Budds Mentorship Program

14/01/2026

If you are a doctor who has lived and worked in rural or remote WA for at least 12 months, please share your experience of accessing healthcare for yourself and your family with our researchers.

We know that rural health workforce shortages and high rates of staff turnover are exacerbated by doctors becoming unwell, burnt out, or being unable to access the healthcare they need in their local communities.

Our Healthcare Access for Rural Practitioners (HARP) project team is investigating how WA rural and remote doctors practice self-care and access services to manage their own healthcare and wellbeing, and that of their family.

Ultimately, the team aims to translate findings into activities to improve the health of rural and remote doctors and their communities.

📲 Doctors, please complete this 15-minute confidential online survey: https://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9GoQFrKWAXCpKYe

👥 ️If you would like to describe your experience in more detail, please also register for a face-to-face interview: https://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5cGcUls0VJ4LMmq

The HARP project is approved by the UWA Research Ethics Committee and funded by the RACGP and the Australian Government’s Australian General Practice Training Program.

Survey closes Friday 27 February 2026.

14/01/2026

Managing Depression and Suicidality: GP Peer Group Learning | Various Locations

25/11/2025

Great news, BuDDS! Due to a few extra ticket requests, we’ve reopened registrations until 4:30 PM TODAY!
If you’ve been sitting on the fence (or the green), now’s your chance to roll into a night of bowls, banter, and bragging rights.
✅ Register now via this link: https://BuDDSBowling2025.eventbrite.com.au
⏳ Do it fast before you miss out – the jack won’t wait!
Let’s make this a night to remember – see you on the green!

27/10/2025

Registrations close this Sunday! Don't miss out on a fun EOY event! Register following the QR code or via this link.
https://BuDDSBowling2025.eventbrite.com.auRegistrations

12/06/2025

📢 BIG NEWS, Busso BuDDS! 📢

Mother Nature tried to stop us, but we've got a NEW DATE for our education event!

📅 Tuesday, June 24th!
📍 Busselton (you won't want to miss this!)

Last night's Bunbury event was a HUGE success – and check out this feedback:

"Thank you for a wonderful evening - both fun and informative! I really got a lot out of it and particularly enjoyed how much we were invited to participate and share our own stories/experiences. I’m hoping to put what I learnt into practice as both a current mentor and mentee."

Get ready for an equally brilliant and interactive time in Busselton!

Ready to join? Re-register (or register for the first time!) here:
https://busselton-budds-2025.eventbrite.com.au/

Tag a colleague who needs to be there! 👇

Join us for an interactive multi-modal education evening for mentors and mentees. Dinner and refreshments provided.

26/05/2025

This is going to be a fantastic workshop! Don't miss out, register today!

https://2025-Bunbury-BuDDS-Education.eventbrite.com.au

https://2025-Busselton-BuDDS-Education.eventbrite.com.au

11/03/2025

Let's help our BuDD Rowan raise some money for a great cause!

My name is Rowan, I'm a junior Doctor at Bunbury Hospital. On the 30th of March, I will be riding 130km in the Perth Hills to fundraise for Alzheimer's Research Australia. This is a cause close to my heart with my beautiful Aunt receiving the life-changing diagnosis of early onset dementia last year.

Dementia affects thousands of Australians every year and almost everyone would know someone living with the disease. For my Aunt, she started noticing symptoms at the age of 50 and the diagnosis was an absolute shock to us all. We hope to spend as much time as possible with her and know that the money raised will help patient's and their families enjoy many more quality years together. Alzheimers Research Australia is based right here in Nedlands, Perth and is a worthy recipient of your donation. No matter how large or small, it will go a long way to helping those affected by dementia.
https://perthhillsgranfondo25.grassrootz.com/alzheimer-s-research/rowan-berger?tab=donations

24/02/2025

Time is running out, registrations close on 5 March so get in quick!

Calling all BuDDS members and those curious to learn more! Join us for an afternoon of games, laughter and good vibes at the Bunbury Jetty Baths on Sunday 9 March.
This is a great chance to connect with the BuDDS community. Light supper, refreshments and beach games provided. BYO alcohol.
Don’t miss it!
Register via

12/02/2025

Calling all BuDDS members and those curious to learn more! Join us for an afternoon of games, laughter and good vibes at the Bunbury Jetty Baths on Sunday 9 March.

This is a great chance to connect with the BuDDS community of doctors and health professionals. Light supper, refreshments and beach games provided. BYO alcohol.

Don’t miss it!
Register via https://BuDDSFamilyDay.eventbrite.com.au

31/07/2024

Will we be seeing you at the 17th National Rural Health Conference this September in beautiful Perth? This is a great opportunity to engage with experts and stakeholders in rural health to help shape the future of healthcare in our communities. https://www.ruralhealth.org.au/17nrhc/program/

29/07/2024

How exciting! RACGP's Early Career GP Conference will be held in Busselton this year. With a magical location and a fantastic conference program, it promises to be an unforgettable event. Notably, our own Kayla Mizzi is featured on the program, making this conference one you definitely don't want to miss!

Transitioning from a GP in training to an independent, Fellowed GP is a major career and life milestone.

So, join us in Busselton, WA, from 24–25 August for our Early Career GP Conference to set yourself up for success.

This two-day event will help you navigate the first five years post Fellowship and explore important topics from mastering the art of consulting to managing uncertainty.

Don’t miss out – register now!

https://bit.ly/3SmDcLN

23/07/2024

How cute is our future Budd?! Dr Kayla Mizzi's son Sam is excited to see his Mum present at a SWHPN event tomorrow on Adolescent Health at SJOG Bunbury. Register by emailing june.foulds@swhpn.com.au