27 Mar 2026
RACGP Says Urgent Care Clinics Should Stay GP-Led
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has rejected a call from the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) to let nurse practitioners (NPs) lead urgent care clinics (UCCs) on their own.
27 Mar 2026
DoHDA Sets 2026 Medicare and PBS Compliance Priorities
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) has revealed the key areas it will monitor for compliance in 2026.
27 Mar 2026
GPs Trial Online Toolbox to Reduce Antibiotic Overuse
Australian GPs are testing a new online toolbox to help cut unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.
27 Mar 2026
Report Released on Fungal Outbreak at RPA Hospital
Sydney Local Health District has released its investigation report into a fungal outbreak in the transplant ward at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital between October and December 2025.
26 Mar 2026
RACGP Seeks Insights on Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers
The RACGP is inviting members to share their experiences working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners.
26 Mar 2026
Queensland Woman Fined for Using Fake Nurse Certificates
A Queensland woman has been fined $10,000 after working as a nurse without registration and using fake certificates to hide the fact.
26 Mar 2026
RACGP Wants GP Software to Include Social Health Checks
The RACGP says GP software needs an upgrade so doctors can track patients’ social and life situations from their very first visit. This includes loneliness, housing, finances, family support, and safety at home.
26 Mar 2026
AMA President’s Update: CAS Meeting, Rural Health, Primary Care and Public Health Advocacy
Hello and happy Friday! It’s been a big week for the AMA, starting with our Colleges, Associations and Societies (CAS) meeting on Monday, where over 100 medical leaders discussed key issues affecting Australia’s healthcare system.
26 Mar 2026
Advance Your Medical Career with 2027 GP Training Opportunities
Are you ready for a rewarding medical career? The 2027 Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program is now open!
26 Mar 2026
GP Helps Lead Katherine Flood Response
Dr Karin Jodlowski-Tan, a GP new to Katherine, played a key role in managing the town’s biggest floods in 28 years.