Meet our Partners
PLATINUM PARTNER
The 16th National Conference for Rural and Remote Allied Health is proudly supported by Queensland Health
GOLD PARTNER
Flinders University is a leader in rural and remote allied health education and training, with a commitment to responsive, flexible programs that meet community and workforce needs.
Guided by our vision to change 10 million lives for the better by 2035, Flinders is driven by integrity, courage, innovation, and excellence. Through deep industry partnerships, equitable access to high-quality education, and research with tangible community impact, Flinders is here for good.
Flinders University is proud to partner with Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health and support the National Conference for Rural and Remote Allied Health in Coffs Harbour.
Welcome Reception Partner
Healthy North Coast (HNC) is a primary health network working to improve health outcomes and reduce inequity across regional, rural and remote communities on the NSW North Coast. HNC partners with general practice, Local Health Districts, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and community providers to design and commission services that respond to local need.
HNC supports a strong and sustainable primary care workforce and delivers programs that improve access and outcomes for priority populations, including older people, people with complex and chronic conditions, and those experiencing barriers to care. Recent work has strengthened access to primary and allied health services, supported workforce development and retention, and expanded integrated, multidisciplinary models of care. Through collaboration, innovation and place-based approaches, HNC works to achieve more connected, person-centred care across the region.
SILVER PARTNER
NT Health is responsible for the delivery of public health services across the Northern Territory (NT), working in partnership with the community, Aboriginal health organisations and stakeholders to deliver better health outcomes for all Territorians.
Allied health services within NT Health provide the full spectrum of healthcare including acute care, primary health care, trauma management, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, disaster response, health promotion, clinical planning, research and policy.
Our dedicated workforce provides culturally safe and responsive patient-centred care to NT residents across their lifespan in urban and remote settings.
KEYNOTE PARTNER
The University Centre for Rural Health Northern Rivers (UCRH) is a vibrant academic hub based in the Northern Rivers of NSW. We believe in health equity for rural communities and work collaboratively to promote health and wellbeing for all people across rural and regional Australia.
We support the rural health workforce through continuing professional development, training, and resources, including our state-of-the-art Simulation Centre and the Northern NSW Regional Training Hub. We also host the WellMob project, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals.
UCRH is a trusted partner, a respected educator, and a committed advocate for rural health. We are proud to be part of the Northern Rivers community and to play a role in shaping a healthier future for rural Australia.
KEYNOTE PARTNER
From our very beginning, we have been a University to challenge convention. Emerging from the richly-diverse regions of the Northern Rivers, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast we have grown to now connect with more than 75,000 alumni around the globe. We are proud of our regions, of the opportunities we give to students who might be the first in generations to attend university and to the growing number of Indigenous students who choose Southern Cross.
We hold true to the values of excellence, boldness, trust and accountability. Threading through the entire Southern Cross experience is a deep sense of caring – for each other, for our communities, for our planet and for our futures.
KEYNOTE PARTNER
The University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health (UONDRH) is committed to building a strong and sustainable rural health workforce across New South Wales. We work in partnership with communities, health services and education providers to create opportunities for students and health professionals to live, learn and work in rural settings.
Through student placements, interprofessional education, research, workforce development initiatives and authentic engagement across all our communities, UONDRH supports the growth and retention of skilled health professionals across the diverse rural and regional communities of the Mid North Coast and New England regions. In doing so, we contribute to improved health outcomes for rural, regional and remote communities. Our programs also foster meaningful connections between learners, practitioners and communities while promoting culturally safe and responsive healthcare.
We are passionate about inspiring the next generation of rural health professionals and creating pathways that enable allied health, nursing, midwifery and medical practitioners to build rewarding careers in rural communities.
COFFEE CART
Indigenous Allied Health Australia is a national, member-based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander allied health organisation. IAHA leads sector workforce development and support to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
IAHA supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander allied health students and graduates, value-adding to existing professional development educational and cultural support structures. IAHA also supports the broader allied health workforce and its associate membership of individuals and organisations with expertise, interest and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.
NAMETAG PARTNER
The Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) is the peak professional body representing chiropractors across Australia. With more than 3,000 members nationwide, the ACA provides a strong, unified voice for the chiropractic profession.
Through leadership, advocacy, research, education, public engagement and member support, the ACA works to advance the profession and strengthen its contribution to Australia’s healthcare system. The Association is committed to supporting chiropractors at every stage of their careers, promoting evidence-informed practice and helping build a sustainable chiropractic workforce that contributes to better health outcomes for communities across Australia, including those in regional, rural and remote areas.
EXHIBITORS
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The 16th National Conference for Rural and Remote Allied Health is the premier national gathering dedicated to strengthening allied health services in rural and remote Australia.
The 2026 conference invites participants to explore how local identities, cultures, environments, and community knowledge shape the delivery of accessible, culturally safe, and sustainable allied health care across rural and remote regions.
Supporting this conference means investing in a future where all Australians—regardless of where they live—can access high‑quality, locally informed allied health services.
What Your Support Makes Possible
By partnering with Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health (SARRAH), sponsors help:
- Advance equitable health outcomes for people living in rural and remote communities, including First Nations communities.
- Strengthen a nationally connected allied health workforce, enhancing access to essential services.
- Amplify place‑based knowledge and culturally safe practices, ensuring health care reflects local contexts and community wisdom.
- Showcase innovation in rural and remote health service delivery and workforce development.
PURCHASE
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