08 Oct 2026
AMA calls for better long-term care for people with severe mental illness
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is calling for urgent changes to mental health services, warning that people living with severe and enduring mental illness are being left without the ongoing support they need.
08 Oct 2026
AMA seeks pathologist feedback on MBS and pathology fees
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has extended its consultation on pathology services to 20 October, giving pathologists and pathology administration teams more time to share their experiences with Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) requirements.
01 Oct 2026
Ahpra sets out advice on commercial conflicts of interest
Ahpra and the National Boards have published interim guidance to help registered health practitioners recognise and manage financial or commercial conflicts that may affect patient care.
01 Oct 2026
AMA seeks stronger protections in updated health standards
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is reviewing Australia’s National Safety and Quality Health Service standards to make sure they reflect current challenges across the health system.
01 Oct 2026
Government drops proposed ePrescribing mandate trial
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has decided not to proceed with its proposed trial to make electronic prescribing the default option.
24 Sep 2026
AMA highlights key health system issues
Aged care has been a major focus for the Australian Medical Association (AMA), with its new Aged Care Report Card highlighting delays that are affecting patients, hospitals and communities across Australia.
23 Sep 2026
New My Health Record security rules start in October
Healthcare organisations registered with My Health Record will need to update their security and access policies before new requirements take effect on 1 October 2026.
23 Sep 2026
Aged care delays put more pressure on hospitals
Older Australians are spending longer in hospital while waiting for aged care services, according to a new report from the Australian Medical Association (AMA). The findings highlight growing delays across the aged care system and their impact on hospital capacity.
17 Sep 2026
National meeting focuses on key issues facing general practice
General practice leaders have discussed a range of issues affecting the future of primary care, including workforce planning, rural access to healthcare and the scope of practice of different health professionals.
17 Sep 2026
New safeguards added to Medical Costs Finder legislation
Changes to the Medical Costs Finder legislation will give doctors and other healthcare providers more ways to correct or challenge information published about specialist fees.