28 May 2026
Medical training organisations strengthen commitment to culturally safe healthcare
Medical training organisations across Australia are renewing their commitment to improving culturally safe healthcare during National Reconciliation Week 2026.
27 May 2026
New Medicare bulk-billing rules raise concerns for vulnerable patients
New Medicare bulk-billing rules coming into effect on 1 July are raising concerns among GPs, particularly about how they may affect older Australians and other vulnerable patients.
03 Jun 2026
Remote WA GP clinic to close amid rising financial pressure
A bulk-billed general practice in Kalbarri, Western Australia, is set to close on 25 June after ongoing financial pressures made the service unsustainable.
03 Jun 2026
GPs urged to stay alert to medico-legal risks in ADHD prescribing
General practitioners are increasingly involved in diagnosing and treating ADHD in Australia, as prescribing responsibilities expand and treatment demand continues to rise.
03 Jun 2026
NSW pharmacy prescribing trials linked with higher follow-up GP visits
New evaluations of NSW pharmacy prescribing trials for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) and oral contraceptive resupply have found high patient satisfaction, but also raised concerns about follow-up care and clinical effectiveness.
02 Jun 2026
WA after-hours GP clinic secures funding extension after community push
An after-hours GP clinic in Albany, Western Australia, has avoided closure after receiving renewed Federal Government funding following strong advocacy from local doctors and the community.
02 Jun 2026
New clinical guide aims to improve childhood vaccine conversations
A new clinical practice review has outlined a clear, step-by-step approach to help doctors and health professionals talk with parents who are unsure about childhood vaccinations.
01 Jun 2026
High blood pressure control remains a challenge in Australia
New data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) shows that high blood pressure continues to affect millions of Australians, with many people still not meeting recommended blood pressure targets.
01 Jun 2026
New rules for GP SMS messages: sender ID registration deadline approaching
From 1 July 2026, all GPs and medical practices in Australia must register their SMS sender IDs or risk having their messages marked as unverified or spam.
26 May 2026
GP Registrar Says Academic Post Program Changed His Career Direction
A Sydney GP registrar says the RACGP Academic Post Program has completely changed his career plans, encouraging him to move into research and prepare for a future PhD.