04 Jun 2026
Medicare Bulk Billing Paperwork Set to Go Digital Under AoB Changes
Changes to Medicare Assignment of Benefit (AoB) processes will begin from 1 July 2026, affecting how bulk billed services are recorded and managed across general practice.
04 Jun 2026
AMA NSW Farewells Long-Serving CEO After 28 Years of Service
The AMA NSW has announced the retirement of Chief Executive Officer Fiona Davies, marking the end of a 28-year career with the organisation.
04 Jun 2026
New National Clinical Governance Model Strengthens Focus on Psychosocial Safety
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has introduced an updated National Model for Clinical Governance, replacing the 2017 version.
04 Jun 2026
GP Funding Model Under Pressure as Clinics Serving Vulnerable Patients Struggle to Stay Open
A new review has raised concerns that Medicare funding is not keeping up with the cost of running general practice clinics that care for vulnerable Australians, with some services becoming financially unviable.
04 Jun 2026
RACGP Members Invited to Help Shape College Governance Changes
RACGP members are being encouraged to have their say on proposed governance changes that could help guide the future direction of the college ahead of the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
04 Jun 2026
Common Sleep Drug May Reduce Alertness and Increase Safety Risks, Study Warns
Doctors are being warned about the risks of using quetiapine (Seroquel) for sleep problems after new Australian research found it may significantly reduce alertness the next day.
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.
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
GP Remains a Top Choice for Final Year Medical Students in Australia
General practice continues to be one of the most popular career choices for final year medical students in Australia, according to new national survey results.
03 Jun 2026
Government Review Finds Governance and Funding Challenges in cohealth GP Services
The Australian and Victorian Governments have completed an independent review into cohealth’s general practice and related services following earlier plans to close clinics in Collingwood, Fitzroy and Kensington.