13 Feb 2026
Future GPs to Train in Communities That Need Them Most
In 2026, 1,772 new doctors are starting general practice training, with 161 of them spending at least six months in areas that face the greatest healthcare shortages.
13 Feb 2026
$61 Million Paid to Practices in First BBPIP Round
Almost 3,000 general practices have shared more than $61 million in the first Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) payments.
13 Feb 2026
Closing the Gap: Some Progress, But Many Targets Behind
The Closing the Gap 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Plan shows mixed results.
12 Feb 2026
RACGP Events: Celebrate Women, Men’s Health, Digital Innovation and GP Workforce
The RACGP is inviting members to join a series of events and initiatives to celebrate women in general practice, focus on men’s health, explore digital health, and strengthen the GP workforce.
12 Feb 2026
DVA Increases GP Payments for Veterans’ Claims Work
GPs will now be paid more for their work on veterans’ compensation claims, with fees for consultations and medical reports set to rise under new DVA reforms.
12 Feb 2026
Giving Back to General Practice Through Mentoring
The New South Wales GP is part of the RACGP’s Fellow Support Service, a program that offers guidance, mentoring, and education to doctors dealing with practice-related challenges after Fellowship.
12 Feb 2026
World-First Guide for MDMA Treatment of PTSD Released
A new clinical guide for using MDMA (also known as ecstasy) with psychotherapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been released for GPs and other health professionals.
11 Feb 2026
NSW GPs to Start ADHD Diagnosis Training in March
From March, GPs in New South Wales can begin training that will allow them to diagnose ADHD and start prescribing medication.
11 Feb 2026
RACGP Seeks GPs for New Workforce Committee
The RACGP is inviting GPs to join a new Expert Committee
11 Feb 2026
Bulk-Billing GP Visits Up to 81% Nationwide
More Australians can now see a GP without paying extra.
