UTAS Rural Clinical School

03/09/2026

🏠 More students living, studying and building their future in Burnie!

The former Wellers Inn is being transformed into dedicated accommodation for around 25 health students from Semester 1 next year, backed by $2.2 million from the Federal Government Anne Urquhart MP.

For students like fifth-year medical student Ty Cunningham, it means fewer housing barriers and the chance to study closer to family.

More students calling Burnie home means more young people in our city, more vibrancy and hopefully more graduates choosing to build their careers right here on the North-West Coast.

https://www.theadvocate.com.au/story/9342640/government-gives-22m-to-university-revamp-of-wellers-inn/
Photo David Bellamy The Advocate newspaper

02/09/2026

🎉 A fantastic day of learning and fun at Boat Harbour Primary School!

Our fourth-year medical students enjoyed sharing interactive activities with Grade 6 students, exploring topics such as heart health, sleep and how the brain works. A big thank you to James, Tyler and Alex. 🫀💤🧠

Thank you also to the school for such a warm welcome!

26/08/2026

📣 RCS Students📣
📋 Registrations are now OPEN for the:
👟 Strait Link Burnie Ten
📆 Sunday 25 October 2026
🏃 5km & 10km events
📧 Check your UTAS student email for details on how to register for FREE! 🎉

STRAIT LINK BURNIE 10 ENTRIES ARE OPEN!

It’s go time! Entries are officially LIVE and we couldn’t be more excited.

Whether you’re chasing a PB, taking on your first race, or bringing the whole family along - there’s an event for everyone:

- Strait Link Burnie 10
- Elphinstone Group 5km
- Liv Eat Kid’s 800m Dash

Lock in our SUPER Early Bird pricing before June 17 and secure your spot on the start line.

Don’t wait! Enter now: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/119100/strait-link-burnie-10

25/08/2026

🩺Earlier this year, fourth year RCS student, Ilar was awarded the Rotary Club of Burnie Scholarship in Rural Medicine for 2026/27, recognising his dedication to a future career in rural medicine and supporting his ongoing studies.

⭐️Thank you to the Rotary Club of Burnie for their ongoing support of our medical students and their investment in the future rural health workforce.

What a wonderful night of fellowship, connection and inspiration at the Rotary Club of Burnie! 💙💛

It was fantastic to welcome our wonderful guests and members and enjoy an evening filled with great conversation, friendship and the opportunity to hear about the difference Rotary is making in our community.

A special highlight of the evening was welcoming Ilar Flynn, our Medical Student Scholarship recipient, who shared a wonderful presentation about his journey to study medicine in Burnie. 👨‍⚕️

It was inspiring to hear about Ilar’s experiences, achievements and aspirations, and to see the impact that supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals can have right here in our region.

We are incredibly proud to support Ilar on his journey and wish him every success as he continues his medical studies.

This is what Rotary is all about — people coming together, supporting one another and creating lasting impact. 💙💛

Thank you to all our guests and members who helped make it such a wonderful evening. Together, we are People of Action! 🤝

Rotary Club of Burnie
Rotary Tasmania
Rotary International
UTAS Rural Clinical School

23/08/2026

👟 It was wonderful to see so many RCS students taking part in and supporting the Light Night Glow Run & walk Devonport on Saturday night! Well done everyone! 🎆

🌟 A big congratulations also to Everyday Lions Events for bringing the community together and creating such a fantastic event.

18/08/2026

A huge congratulations to the Surf Life Saving Tasmania Flood Rescue Team on this incredible and well-deserved recognition.

A special mention to Joshua, Rhys and Oli (RCS alumni) for their outstanding contribution and service.

Congratulations to everyone involved! 👏

18/08/2026

🌟🩺A big thank you to everyone who stopped by and spoke with us at the University of Tasmania Open Day in Burnie on Sunday!

It was wonderful to meet so many prospective students, families and community members and to share information about studying medicine on the beautiful North West coast.

A special thank you to our dedicated staff and medical students who gave their time to represent our program, share their experiences and help make the day such a success.

16/08/2026

📣 University of Tasmania Open Day is on TODAY in Burnie!

Come along from 10am–2pm and discover what the University of Tasmania has to offer!

🩺 Interested in studying Medicine?
Our staff and current medical students are there today and ready to chat, answer questions and share their experiences.

📍 Meet us: Room 238 — at the top of the stairs
🎤 Learn more about studying Medicine (presentation): 12:30pm in Room 123 — downstairs, opposite the Campus Cafe

Even if you’re not interested in studying at the University of Tasmania, Open Day is a fantastic family and community day out. Come along, explore the campus, meet people and see what’s happening!

Today | Sunday, 16 August | 10am–2pm | UTAS Cradle Coast Campus, 4-8 Bass Highway, Burnie

We’d love to see you there!

📣University of Tasmania Open Day - Cradle Coast
📆Sunday 16 August
⏰10am–2pm
📍 UTAS Cradle Coast Campus, 4-8 Bass Highway, Burnie

🩺Come meet the Rural Clinical School team - staff and medical students will be there, ready to chat about what it’s like to study Medicine on the beautiful North West coast.

🌐For more information and to register: https://www.utas.edu.au/about/events/open-day

14/08/2026

🏥 The UTAS Rural Clinical School has a teaching opportunity for clinicians.

The RCS is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Medical Education. Make a significant difference in the lives of students and the broader medical community.

Applications close this Sunday, 16 August 2026, 11.55pm.

🔗 Click on the link for more information and to apply.

Looking to become part of a welcoming and collaborative community making a difference for Tasmania and the World? View our current career opportunities here.

13/08/2026

Our Year 2 medical students, Ella and Maisie, had a great time at the Wynyard High School Tasmania Science Fair & Careers Expo this afternoon! This event offered plenty of hands-on STEM activities, interactive exhibits and the chance to meet industry professionals. It was a great opportunity for students to explore, learn and be inspired about future career possibilities.

Thank you to Wynyard High School for hosting this event and to our medical students for being wonderful ambassadors. 🩺🔬💡🌟