26 May 2023
The flooded general practice governments forgot
The plight of this rural NSW clinic raises questions about government assistance for GPs at a critical time for their patients.
26 May 2023
RACGP calls for ‘more action’ following reproductive healthcare report
President Dr Nicole Higgins says the Government needs to act now to end Australia’s ‘postcode lottery’.
24 May 2023
‘Misused evidence’: Spotlight on alcohol industry submissions
New research looking at alcohol industry contributions to inform national strategy has found numerous ways science is misrepresented.
24 May 2023
RACGP raises questions over impending PSR changes
A representative says the college supports greater transparency and fairness around compliance, but notes the approach must be balanced.
23 May 2023
Stop the use of named hospital referrals: RACGP
The proposal is among a suite of reforms put forward by the college in its submission to a review of the National Health Reform Agreement.
22 May 2023
RACGP speaks out against cosmetic surgery referrals
The college has raised a number of concerns about upcoming requirements contained in new Medical Board guidelines.
22 May 2023
Payroll tax concerns ‘biggest priority’ for practice owners
The issue was a key theme at the Practice Owners National Conference, along with potential options to address it.
19 May 2023
‘We are going to miss out’: Stark warning on IMG recruitment
While New Zealand can process IMGs within three months, Australia’s bureaucracy is proving a major barrier to addressing workforce shortages.
18 May 2023
Budget ‘excellent’ for remote healthcare: RACGP Rural Chair
Associate Professor Michael Clements shares his view on measures for areas disproportionately affected by workforce and chronic health issues.
17 May 2023
AHPRA naming laws in place despite ongoing reservations
Critics say the new powers deny practitioners natural justice, while a clause protecting regulators against legal action has been labelled ‘indefensible’.