21 Aug 2026
GPs call for a stronger voice in Australia’s health system
A recent RACGP poll shows strong support among GPs for having a greater role in decisions about the future of Australia’s healthcare system, with 95% of respondents backing greater professional input.
21 Aug 2026
Life on Flinders Island: Rural GPs delivering care beyond the clinic
Living in the community allows them to build strong relationships and provide ongoing care in one of Tasmania’s most remote locations.
21 Aug 2026
RACGP launches new committee to strengthen Australia’s GP workforce
The RACGP has established a new expert committee to help shape Australia’s GP workforce, with a focus on planning, funding, training and long-term workforce needs.
20 Aug 2026
New RACGP event highlights rural GP career opportunities
GP registrars based in metropolitan NSW have been given an opportunity to discover what a career in rural general practice can offer.
20 Aug 2026
RACGP invites patients to share their GP care experiences
The RACGP is launching a new public initiative that will feature patient stories to highlight the value of general practice and the difference GPs make to individuals, families and communities.
20 Aug 2026
Mental health report highlights gaps in access and care
Australia’s mental health system continues to face major challenges despite increased funding and growing use of services, with uneven access, workforce shortages and gaps in care remaining key concerns.
20 Aug 2026
New Senate inquiry to examine women’s health after childbirth
A new Senate committee will investigate postpartum healthcare and women’s experiences after childbirth, while the RACGP is calling for stronger and more consistent support for families.
20 Aug 2026
NDIS reform legislation clears Parliament
The Australian Parliament has approved new legislation aimed at reshaping how the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) operates and supporting its long-term future.
20 Aug 2026
TGA issues $71,280 in penalties over alleged unlawful melatonin imports
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued 10 infringement notices totalling $71,280 to a Queensland company and three registered pharmacists over the alleged unlawful importation of unapproved melatonin products.
20 Aug 2026
WA doctor fined after practising while suspended
A Western Australian doctor has been fined $15,000 after continuing to see patients and issue prescriptions while his medical registration was suspended.