01 Jul 2026

Australian Government Invests $15 Million in New Lung Disease Treatment Research

The Australian Government is investing more than $15 million to support the development of a new treatment that could change how chronic lung disease is managed in Australia and around the world.

01 Jul 2026

Queensland Skin Cancer Costs Highlight Need for Stronger Prevention

Skin cancer is placing a major strain on Queensland’s health system, with new research showing thousands of people need treatment every year.

01 Jul 2026

Sublocade to Be Withdrawn from Australia, Raising Concerns for Opioid Treatment

A medication widely used to treat opioid use disorder will be withdrawn from Australia at the end of 2026, prompting concern among GPs and addiction medicine specialists.

01 Jul 2026

RACGP Survey Shows Strong Member Support While Highlighting Areas for Improvement

Most RACGP members say they value the college’s support, education and advocacy, according to the 2025 Member Engagement Survey. While overall satisfaction remains high, members also identified areas where they want stronger support and better communication.

01 Jul 2026

More Women Encouraged to Learn About Menopause and Seek Support Early

Many Australian women go through menopause with little information or support, even though it is a normal part of life.

01 Jul 2026

Free Digital Mental Health Support Now Available Through Medicare Mental Health Check In

Australians experiencing mild mental health challenges can now access free digital support through Medicare Mental Health Check In, a new service designed to provide early help before symptoms become more serious.

01 Jul 2026

RACGP Marks 68 Years of Supporting Australian General Practice

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is celebrating its 68th anniversary on 1 July, marking more than six decades of advancing general practice through education, advocacy, research and professional standards.

30 Jun 2026

Sleep Apnoea May Be Linked to Higher Dementia Risk, Australian Study Finds

A new Australian study suggests that identifying and treating obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) during midlife could help support long-term brain health and may play a role in reducing dementia risk.

30 Jun 2026

Free Mental Health and Community Support Services Available This July

The Mental Health Integration Hub is offering a range of free community support services throughout July 2026, helping adults access mental health advice, practical support and connections to the right services.

30 Jun 2026

Tasmania Health Introduces New SMS Sender ID from 1 July

From 1 July 2026, all text messages sent by the Tasmania Department of Health will display "TASHEALTH" as the official SMS Sender ID, helping people identify genuine messages from the department more easily.