12 Dec 2025
RACGP Introduces New Registrar Wellbeing Project to Strengthen GP Training Support
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has launched a new initiative aimed at improving the health, safety and overall training experience of GP registrars. The Registrar Wellbeing Project is designed to create supportive learning environments, reduce burnout and help maintain a strong, stable GP workforce.
12 Dec 2025
Use of AI Scribes Among GPs Doubles in Just One Year: New Poll Insights
The adoption of AI scribes in general practice has surged dramatically, with usage almost doubling in just over 12 months. While the technology is reducing paperwork for many doctors, it also brings new considerations for the future of clinical care.
12 Dec 2025
Broken Hill Hospital Completes Major Emergency Department Upgrade
The long-awaited $12 million redevelopment of the Broken Hill Hospital Emergency Department (ED) is now finished, delivering a modern, expanded facility ready to meet the region’s current and future healthcare needs
11 Dec 2025
RACGP Seeks IMG Representative to Strengthen Future Governance
The RACGP is inviting overseas-trained doctors to contribute directly to the organisation’s long-term direction, with a new position for an international medical graduate (IMG) being added to its Future Governance Committee.
11 Dec 2025
Prevention Isn’t Optional — It’s the Core of General Practice
Preventive healthcare has always been central to what GPs do, and its importance should never be downplayed. According to the 2025 RACGP Health of the Nation report, prevention continues to be one of the strongest pillars of primary care in Australia.
10 Dec 2025
Bushfire-Affected Communities Can Access Essential Medicines Without Prescription
Residents in areas impacted by recent bushfires who rely on critical medications, such as those for diabetes, heart conditions, or asthma, can now obtain a limited supply from pharmacies without needing a prescription.
09 Dec 2025
Rahma Health Wins Top Honour at Telstra Business Awards
Rahma Health, a community-driven organisation supporting Arabic-speaking families to access health information, has been named Business of the Year 2025 at the Telstra Best of Business Awards.
09 Dec 2025
Australia Faces Declining Vaccination Rates: GPs Called to Take Action
Australia is experiencing a notable decline in vaccination coverage, prompting health experts to call on general practitioners (GPs) to take a leading role in addressing the issue. The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) is urging doctors to routinely review each patient’s vaccination record as part of standard care.
09 Dec 2025
Inaugural Steven Tougher Award Honours NSW Paramedics at Annual Ceremony
A dedicated, compassionate, and highly skilled paramedic has been named the first recipient of the Steven Tougher Award for Personal and Professional Development at a special NSW Ambulance ceremony held today at Sydney Olympic Park.
08 Dec 2025
Stephen Duckett Appointed to lead CoHealth Review Panel
A review into the future of community health organisation cohealth will be led by prominent health economist Professor Stephen Duckett, as governments move to assess the organisation’s service model and long-term sustainability.
