This palliative care study tour takes place before the 2025 Oceanic Palliative Care Conference in Brisbane (10 - 12 September). The tour finishes in Brisbane on 8 September, with a one-off study day, run by Palliative Care Queensland on 9 September, with a focus on paediatric palliative care.
Led by Louise O’Neill, CEO Palliative Care Queensland, the tour travels from Cairns, explores the ancient Daintree Rainforest - where reef meets forest - before traveling by train to Townsville. Take the ferry to Magnetic Island for a day tour before embarking on the iconic Spirit of Queensland sleeper train overnight to Noosa. Explore the lovely Sunshine Coast, including the original Eumundi Markets, and take part in a foodie tasting tour before driving to Brisbane.
In addition to the many local scenic and cultural opportunities this tour provides, you will also be provided with extensive insights into how palliative care services are delivered in Queensland, from large regional centres to how delivery occurs in remote locations both on the mainland and in the Torres Strait Islands. This will include guest speakers at tour dinners drawn from Palliative Care specialists and other health professionals; visits to regional palliative care services; hearing firsthand how models of palliative care might differ, and how Voluntary Assisted Dying is supported in these communities.
Finally, you will experience Australia’s first wish fulfilment program for people nearing the end of their lives – Ambulance Wish Queensland – as you travel through two of the program’s hubs and meet with paramedic and community volunteers, as well as clinical partners.
Explore the dramatically beautiful landscapes of Queensland from Townsville and the Daintree Forest, Magnetic Island, by overnight sleeper to Noosa and the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane.
Spend a night on the iconic Spirit of Queensland train as you travel through some of the state's most spectacular scenery.
Meet with local palliative care teams in Cairns, Townsville, Noosa and en route to Brisbane and learn about their inspiring work.
Taste local produce on a food tour, visit local markets and experience Queensland lifestyle.
Some walking between destinations, more time spent standing, and increased travel distances. Requires a reasonable level of fitness.
If you have some questions about this particular tour, you can contact the Jon Baines Tours team by phone or email.
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