04 Jun 2026
Experts Call for Regular Reviews of Long-Term Antidepressant Use
Australian researchers are calling for more regular reviews of antidepressant use, saying the benefits of taking the medications long term may be overstated for many patients.
04 Jun 2026
Medicare Bulk Billing Paperwork Set to Go Digital Under AoB Changes
Changes to Medicare Assignment of Benefit (AoB) processes will begin from 1 July 2026, affecting how bulk billed services are recorded and managed across general practice.
04 Jun 2026
AMA NSW Farewells Long-Serving CEO After 28 Years of Service
The AMA NSW has announced the retirement of Chief Executive Officer Fiona Davies, marking the end of a 28-year career with the organisation.
04 Jun 2026
New National Clinical Governance Model Strengthens Focus on Psychosocial Safety
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has introduced an updated National Model for Clinical Governance, replacing the 2017 version.
04 Jun 2026
Government Seeks Public Feedback on Major NDIS Reforms
The Australian Government is preparing to consult with the community on a series of reforms aimed at strengthening the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and ensuring its long-term sustainability.
04 Jun 2026
GP Funding Model Under Pressure as Clinics Serving Vulnerable Patients Struggle to Stay Open
A new review has raised concerns that Medicare funding is not keeping up with the cost of running general practice clinics that care for vulnerable Australians, with some services becoming financially unviable.
04 Jun 2026
RACGP Members Invited to Help Shape College Governance Changes
RACGP members are being encouraged to have their say on proposed governance changes that could help guide the future direction of the college ahead of the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
04 Jun 2026
Faster aged care support for people with MND welcomed, says Palliative Care Australia
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to fast-track aged care support for people living with motor neurone disease (MND), and is calling for the same approach to be applied more broadly to other people with urgent, life-limiting conditions.
03 Jun 2026
NSW Launches Pharmacist Contraceptive Pill Prescribing as Safety Questions Continue
From Friday, eligible pharmacists in New South Wales will be able to supply the oral contraceptive pill directly to patients, marking a major change in how reproductive healthcare is accessed in the state.
03 Jun 2026
GP Remains a Top Choice for Final Year Medical Students in Australia
General practice continues to be one of the most popular career choices for final year medical students in Australia, according to new national survey results.