19 Feb 2026
AMA Welcomes Health Star Rating Reform
The Health Star Rating system is moving closer to becoming mandatory after food ministers asked FSANZ to prepare for the change.
19 Feb 2026
Changes to Diagnostic Imaging Reports in My Health Record
From March 2026, Australians will be able to view limb (arms and legs) X‑ray reports in My Health Record immediately after they are uploaded.
19 Feb 2026
Report Urges Caution on Expanding Prescribing Rights
A new report from the Australian Centre for Disease Control (ACDC) warns that careful consideration is needed before expanding who can prescribe antibiotics. The report also calls for stronger education, training, and stewardship practices in Australia.
19 Feb 2026
Much of a GP’s Work Goes Unseen and Unpaid
A new study shows that almost a third of a GP’s work happens outside of patient consultations – but much of this important work is invisible in data and doesn’t get funded.
19 Feb 2026
Get Involved: GP Research and Health Events
The RACGP is inviting GPs to take part in research projects and health events across Australia. Members can submit their own research, help with ongoing studies, and register for upcoming conferences.
19 Feb 2026
Police Open to Changes on GP Health Checks for Recruits
Victoria Police could soon change how GPs are involved in assessing potential recruits after the RACGP raised concerns about the process.
19 Feb 2026
Large Study Finds Hormone Therapy Safe for Women, But Experts Warn to Read Carefully
A major study of nearly 900,000 women in Denmark has found that menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) does not raise the risk of death. However, experts say the results need to be understood carefully, because some important factors were not considered.
18 Feb 2026
Mighty Hoopla joins NSW drug checking trial
Mighty Hoopla will be the final festival in the NSW drug checking trial, taking place on 21 February at Bondi Beach.
18 Feb 2026
Abdominal Wall Hernias: A Surgeon’s Advice for GPs
By Dr Rod Jacobs, Australia and New Zealand Hernia Society Abdominal wall hernias are among the most common conditions surgeons treat, with more than 60,000 repairs performed each year in Australia’s private system.
18 Feb 2026
RACGP confirms registrar placements not based on bulk-billing
The RACGP has clarified that GP registrar placements are based on community need, registrar choice, and training quality, not whether a practice bulk-bills