27 Aug 2026
Residential Aged Care Funding to Shift to Payments for Services Delivered
The Australian Government will begin moving residential aged care providers to a new payment system from 1 July 2027, with funding gradually shifting from advance payments to payments made after services are delivered.
27 Aug 2026
New Guidance Released for Patients Switching from Sublocade
NSW Health has released new guidance to help health professionals manage patients using Sublocade as the medicine is set to leave the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in December.
27 Aug 2026
New NSW Bulk-Billing Clinics Face Criticism From Existing GPs
Plans for six fully funded bulk-billing clinics in New South Wales have raised concerns among existing general practices, with the RACGP warning that the funding model could create an uneven market.
27 Aug 2026
DoHDA Clarifies Prescriber Bag Ordering Requirements
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has issued new guidance for prescribers following concerns about compliance with Prescriber Bag medicine ordering rules.
27 Aug 2026
RACGP Reports Strong Results in Latest Fellowship Exams
More than 80% of candidates passed the latest Applied Knowledge Test and Key Feature Problem exams, marking another strong result for doctors working towards RACGP Fellowship.
26 Aug 2026
New Priorities Set for National Rural Health Commissioner
The Australian Government has released a new Statement of Expectations outlining the priorities for the National Rural Health Commissioner from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028.
26 Aug 2026
Telehealth Makes Healthcare More Convenient
Telehealth allows patients to access healthcare through phone or video consultations, providing a convenient option when an in-person appointment is not required.
26 Aug 2026
Funding Opens to Help Aged Care Providers With Higher Leave Costs
A new grant is available to help eligible aged care providers manage increased leave costs linked to the Fair Work Commission’s 1 August 2026 wage increase for eligible aged care nurses.
26 Aug 2026
RACGP Faculty Elections Open Opportunities for GP Advocacy
With nominations closing on 28 August, RACGP Rural Chair Associate Professor Michael Clements is encouraging GPs to consider joining Faculty Councils and contributing to the future of general practice.
26 Aug 2026
Tzield Not Recommended for PBS Listing in Australia
The PBAC has recommended against subsidising teplizumab on the PBS for now, despite evidence that the treatment can delay the progression of type 1 diabetes.