Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association

08/12/2025

AIDA is delighted to announce that Dr Peter Malouf (PhD, MPH, AICD) has commenced today as AIDA’s Chief Executive Officer.

Dr Peter is a proud Wakka Wakka and Wuli Wuli descendant from Central Queensland and a highly respected leader across the health sector.

Bringing more than 25 years of experience as a senior health executive and strong cultural leadership, his vision aligns with AIDA’s strategic direction to embed cultural governance, strengthen the Board–Leadership partnership, and deepen Member engagement and impact.

🔗 Read more: https://aida.org.au/media-release/aida-welcomes-dr-peter-malouf-as-our-new-ceo/

04/12/2025

We can't believe it's been a week already since our !

AIDA proudly hosted our annual conference on beautiful Gadigal Country / Sydney, three days filled with learnings and creating new connections.

With over 500 delegates in attendance, we are proud to share that this has been the largest AIDA conference to date, and it was all thanks to you and the purpose we share — to strengthen the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical workforce, from students to specialists, in Australia.

A heartfelt thank you to our Working Group, sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, performers, panellists, abstract presenters and Elders. Together, we evoked sovereignty, honoured Country and nurtured Community.

Relive the highlights: https://vimeo.com/1143326157

See you next year on Whadjuk Country, Perth for !

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03/12/2025

📣 The year is nearly done, but December’s packed with exciting opportunities!

1️⃣ EOI for Aboriginal Medical Officer | NSW Health Workforce
Applications open until 10/12/2025
https://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au/

2️⃣ First Nations PhD scholarship | Flinders University
Applications open until 12/12/2025
https://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships/first-nations-communities-leading-tobacco-endgame--co-design-wit

3️⃣ Hiring new CEO | IGPTN
Applications open until 19/12/2025
https://igptn.org.au/job-ad-for-ceo/

4️⃣ GP Aboriginal Health | Pangula Mannamurna Aboriginal Corporation
Applications open until 31/12/2025
https://pangula.org.au/vacancies/

5️⃣ Various SMO positions | Torres and Cape Hospital & Health
Applications open until 30/06/2026
https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.jobsearch?in_organid=14904

6️⃣ AUSLARC Scholarships | Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia
Applications open until 31/03/2027
https://familyplanningallianceaustralia.org.au/learn/auslarc/

7️⃣ SA Ophthalmology Elective Grants | ANZEF / RANZCO
Applications open until 31/12/2027
https://anzef.org/scholarships/

Does your organisation have an opportunity to share with AIDA? Submit your details ➡️ aida.org.au/members/member-opportunities/

30/11/2025

What an epic way to wrap up the AIDA 2025 Conference! 🤩

The final day was filled with energy, learnings and celebration. From thought-provoking keynotes, to the powerful 🌿 Caring for Country panel and a series of inspiring concurrent sessions that explored cultural healing and clinical skills.

The day ended on a high at Luna Park 🎪 with the Gala Dinner sponsored by DoHDA, where the AIDA Awards and Stethoscopes were presented. It truly was a night to remember, we celebrated our Members, Fellows and graduates with music, laughter and Community spirit.

🪩 A huge thank you to JP Janke for MC'ing the night, and to the incredible performers from Kebi Kub Dance Team and Mi-Kaisha who lit up the stage!

We can’t thank our delegates, partners, members, sponsors and exhibitors enough for making the AIDA 2025 Conference such an extraordinary and memorable time. 💛

See you next year on Whadjuk Country, Perth for the !

29/11/2025

Announcing the 2025 AIDA Award recipients! ✨

The awards were proudly presented tonight on Gadigal Country during the AIDA 2025 Conference Gala Dinner, recognising the outstanding contributions of our members in advancing the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Congratulations to:

🏆 Indigenous Medical Student of the Year – Brianna Ozies
🏆 Indigenous Doctor of the Year – Dr Bekkie Lee, with the award accepted on her behalf by Dr Josie Guyer

29/11/2025

29/11/2025

📸 We love this moment every year when the AIDA Community gathers for a big group photo full of smiles, laughter and memories to carry us through until next time.

💛🖤❤️💙🤍💚

29/11/2025

The AIDA Presidents Breakfast brings together current heads of medical colleges to connect with colleagues and peers in a relaxed setting, while sharing meaningful conversations about our collective work, aspirations, and the future of our medical Community.

Progress doesn’t happen in isolation, it takes the power of partnerships, collective impact, Community driven solutions and an inclusive workforce.

Thank you to everyone who attended.



Australasian College for Emergency Medicine , Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) , ACSEP Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians , Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists , RACGP , RACMA , The Royal Australasian College of Physicians , RANZCO , The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia RCPA, College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand , Royal Australasian College of Surgeons , Royal Aust & NZ College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RANZCOG , The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

28/11/2025

Welcome to Friday's recap of !

Fellows and JMOs enjoyed breakfast at the Gather and Grow event which is part of our new Growing our Fellows program, where they connected with college representatives early in the day.

From there, the energy only grew. 💫 From Acting President, Dr Olivia O'Donoghue's address, to a meaningful Welcome to Country by Aunty Calita Murray and the performance by Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dancers, the day started off just right!

Thank you to Mililma May for her engaging keynote, and to all the panelists and facilitators, and those who participated with a poster presentation.

💛 We hope all delegates enjoyed the vibrant artwork adorning the venue by Will Towney, our 2025 Conference Artist, which beautifully captures this year’s theme.

27/11/2025

✨ launched yesterday with an exclusive Member’s Day filled with connection and pride in the purpose that brings us together: to strengthen the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical workforce from students to specialists. ❤️🖤💛💙💚🤍

From Dr Daniel Hunt’s insightful keynote 🔬, to the Members Forum, yarning circles and storytelling sessions 🧶, the day set the tone for a great Conference program ahead.

The evening closed with the Welcome Reception, and a beautiful performance by and .amjack, reconnections and new learnings were made on Gadigal Country.

💡 We can’t wait to see you today for the official Day 1️⃣ of the AIDA 2025 Conference. Remember to visit the AIDA Booth, where Board Members are yarning about our draft Strategic Plan.

27/11/2025

We're officially kicking off the with an exclusive AIDA Members Day.

💛 Thank you to Uncle Michael West for the Welcome to Country that opened the day celebrating this year's theme, Evoking Sovereignty, Honouring Country, Nurturing Community.

✅ Stay tuned to our photo recaps on Facebook and Instagram, and remember to tag us or use the hashtag to stay connected!

✅ Don't forget to visit the AIDA booth during conference breaks to yarn with our Board Members about our draft Strategic Plan.

26/11/2025

🎉 AIDA hosted Student Night at The Rook Rooftop last night, giving them the chance to connect, share experiences and build Community ahead of the AIDA 2025 Conference on Gadigal Country.

Did you attend? Share your conference journey by tagging us or using the hashtag to stay connected!