07 Jul 2026
Early Intervention Helps Children Start School with Confidence
General practitioners (GPs) play an important role in identifying developmental, behavioural, communication and emotional concerns in young children, helping families access support before they start school.
07 Jul 2026
New Medicare Bulk Billing Rules Begin from 1 July 2026
General practices across Australia are now required to follow updated rules for assigning Medicare benefits when providing bulk-billed services, following changes that took effect on 1 July 2026.
07 Jul 2026
Australian GPs Warn Against Fast-Track Online Prescribing of Weight-Loss Medicines
Australian general practitioners are raising concerns about the growing use of online services to prescribe GLP-1 weight-loss medicines after overseas research found prescriptions could often be obtained with very little clinician interaction.
07 Jul 2026
Research Highlights Benefits of GP-Prescribed Glucose Monitors
People with diabetes who receive continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) through their GP may experience better blood sugar control and fewer hospital visits, according to a new international study.
07 Jul 2026
Funding Boost Expands Cultural Safety Training for GP Registrars
More GP registrars across Australia will receive cultural safety training from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educators following new Federal Government funding for the Joint Colleges Training Services (JCTS) program.
07 Jul 2026
GPs Raise Safety Concerns After PBS Adrenaline Prescribing Rule Changes
Some Australian GPs have lost their ability to start Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)-subsidised adrenaline prescriptions following changes to PBS prescribing rules.
06 Jul 2026
Ahpra Focuses on Safer Healthcare and Stronger Public Confidence
Australia's health regulator, Ahpra, says it is working to build a healthcare system that is safer, fairer and better prepared for future challenges. Speaking at the Medical Board of Australia's National Conference in Brisbane, CEO Justin Untersteiner outlined the organisation's plans to strengthen public trust through proactive regulation, cultural safety and support for the health workforce.
06 Jul 2026
Digital Learning Portal Supports Healthcare Professionals
The Australian Digital Health Agency is helping healthcare professionals strengthen their digital skills through its Online Learning Portal, which offers free education and practical resources for GPs, allied health practitioners and aged care professionals.
06 Jul 2026
My Health Record Helps Improve Patient Care and Information Sharing
South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) is encouraging general practices to make greater use of My Health Record, offering practical support to help clinics adopt and manage the digital health system.
06 Jul 2026
TGA Fines NSW Nurse Over Alleged Illegal Import of Cosmetic Injectables
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued infringement notices totalling $11,880 to a New South Wales nurse over the alleged unlawful importation of unapproved cosmetic injectable products. The regulator says importing these products without approval is illegal under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989.