13 Nov 2026

Rural GPs recognised across Australia in RACGP state awards

Doctors working in regional and remote communities have received recognition for their contributions to patient care, medical education and rural healthcare at this year’s RACGP awards.

13 Nov 2026

RACGP steps up push to end payroll tax on Victorian GPs

New billboards and community campaigns are highlighting concerns about rising practice costs and the impact of payroll tax on patient access ahead of Victoria’s November election.

13 Nov 2026

RACGP calls for higher Medicare rebates for longer GP appointments

The college wants Medicare funding to better reflect the time and complexity involved in treating patients, warning that changes must not reduce funding for general practice.

12 Nov 2026

27 GP Registrars Selected for Research into Key General Practice Challenges

Twenty-seven GP registrars have been selected for the RACGP’s 2027 Academic Post Program, with research projects examining important issues affecting general practice across Australia.

12 Nov 2026

RACGP Members Asked to Help Shape the College’s Future

Voting is now underway for the RACGP’s 69th Annual General Meeting, giving members the chance to vote on five proposed changes to the organisation’s governance.

12 Nov 2026

RACGP Opens Extended Skills Recognition for GPs Specialising in Diabetes

Australian GPs with advanced experience in diabetes care can now apply for formal recognition of their skills through a new addition to the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Recognition of Extended Skills (RES) program.

12 Nov 2026

Rising Knee Scan Rates Raise Concerns About Osteoarthritis Care

Knee scans are increasing across Australia, raising concerns that some patients may be receiving unnecessary imaging instead of being offered recommended first-line treatment for osteoarthritis.

12 Nov 2026

AI Scribe Use Rises Among Australian GPs, New Poll Finds

Nearly one in two Australian GPs are now using AI scribes during consultations, showing how quickly the technology is becoming part of general practice. However, concerns about safety, regulation and its impact on clinical skills remain.

11 Nov 2026

Asthma Deaths Highlight Need for Stronger GP-Led Care in Australia

New figures show asthma claimed 484 lives in Australia in 2025, prompting experts to call for better coordination between GPs, pharmacists, nurses and asthma educators.

11 Nov 2026

RACGP-Backed Guide Encourages GPs to Prescribe Time in Nature

Australian GPs are being encouraged to make time outdoors part of everyday health advice, with a new practical guide recommending at least two hours of nature exposure each week.