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
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
New Consultmed guides help GPs manage electronic referrals
GPs referring patients to South Western Sydney health services can access step-by-step guides and training videos to help set up and use the Consultmed electronic referral system.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
AMA Names Philip Morris Australia Winner of 2026 Dirty Ashtray Award
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) and the Australian Council on Smoking and Health (ACOSH) have named Philip Morris Australia as the winner of the 2026 Dirty Ashtray Award, highlighting concerns about the tobacco industry's role in shaping public health policies.