24 Apr 2026
New campaign urges Aussies to talk to their GP about vaccines
A new national social media campaign is asking Australians to “have the jab chat” with their trusted GP if they have questions or concerns about immunisation.
24 Apr 2026
Doctors want stricter controls on baby formula ads
Australia’s main doctors’ group is asking the government to tighten the rules on infant formula marketing. The Australian Medical Association (AMA) says stronger laws are needed to match global health standards.
24 Apr 2026
Company fined in first Ahpra prosecution for failing to cooperate
A Western Australian company has been fined after failing to comply with an investigation by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), in what is believed to be the first case of its kind under the National Law.
24 Apr 2026
New RACGP Program Highlights GP Skills in Veterans’ Care
A new RACGP program will formally recognise GPs with experience in military medicine and veterans’ health, launching on 26 April to mark ANZAC Day.
24 Apr 2026
Thousands access ADHD prescriptions under NSW GP reforms
Nearly 10,000 people in New South Wales have benefited from changes allowing trained GPs to provide repeat prescriptions for ADHD medication, according to the State Government.
24 Apr 2026
GPs promote flu protection at Queensland Parliament
Queensland GPs visited State Parliament this week to give flu vaccinations and share advice ahead of the upcoming flu season.
24 Apr 2026
Review completed on medicine stockholding rules in Australia
A 24-month review of Australia’s Minimum Stockholding Requirements for certain medicines has been finalised.
24 Apr 2026
Arrest warrant issued for unregistered occupational therapist in NSW
A New South Wales man has had a warrant issued for his arrest after failing to attend court over charges of working as an occupational therapist while banned.
23 Apr 2026
Personal care to be fully covered under Support at Home from October
The Australian Government has announced that personal care services will be fully funded for eligible participants under the Support at Home program starting 1 October 2026.
23 Apr 2026
WA releases 5-year strategy to reshape mental health and alcohol and other drugs services
Western Australia has introduced a new Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategy 2026–2031, setting out the direction for major system changes over the next five years.