10th Rural and Remote Health Scientific Symposium
2025-10-08 - 2025-10-09 | Alice Springs Convention Centre, 93 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870
The 10th Rural and Remote Health Scientific Symposium is brought to you by the National Rural Health Alliance (NRHA) in association with the Australian Rural Health Education Network (ARHEN) and the Federation of Rural Australian Medical Educators(FRAME).
It will bring together the rural and remote health research sector with policymakers and others in the government and non-government sectors to shape the future of rural and remote health research.

The theme of the symposium is ‘Research from the heart – shaping rural & remote health futures’.

The Symposium will be held at the Alice Springs Convention Centre on the 8–9 October 2025 and will offer the opportunity for general presentations; high quality keynote speakers; concurrent and poster sessions.

Grant Writing: How to prepare a winning application
2025-10-09 13:00 - 15:30 (Australia/Darwin) | Rirratjingu Business Centre, 30 Arnhem Road, Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory, 0880, Australia
This practical workshop is designed for Aboriginal Corporations, local governments, peak bodies, and community organisations wanting to secure funding for key projects.
Whether you’re preparing an infrastructure, economic development or community initiative, this session will help you get ‘grant ready’ with the tools and knowledge to plan and write a strong, evidence-based submission.
This session is a great starting point for anyone keen to build confidence in project planning and navigating funding opportunities.
Session format:
Interactive Workshop – Practical Tools and Group Learning
Participants will:

Identify and review suitable grant opportunities
Learn what makes a strong funding proposal
Explore how to align projects with funding priorities
Work through tips for writing clear, compelling responses to criteria
Understand strategies for collecting supporting evidence and data

Q&A and peer learning opportunities will be embedded throughout the session.
Who should attend:

Aboriginal Corporations and peak bodies with upcoming projects
Local councils preparing proposals
Community organisations seeking funding for mid to large-scale initiatives

Note: This session may not be suitable for one-off small grant applications.
Key takeaways:

Clear understanding of what funders look for
Practical strategies to strengthen proposals
Tools to plan projects effectively and support them with strong evidence
Resources to help you continue your grant-writing journey

Facilitator:
Sally Clayton – Mint Key Pty Ltd

State of the Regions
2025-11-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Charles Darwin University, Education and Community Precinct, 54 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, 0800, Australia
Presented by Regional Development Australia NT in partnership with .id (Informed Decisions), this session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest economic, demographic, and workforce trends across the Northern Territory.
The presentation will explore:

Regional economic trends shaping the Territory and broader national context

Population changes, including migration patterns, workforce participation, and emerging demographic shifts

Industry performance and regional strengths across key sectors such as construction, healthcare, and tourism

Housing and infrastructure pressures influencing community development and investment priorities
Liveability and community sentiment, including access to housing, services, and local opportunities

This presentation will highlight key drivers of growth, resilience, and opportunity in Northern Territory communities, providing evidence-based insights to support regional collaboration and future planning.
Who should attend:
Local government, planners, economic development professionals, and community organisations interested in data-driven decision-making.
Facilitated by Greg Bowden from .id (Informed Decisions).

Using local data to support planning, funding and policy decisions
2025-11-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Charles Darwin University, Education and Community Precinct, 54 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, 0800, Australia
Including reliable data is crucial to supporting effective planning and decision-making, but where can you find it, and what are the best ways to include it in your proposals?
This practical in-person training session will introduce participants to .id’s suite of demographic and economic tools designed to help communities and councils make evidence-based decisions.
You’ll learn how to:

Access data on population, employment, industries, business activity and economic output

Model potential economic impacts of projects and events
Identify regional strengths, challenges, and opportunities

Who should attend:
Local government, community organisations, regional planners, and anyone working on regional or funding projects.
Facilitated by Greg Bowden from .id (Informed Decisions).

Using local data to support planning, funding and policy decisions
2025-11-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Central Australia Development Office (CADO), 55 Todd Mall, Alice Springs, NT, 0870, Australia

Webinar: State of the Region
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Teams

Webinar: Using local data to support planning, funding and policy decisions
2025-12-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Online via Teams
