07 Aug 2026
Better GP funding needed to improve healthcare for people without stable housing
Australians without secure housing often face greater health challenges but have fewer opportunities to access regular medical care. During Homelessness Week (3–9 August), the RACGP is urging governments to strengthen support for general practice so GPs can provide the time, resources and coordinated care these patients need.
07 Aug 2026
NSW General Practice Priorities Presented to State Leaders
New South Wales general practitioners have used a meeting with state MPs to highlight the changes they believe will improve patient care and strengthen primary healthcare.
06 Aug 2026
Pharmacy Care Program Expands as Victoria Marks 100,000 Patient Visits
More Victorians are choosing their local pharmacy for everyday healthcare, with the state's Chemist Care Now program reaching more than 100,000 patient consultations since it was introduced.
06 Aug 2026
AHPRA Apologises After Email Privacy Error Affects Healthcare Workers
Australia’s health regulator, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), has apologised after a privacy mistake exposed the personal email addresses of healthcare professionals invited to a confidential webinar. The incident has raised concerns about privacy and trust among affected practitioners.
06 Aug 2026
Updoc Data Breach Prompts Cyber Security Reminder for General Practices
Patients using Australian telehealth provider Updoc may have had their contact details exposed following unauthorised access to a third-party system. While no health records or payment information were affected, experts say the incident is a timely reminder for general practices to strengthen their cyber security plans.
06 Aug 2026
GPs Encouraged to Start Palliative Care Conversations Earlier
General practitioners are being encouraged to have earlier conversations about palliative care, with experts highlighting that GPs are well placed to support patients and families throughout serious illnes, not just at the end of life.
06 Aug 2026
Medical Training Survey Opens for Doctors in Training
Doctors in training across Australia are being encouraged to take part in AHPRA’s 2026 Medical Training Survey, with the results helping improve medical education, workplace culture and training standards across the country.
06 Aug 2026
AMA Campaign Highlights Why Medicare Gap Costs Are Increasing
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has launched a new campaign to explain the main reasons behind Medicare gap costs, saying outdated funding and limited investment are placing increasing financial pressure on both patients and healthcare providers.
06 Aug 2026
AMA Raises Patient Safety Concerns Over Pharmacist Prescribing Proposal
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has raised concerns about proposed accreditation standards for pharmacist prescribing education, saying stronger safeguards are needed to protect patient safety before the changes move ahead.
06 Aug 2026
Ahpra Review Identifies Improvements for Notifications Process
Ahpra has released the findings of an internal review of its notifications process, identifying opportunities to improve case management, communication and the handling of vexatious complaints while confirming that most notifications have been managed appropriately.