RDN offers eligible* applicants access to grants to help offset costs when moving to, and working in, rural communities.

Grants available include:

Site visits

Up to $3,000 is available to primary health care professionals for a site visit to practices in rural NSW locations where there is a mutual interest in a placement.

Relocation

Up to $5,000 is available to primary health care professionals relocating to rural NSW locations. Successful applicants must commit to a minimum of 12 months at the new location.

Practitioner health and wellbeing

In exceptional circumstances, RDN can assist in facilitating tailored support for a practitioner and their family. Please contact us to discuss.

Practice sustainability

The sustainability of rural general and allied health practice is dependent on a well trained administration and support staff. Through targeted initiatives, RDN can provide support to enhance the sustainability of the primary health care practice. To find out more about upcoming initiatives to support and enhance practices, sign up to receive the Practice Made Perfect newsletter.

Please note, funding may vary based on fund availability at the time of application.

* Eligibility criteria applies to each grant and should be reviewed prior to submitting an application. Information about eligibility is available by contacting the RDN Workforce Development team.