10 Oct 2025
“President’s Update: Key Developments in Health, Podiatry, and Telehealth”
“Dr Danielle McMullen, AMA President, delivers the latest national AMA news to members.”
10 Oct 2025
Proposed new title for podiatric surgeons
“AMA supports Ahpra’s move on ‘podiatric surgeons’ but warns confusion may remain”
10 Oct 2025
Reminder: ANSC provider renewal due 31 October
GPs registered as Antenatal Shared Care (ANSC) providers in South Western Sydney are reminded that their annual registration renewal is due by 31 October 2025.
10 Oct 2025
RACGP calls for stronger mental health support in rural Australia
On World Mental Health Day, the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has highlighted the urgent need for improved mental health support in rural areas, calling on all levels of government to act.
10 Oct 2025
DoHDA to send early intervention letters to GPs in October
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) will be sending “early intervention letters” to around 550 healthcare providers, including 100 GPs, this month.
10 Oct 2025
In Practice: Bulk-billing signage, chronic condition management, eNRMC update and occupational medicine conference
Bulk-billing practice signage From 1 November 2025, practices participating in the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA)
09 Oct 2025
“Award for GP Advancing Addiction Medicine Research”
“Acknowledged for his commitment to expanding care access, a Melbourne GP has transitioned into addiction medicine.”
09 Oct 2025
“The Emotional Toll of Hygiene Poverty on Millions
Around four million Australians can no longer afford basic hygiene products, affecting both their physical and mental health.”
09 Oct 2025
“Telehealth guidance updated”
“Doctors need to be aware of Ahpra’s updated telehealth guidance, issued in response to concerns about prescribing without adequate consultations.”
09 Oct 2025
“Changes Made to AHPRA’s Telehealth Prescribing Statement”
The regulator emphasizes that prescribing in line with ‘good practice’ can occur via in-person, video, or phone consultations, not solely face-to-face.”
