13 Feb 2026
AMA Supports National Medicines Record
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has welcomed the government’s plan for a National Medicines Record, which aims to reduce fragmented care and medicine-related mistakes.
13 Feb 2026
Federal Government Moves to Make Medical Costs More Transparent
The federal government has introduced legislation to expand transparency by publishing Medicare, hospital, and private health insurer billing data on the Medical Costs Finder website.
13 Feb 2026
Experts Back Mandatory Health Star Ratings for All Packaged Foods
The AMA has joined VicHealth and the George Institute in calling for Health Star Ratings to be mandatory on every packaged food item.
29 Jan 2026
Important Update for AMA Queensland Members
If you are an AMA Queensland member, there has been an important change you should be aware of.
29 Jan 2026
Hospitals Need More Than Promises
Australia’s public hospitals could fall further behind if the next funding agreement doesn’t deliver real support. Doctors warn that without stronger funding and reform, patients will keep facing long waits and crowded hospitals.
29 Jan 2026
Australia Needs Better Health Data Systems to Improve Care
Australia needs a major change in how health data is managed if it wants to tackle the challenges of an ageing population, changing disease patterns, and more complex health conditions.
23 Jan 2026
AMA President Update: Hate Speech and Gun Reforms, CDC Launch, and Honouring Dame Marie Bashir
January in Australia often starts slowly, with the summer heat and post-holiday rhythm making the month feel calmer.
22 Jan 2026
AMA Launches Workshop on Managing Disruptive Clinicians
The AMA is introducing a new professional development workshop for members: Managing Disruptive Clinicians.
22 Jan 2026
AMA Calls for Adequate Funding for Private Maternity Services
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has released a new position statement outlining key principles for funding private maternity services.
22 Jan 2026
Vale Professor Dame Marie Bashir
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) mourns the passing of Professor Dame Marie Bashir, a distinguished Australian described by many as a “national treasure and role model for psychiatrists.”
