Training regions
Explore the provincial training regions where you can undertake your GP or rural hospital training journey
Marlborough
With beaches, vineyards and mountains, there are endless opportunities to explore, experience and excite.
Explore Marlborough
Northland
Known as ‘the winterless North’ for its climate, Northland’s sandy beaches, great fishing and scenic location.
Explore Northland
Gisborne
Gisborne is famous for its beautiful coastline, densely forested mountain parks, surfing, and fishing.
Explore Gisborne
Southland
Southlanders love the gardens, beaches and trails in their backyard, and a short drive to the slopes in the winter.
Explore Southland
West Coast
West Coasters enjoy a rural or semi-rural lifestyle while still enjoying access to a good range of amenities.
Explore West Coast
Taranaki
Taranaki combines great outdoor adventure opportunities with an active arts and cultural scene.
Explore Taranaki
Bay of Plenty
The Bay of Plenty is famed for its lifestyle and climate with outdoor activities being enjoyed year-round.
Explore Bay of Plenty
Specialise as a GP
General Practice Education Programme
The application period for new applications to the 2026 General Practice Education Programme has now closed. Applications will open again in Febraury 2026.
Specialise as a rural hospital doctor
Rural Hospital Medicine Training programme
Applications for the Rural Hospital Medicine Training Programme are currently open until 12.00pm on Monday 12 May 2025.