21 Oct 2025
Australian Study Provides First National Benchmark for Endometriosis Diagnosis in General Practice
A first-of-its-kind Australian study has established a baseline for how endometriosis is diagnosed and managed in general practice, highlighting opportunities to improve care and reduce delays in diagnosis.
20 Oct 2025
MyHeart MyLife: Supporting Patients to Live Well with Coronary Heart Disease
MyHeart MyLife is a free, evidence-based patient support program from the Heart Foundation, designed to help people with coronary heart disease (CHD) manage their condition and maintain a good quality of life.
20 Oct 2025
Tributes Pour in for “Guiding Light” of General Practice: Professor John Murtagh (1936–2025)
The general practice community is mourning the loss of Emeritus Professor John Murtagh, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 89. Known internationally as a towering figure in general practice, Professor Murtagh’s work has shaped the careers of generations of GPs in Australia and around the world.
20 Oct 2025
Flu Cases Hit Record High as Vaccination Rates Fall
Australia is experiencing a record-breaking flu season in 2025, with 411,000 laboratory-confirmed cases, surpassing the previous annual record of 365,633.
20 Oct 2025
Share Your Ideas for Recruiting and Retaining Practice Nurses in South Western Sydney
Expressions of Interest Now Open – Nurse Focus Group Are you a primary care nurse passionate about shaping the future of practice nursing in South Western Sydney? SWSPHN wants to hear from you!
20 Oct 2025
New virtual hospital pilot to bring specialist care to Victorians’ homes
Victorians will soon be able to access specialist hospital-level care from the comfort of their own homes, thanks to the state’s first virtual hospital pilot
20 Oct 2025
2025 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards Finalists Revealed
The finalists for the 2025 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards have been announced, shining a spotlight on excellence, innovation and leadership across Victoria’s public health system.
17 Oct 2025
National Consistent Payments (NCP) Updates – Semester 1, 2026
The Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) program has released updates to the National Consistent Payments (NCP) framework for Semester 1, 2026, providing clarity on payment rates, training term sub-types, and new incentive programs.
17 Oct 2025
Silent Art Auction Supports Gold Coast Hospital Foundation
The Gold Coast Hospital Foundation is inviting the community to participate in a silent art auction featuring original works by acclaimed semi-realist artist Lucinda Leveille.
17 Oct 2025
Behind the Build: Caring for Older Adults with Dr Jessamine Liu
For Dr Jessamine (Jessie) Liu, Staff Specialist in Geriatrics at Gold Coast Health, caring for older adults goes beyond managing medical conditions — it’s about compassion, connection, and restoring dignity when it’s needed most.
