MINGLING: Doctors from Mount Isa Base Hospital mingled with Sue Belsham (middle) before dinner. From left, Dr Elizabeth Bailey, Dr James Marckwald, Dr Reza Hayatbakhsh and Dr David Hateley.

ALL SMILES: Emergency department and intensive care doctors took time out of the festivities for a quick photo. From Left, Dr Raja Sengupta, Dr Joyita Bhattachasya, Dr Ruchi Bedi, Dr Anna Dargan and Dr Kate Drinkwater.

CUTE COUPLE: Doctor-to-be Avril Johnston and boyfriend Dr Chris Garland.

CATCHING UP: North West Hospital and Health Services Board chairman Paul Woodhouse, Medical Services director Dr Greg Coffey, North West Hospital and Health Services chief executive Sue Belsham, Medical Administration manager Mel Onysko, Sandra McGrady and Margaret Wooodhouse caught up for a chat at the welcoming party.

ENJOYING COMPANY: Laurence and Dr Fraun Flerchinger enjoy each other's company at the party.

DRINKS AT SUNSET: Party host Dr Ulrich Orda with guests Dr Chris King and Mount Isa Mayor Tony McGrady.