Workforce Support for Rural General Practitioners program
The Workforce Support for Rural General Practitioners (WSRGP) program is used to support the newly arrived and existing general practice workforce in rural areas. This includes support for training and professional development, and locum support.
Funding for the program is managed by eligible rural Divisions of General Practice. This recognises the important role that Divisions play in improving health outcomes for communities at the local level. Divisions of General Practice with at least 5% of their population living in rural and remote (RRMA 4-7) areas, are eligible for WSRGP funding.
Key activities that have been funded as part of the WSRGP program include:
- Family support activities (such as orientation of the family to the area, housing and school assistance, social activities, assisting spouses to gain employment and family camps)
- General Practitioner support
- Practice support
- Education activities