13 Nov 2025
Have Your Say on Digital Mental Health Tools
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is seeking input from GPs as it reviews the regulatory framework for digital mental health tools.
12 Nov 2025
Federal Government Announces $20 Million Boost for Childhood Mental Health Research
The Australian Government has opened a new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant round, offering up to $20 million to support research that improves prevention and treatment of childhood mental health issues.
12 Nov 2025
GP25 Conference to Bring General Practitioners Together in Brisbane
The RACGP’s annual GP25 conference will be held from 14–16 November at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, on Turrbal and Jagera Country.
12 Nov 2025
GPs Key to Safe Expansion of LARC Services, Says RACGP
The RACGP has called on the Federal Government to maintain GPs at the centre of reproductive healthcare as it considers expanding access to long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs).
12 Nov 2025
ADHD Medication Poisonings Rising in Australia
Poisonings from medications used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have increased fourfold in the past decade, highlighting the role of GPs in educating families about safe use.
12 Nov 2025
GP Wellbeing Must Become a National Priority
GP wellbeing must become a national priority. Research shows that self-care for general practitioners is essential for both their own wellbeing and the quality of healthcare they provide. Experts warn that without significant changes, the healthcare system could face serious challenges.
11 Nov 2025
Free Japanese Encephalitis Vaccines for Regional Victorians
More regional residents in Victoria will now have access to free protection against the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) this mosquito season, thanks to a $2.3 million vaccination program announced by the Victorian Government.
11 Nov 2025
New Australian Guidelines Released for Male Infertility Care
The first Australian guidelines for male infertility have been published, providing clear, evidence-based advice for GPs and other clinicians involved in the diagnosis and management of male infertility.
11 Nov 2025
Have Your Say: Voting Now Open for the RACGP 2025 AGM
Members of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) are invited to vote on several key resolutions ahead of the college’s 68th Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place on 13 November 2025 at the GP25 conference in Brisbane and online via Zoom.
11 Nov 2025
AHPRA takes steps toward more compassionate regulation for doctors
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is reforming its complaints and notifications process to make it less distressing for doctors, acknowledging the significant emotional toll that investigations can have on practitioners.