The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.

Flexible Approach to Training in Expanded Settings (FATES)

The Flexible Approach to Training in Expanded Settings (FATES) program funds non-general practitioner specialist medical training activities. It aims to improve distribution and supply of specialist medical training in regional, rural and remote areas of Australia.

About FATES

Learn about the FATES program and who can apply.

Apply for funding

Find out how to apply for funding through FATES.

Projects funded through FATES

See the projects we support through each funding round.

FATES Round 4

We have assessed FATES round 4 and are in the process of generating the grant agreements. Once we have executed the agreements, we will advise colleges on the successful projects. The Australian Government is now operating in accordance with the caretaker conventions pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election. This may affect the FATES round 4 grants process.

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