison
NSW Chief Allied Health Officer
Dr Jane George
Rural Health Workforce Strategist
Pacific Bay Resort,
Coffs Harbour NSW
Cnr Pacific Hwy and Bay Drive
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Reception and Reservations
stay@pacificbayresort.com.au
(02) 6659 7000 (Dial 1)
PURCHASE
YOUR TICKET
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN!
Early bird discounts are available until 13 July 2026!
Note, the Mildura conference in 2024 sold out more than a month ahead.
move quickly to secure your spot!
*please note You will BE ASKED to CREATE an account with oxford abstracts in order to register
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