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I've been a GP for 42 years and a supervisor for 30. Almost by accident, I decided to go for a walk with our registrars around the parks, playgrounds and beaches in our locality. I had a hidden agenda of enticing our registrars to make a home in the area, but we also found it a great way to discuss a myriad of cases, problems and curiosities. We found that the registrar verbalising the case often found their own answers.  

We found a rhythm on the walk and I've since learned this is a type of mindfulness. Not surprisingly, after the environmental therapy, exercise and mindfulness we returned for the afternoon enthusiastic for the next patient. 

We have tried a host of training methods over the years; games, videos, reflections, role plays and questioners, but none have been more productive or as enjoyable than the walk and talk. I can't believe it took me 30 years to discover it! 

Associate Professor Ian Charlton MD MBBS MRCGP  
Supervisor Liaison Officer, NSW 

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Placement applications open 28 April

A reminder that 2025.2 placement applications are opening on Monday 28 April. You will receive notification of your training caps by Monday 14 April - please reach out to your training coordinator if you have any questions about this. 

From 28 April you can commence interviewing registrars, but no offers can be made until Monday 5 May. 

Submit your claims via the TMS

From Monday 7 April, eligible supervisors will submit new supervisor professional development claims and supervisor professional development travel expenses claims via the training management system (TMS).   

This will streamline the process of claiming and tracking eligible expenses as per the Flexible Funds Policy. Please ensure you enter your bank details in TMS under My Details.  

Please contact your training coordinator if you have any questions. 

New clinical resources to guide your teaching

The full suite of the Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH) resources is now available to all AGPT registrars and supervisors.    

 You now have access to:   

• AMH Online
• AMH Aged-care Companion
• ​AMH Children’s Dosing Companion  

You can access these resources in Quick Links and Subscriptions using your regular training management system login. You don’t need a separate login or password, it’s a one-stop shop! 

Medical educator opportunities

Help set the benchmark for national GP training with a career in medical education in the Practice Experience Program (PEP) Specialist. A range of opportunities are available to suit your clinical work, with flexible working arrangements and part-time hours.    

Successful applicants will receive support and upskilling to provide mentorship and educational support to registrars in the PEP Specialist stream.  

Practice Owners Conference 2025

Join us at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 24–25 May to connect with like-minded practice owners and industry leaders as we shape the future of general practice. 

Over two days, you’ll immerse yourself in hands-on workshops and panel discussions, exploring topics like multidisciplinary team models, environmental standards, clinical governance and blended funding models.

Plus, hear from our first keynote speakers: 

• Dr Stephen Duckett AM  – renowned economist, Honorary Enterprise Professor and prominent health sector leader. 

• Sally Auld – experienced economic and financial markets professional and Incoming Group Chief Economist at NAB. 

Register today to secure your early bird spot and stay tuned for the full 2025 program. 

Exam preparation support for registrars

You can help your registrar prepare for the Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) and Key Feature Problem (KFP) exams by directing them to the latest resource on gplearning:  

• Exam Support Online (ESO) modules explain the AKT and KFP exam formats and walk through example questions. 

• Exam Support Program (ESP) modules explain exam techniques, study tips and help registrars develop a learning plan. 

• Self-Assessment Progress Tests (SAPTs) contain practice exam questions to help registrars assess their clinical reasoning skills and identify learning needs. 

A reminder that from 2025.2 the KFP exam format has been updated to remove handwritten responses. Find out more by visiting our website.  

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