Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research news and events
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Singapore to Rural Victoria: A research journey
At La Trobe Rural Health School, we are nurturing international talent passionate about advancing health research that makes a difference.
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Nourishing Rural Communities: The 2025 JRC Oration
The John Richards Centre for Rural Ageing Research (JRC), part of La Trobe Rural Health School, hosted the 2025 JRC Oration on 8 October at the State Library of Victoria.
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Walking football, a win for rural older adults
A pilot study led by researchers at La Trobe University’s Bendigo campus has shown that walking football - a fun, low-impact version of the traditional game - can play a powerful role in improving health.
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PhD Research Drives AFL Talent Development
Through La Trobe’s Industry PhD program, Lachlan Price is combining cutting-edge sport science research with real-world application.
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New strategy could save lives, limbs, millions
Ambitious new strategy tackles urgent, overlooked health issue.
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La Trobe University and Global Observatory Unite to Tackle Gender Inequality and Violence in Sport
La Trobe University has taken a significant step towards reducing gendered-based violence in sport by partnering with the Global Observatory for Gender Equality and Sport, Switzerland.
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Rural Health Research in Action: La Trobe’s Experts Gather in Bendigo
La Trobe University’s Rural Health School hosted its annual Research Conference in Bendigo on 11 and 12 July, bringing together researchers, students, clinicians, and partners.
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‘Nothing in town other than us’: rural pharmacists
Pharmacists are stepping in as frontline providers of oral healthcare advice in rural Victorian towns without dental practitioners, according to a new study by La Trobe University.
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Violet Vines Marshman Annual Oration 2025 Preview: Rural Health Is Different – and That’s Our Strength
In the lead-up to delivering the Violet Vines Marshman Annual Oration, National Rural Health Commissioner Professor Jenny May has spoken with La Trobe Rural Health School (LRHS) about the future of rural health.
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Empowering Rural Communities: Five New Grants Awarded to Improve Health and Wellbeing
The Violet Vines Marshman Charitable Trust Partnership Funding Scheme
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