07 May 2026
AMA Calls for Legal Change to Allow Telehealth Use in Voluntary Assisted Dying Discussions
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has raised concerns that current laws are limiting access to voluntary assisted dying (VAD) services for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses, particularly in rural and regional areas.
07 May 2026
AMA Calls for Stronger Regulation of Nicotine Pouches
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has made a submission to a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) consultation calling for tighter controls on nicotine pouches.
06 May 2026
GPs urged to step up asthma care as experts warn of system failure
Australia’s asthma care needs urgent change, with experts warning that too many patients are still not receiving best-practice treatment, leading to avoidable hospital visits and deaths.
06 May 2026
RACGP to develop national standards for urgent care clinics
The RACGP will lead the creation of a national set of rules for urgent care clinics to make sure they work more closely and consistently with regular general practices across Australia.
06 May 2026
Practice viability at risk as payroll tax pressure continues
General practices in Victoria are under growing financial pressure, with doctors warning that ongoing payroll tax rules are making it harder for clinics to stay open and provide care.
05 May 2026
GP Profile: Dr Anju Aggarwal – First Care Medical Centre, Bankstown
Dr Anju Aggarwal, a GP at First Care Medical Centre in Bankstown, has shared insights into her long-standing medical career and her connection with the local community.
05 May 2026
New Clinical Standard Highlights GPs’ Key Role in Emergency Abdominal Surgery Care
A new national clinical standard is highlighting the important role of general practitioners in supporting patients after emergency abdominal surgery known as laparotomy.
05 May 2026
New Regional Mental Health Plan Launched in South Western Sydney
New Regional Mental Health Plan Launched in South Western Sydney
05 May 2026
RACGP Pushes for Child Health Checks and Higher Medicare Rebates Ahead of Federal Budget
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is calling for major funding changes in the upcoming 2026–27 Federal Budget, including Medicare-funded child health checks and higher GP rebates.
05 May 2026
Free Mental Health Skills Training Available for GPs and GP Registrars in South Western Sydney
GPs and GP registrars in South Western Sydney are being offered free accredited mental health training through the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration.