RACGP Members Asked to Help Shape the College’s Future
12 Nov 2026
The latest RACGP update also includes opportunities to join a national immunisation advisory group, speak at the 2027 Practice Owners Conference and take part in a national mental health workforce survey. GPs can also register for a free webinar about Medicare Mental Health Check In.
RACGP members can now vote on governance changes
Voting is open for the RACGP’s 69th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Members will be asked to vote on two Ordinary Resolutions and three Special Resolutions.
The proposed changes follow recommendations from the RACGP Future Governance Committee after consulting members.
Eligible members have been sent a secure voting link by Electify. Members can also email questions about the resolutions to generalmeetings@racgp.org.au before the AGM.
There will be further opportunities to ask questions during the meeting. Members can register to attend online or in person.
Applications open for national immunisation advisory group
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is inviting qualified applicants to join the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).
The group provides independent, evidence-based advice on immunisation in Australia. Its members bring experience in research, clinical care, public health, implementation and community matters.
Successful applicants will serve for up to four years, starting on 1 July 2027.
More information and application details are available on the Department’s website.
RACGP seeks speakers for 2027 Practice Owners Conference
The RACGP is inviting people to submit presentations for its 2027 Practice Owners Conference.
The event will take place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on 22–23 May 2027.
Sessions will cover practical issues facing general practice owners, including AI governance, GP recruitment, personal branding and building a positive workplace culture.
Interested presenters can review the topics and submission requirements online.
Applications close at 11.59 pm AEDT on Monday 30 November 2026.
National survey looks at mental health workforce needs
The Emerging Minds National Workforce Survey is open until 30 November.
The survey focuses on the child, parent and family mental health workforce. Its findings will help policymakers identify areas where workers need more support, training and resources.
This year's survey will also collect information relevant to the Australian Government's Thriving Kids initiative.
Healthcare, community and education professionals are encouraged to take part. Responses are confidential.
Participants can enter a draw to win one of three iPads, contribute to workforce research in their profession and region, and claim self-reported CPD points if eligible.
Free webinar explains Medicare Mental Health Check In
Webinar: Wednesday 18 November, 11.00 am–12.00 pm AEDT
GPs are invited to attend a free webinar about Medicare Mental Health Check In, a confidential early intervention service for people aged 16 and over experiencing mild mental health challenges.
New referral pathways are giving patients more ways to access the service.
The webinar, organised by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, will explain how GPs can use the service as part of patient care.
Topics include:
- How Medicare Mental Health Check In works.
- Which patients may benefit from the service.
- Evidence behind Low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
- Referral options and links with general practice.
- Patient safety, privacy and risk management.
- Practical examples and patient experiences.
A live question-and-answer session will also cover referrals and how the service can work alongside general practice.
The session will cover similar information to the 4 November webinar for healthcare professionals and GPs.
RACGP Members Asked to Help Shape the College’s Future
Source: RACGP – In Practice.