13 Feb 2026
$61 Million Paid to Practices in First BBPIP Round
Almost 3,000 general practices have shared more than $61 million in the first Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) payments.
13 Feb 2026
Closing the Gap: Some Progress, But Many Targets Behind
The Closing the Gap 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Plan shows mixed results.
12 Feb 2026
Sepsis Can Strike Suddenly – Kevin’s Story
More than 84,000 Australians get sepsis every year, and over 12,000 people die from it. Yet many Australians still don’t know what sepsis is or how serious it can be.
12 Feb 2026
World-First Guide for MDMA Treatment of PTSD Released
A new clinical guide for using MDMA (also known as ecstasy) with psychotherapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been released for GPs and other health professionals.
12 Feb 2026
Giving Back to General Practice Through Mentoring
The New South Wales GP is part of the RACGP’s Fellow Support Service, a program that offers guidance, mentoring, and education to doctors dealing with practice-related challenges after Fellowship.
12 Feb 2026
DVA Increases GP Payments for Veterans’ Claims Work
GPs will now be paid more for their work on veterans’ compensation claims, with fees for consultations and medical reports set to rise under new DVA reforms.
12 Feb 2026
New Medicines and Vaccines Under Review by PBAC
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) has published its latest meeting agenda, outlining which medicines and vaccines are being considered for listing or changes under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
12 Feb 2026
Victoria Strengthens Support for Women Affected by FGM/C
Victoria is continuing its efforts to support women and girls affected by female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), as part of International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM on 6 February.
12 Feb 2026
RACGP Events: Celebrate Women, Men’s Health, Digital Innovation and GP Workforce
The RACGP is inviting members to join a series of events and initiatives to celebrate women in general practice, focus on men’s health, explore digital health, and strengthen the GP workforce.
11 Feb 2026
NSW GPs to Start ADHD Diagnosis Training in March
From March, GPs in New South Wales can begin training that will allow them to diagnose ADHD and start prescribing medication.