09 Sep 2026
Ahpra trials fee deferral for new medical graduates
New medical graduates may soon have more flexibility when paying registration fees, with Ahpra starting a pilot program to reduce the pressure of upfront costs.
28 Aug 2026
New supervised practice rules bring more flexibility for health practitioners
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards have introduced an updated Supervised practice framework and a new online hub to make supervision more flexible while continuing to protect public safety.
31 Aug 2026
Applications open for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Accreditation Committee
Applications are now open for registered Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health practitioners to join the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practice Accreditation Committee.
20 Aug 2026
WA doctor fined after practising while suspended
A Western Australian doctor has been fined $15,000 after continuing to see patients and issue prescriptions while his medical registration was suspended.
19 Aug 2026
Unregistered NSW man fined after presenting himself as a medical practitioner
A NSW man has been fined $3,000 and given an 18-month Community Corrections Order after continuing to present himself as a registered doctor despite no longer being registered to practise medicine.
14 Aug 2026
Ahpra appoints Nicole McCartney to lead Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Unit
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) has appointed Nicole McCartney as the new National Director of its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy Unit (HSU).
13 Aug 2026
Coroner Findings Highlight Important Lessons for Health Practitioners
State coroners may refer findings from inquests to Ahpra or the relevant health profession board when the recommendations may be important for practitioners. These referrals can help health professionals learn from cases and consider how similar risks can be addressed in practice.
03 Aug 2026
2026 Medical Training Survey opens for doctors in training
Doctors in training across Australia are invited to take part in the 2026 Medical Training Survey (MTS), with the annual survey now open. The survey gives trainees an opportunity to share their experiences and help improve medical education, workplace culture, supervision and wellbeing across the country.
23 Jul 2026
AHPRA Speeds Up Action on Racism Complaints and Updates Social Media Guidance
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has released a review showing that social media was linked to almost half of all racism and discrimination complaints made against registered health practitioners. The regulator has also introduced new measures to improve how these complaints are managed.
21 Jul 2026
Court Orders Fake Podiatrist to Complete Sentence Under Community Supervision
A man who provided podiatry services without being qualified will serve his two-year prison sentence under strict community supervision instead of in custody. The decision follows an appeal, with the court recognising the seriousness of the offences while finding that supervised rehabilitation was the more appropriate outcome.