15 Oct 2025
Victoria Removes GP ‘Gag Clause’ on Voluntary Assisted Dying
Victorian GPs can now raise voluntary assisted dying (VAD) with their patients for the first time, following new legislation that removes the so-called “gag clause.”
14 Oct 2025
Tributes Pour in for Respected Wodonga GP Dr Alison Green Following Sudden Death
Tributes are pouring in for Dr Alison Green, a highly respected Wodonga GP, who died suddenly on Friday, 10 October 2025, following a bicycle accident in Albury.
14 Oct 2025
"Calls for improvement in rural miscarriage care amid reports of fragmentation and dismissiveness"
"A report highlights deficiencies in rural early pregnancy loss care, though an expert says the recommended reforms omit GPs."
13 Oct 2025
"Pathology results available immediately with one click"
As of Monday, patients will have immediate access to most pathology results on My Health Record, a change that GPs need to be aware of."
14 Oct 2025
"Helping general practitioners recognise and manage gambling-related issues"
"SPONSORED: GPs are uniquely positioned to recognise gambling harm, which can impact mental, physical, and financial health."
10 Oct 2025
DoHDA to send early intervention letters to GPs in October
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) will be sending “early intervention letters” to around 550 healthcare providers, including 100 GPs, this month.
10 Oct 2025
RACGP calls for stronger mental health support in rural Australia
On World Mental Health Day, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has highlighted the urgent need for improved mental health support in rural areas, calling on all levels of government to act.
10 Oct 2025
In Practice: Bulk-billing signage, chronic condition management, eNRMC update and occupational medicine conference
Bulk-billing practice signage From 1 November 2025, practices participating in the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA)
09 Oct 2025
“The Emotional Toll of Hygiene Poverty on Millions
Around four million Australians can no longer afford basic hygiene products, affecting both their physical and mental health.”
09 Oct 2025
“Award for GP Advancing Addiction Medicine Research”
“Acknowledged for his commitment to expanding care access, a Melbourne GP has transitioned into addiction medicine.”