It was a 1200-strong showing of delegates, speakers and exhibitors at this year’s South GPCME in Christchurch from 15 to 18 August at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. Health minister Shane Reti and former prime minister Sir Bill English graced the stage, while New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa editor Barbara Fountain and reporters Martin Johnston and Fiona Cassie were on hand to take in the sessions, chat to delegates and catch up on the primary care gossip at the Friday night’s welcome drinks.