01 Jul 2026
Sublocade to Be Withdrawn from Australia, Raising Concerns for Opioid Treatment
A medication widely used to treat opioid use disorder will be withdrawn from Australia at the end of 2026, prompting concern among GPs and addiction medicine specialists.
01 Jul 2026
RACGP Survey Shows Strong Member Support While Highlighting Areas for Improvement
Most RACGP members say they value the college’s support, education and advocacy, according to the 2025 Member Engagement Survey. While overall satisfaction remains high, members also identified areas where they want stronger support and better communication.
01 Jul 2026
RACGP Marks 68 Years of Supporting Australian General Practice
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is celebrating its 68th anniversary on 1 July, marking more than six decades of advancing general practice through education, advocacy, research and professional standards.
01 Jul 2026
Free Digital Mental Health Support Now Available Through Medicare Mental Health Check In
Australians experiencing mild mental health challenges can now access free digital support through Medicare Mental Health Check In, a new service designed to provide early help before symptoms become more serious.
01 Jul 2026
More Women Encouraged to Learn About Menopause and Seek Support Early
Many Australian women go through menopause with little information or support, even though it is a normal part of life.
01 Jul 2026
Victoria’s Local Health Service Networks Celebrate First Year of Connected Care
Victoria’s Local Health Service Networks have reached their first anniversary, marking 12 months of working together to improve healthcare planning and coordination across the state.
01 Jul 2026
PBS Listing Expands Access to Perjeta for Australians with Early Breast Cancer
From 1 July 2026, Perjeta (pertuzumab) is available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for eligible Australians with HER2-positive high-risk early breast cancer, making the treatment more affordable for thousands of patients.
30 Jun 2026
Key Medicare Changes for General Practice Begin from 1 July
Several Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) changes take effect from 1 July, bringing updates to rebates, billing processes and new Medicare items. While some changes aim to improve patient care and access, GP groups have raised concerns about funding and administrative impacts on general practice.
30 Jun 2026
Tasmania Health Introduces New SMS Sender ID from 1 July
From 1 July 2026, all text messages sent by the Tasmania Department of Health will display "TASHEALTH" as the official SMS Sender ID, helping people identify genuine messages from the department more easily.
30 Jun 2026
Free Mental Health and Community Support Services Available This July
The Mental Health Integration Hub is offering a range of free community support services throughout July 2026, helping adults access mental health advice, practical support and connections to the right services.