QLD Rural Health Innovation & Research Collab

Reminder: Our systems thinking seminar with Jefferson Rajah is next Tuesday! 📅 24 March 🕙10–11 am 📍 Jeff Prebble, Toowoomba Base Hospital Learn how dynamic modelling can strengthen clinical decision‑making and research translation. Register via eventbrite.com.au/e/198225619463…

Don't forget to register for our upcoming Grant Writing Workshop! Are you planning to submit a grant application to theToowoomba Hospital Foundation? Join us for an online workshop designed to help you write a successful application with confidence! qrhirc.com/events

nterested in research in rural health? Our partners at UQ Rural Clinical School are hosting a Research Meet & Greet in Toowoomba (26 Feb 2026, 5.30–7.30pm). Connect with local researchers, explore opportunities, and network with peers. Details in the flyer

Don't miss this seminar delving into how the complexity of a health system can be better understood🙌 To learn more or register visit qrhirc.com/events

Coming in 2026: QRHIRC’s Intensive Research Training Program (June–Nov). Designed for health staff wanting to build research skills, work with mentors & progress an ethics application. EOIs not yet open, but start thinking now😃 Learn more: qrhirc.com

Calling all @darlingdownshhs staff! Want to write a strong THF grant application? Join our hybrid workshop with expert presenters to walk you through the process, tips & practical advice — ideal if you’re planning to submit a THF research or project grant qrhirc.com/events

Are you planning health research with partners in regional QLD? Did you know we have the tools it make it easier! QRHIRC has a Collaborative Research Agreement (CRA) Template + Guidelines to support your governance process and streamline collaboration 👉 qrhirc.com/research-prior…

📌 A future round of our Intensive Research Training Program (IRTP) is planned for 2026. If you’re interested, keep an eye on our channels or contact qrhirc@health.qld.gov.au #QRHIRC #RuralHealth #HealthResearch

Happy New Year from QRHIRC We’re proud to be featured in Partyline’s latest article on building rural research capability highlighting how rural health workers are leading locally relevant research with real community impact 🔗 ruralhealth.org.au/partyline/grow…

Interested in presenting? Get in touch for details. Presentations are only open to DDH staff

Save the date! The 2026 @darlingdownshhs Research & QI Showcase is happening 21 April at Toowoomba Hospital + online. Featuring DDH-led projects & DDH presenters. Scan the QR code to register to attend. #QRHIRC #HealthResearch #ReadySetResearch #DarlingDownsHealth

Rural health means: • Making a tangible impact in your community • Building diverse skills, fast • Forming deep connections — with people and place

Thinking about where to start your health career? 🌿 Think rural — think big impact! Check out ausmed.com.au/graduates/arti… — a local practitioner’s take on why rural health is about purpose, community and making a real difference.

Great news... We’ve secured funding for two projects to deliver critical health programs in the Darling Downs! @DDHIRC 👏

With support from QRHIRC, a collaboration between @unisqaus and @darlingdownshhs is shining a light on the incredible work of aged care nurses—and inspiring future nurses to follow in their footsteps

5⃣ Strong Reputation respected pharmacies attract more candidates

🚑 A @UQ_CHSR, @unisqaus & @SQRuralhealth research team—funded by #QRHIRC—has tackled the pharmacist shortage in the Darling Downs. Their study uncovered what really drives recruitment & retention in rural communities. Here’s what they found 👇 #RuralHealth #PharmacyWorkforce

4⃣ Peer Cooperation teamwork across pharmacies and health services strengthens integration

3⃣ Financial income Financial compensation and security

2⃣ Practice autonomy – pharmacists are empowered to direct their own day to day practice