27 Nov 2025
RACGP Hackathon 2026 EOIs Open as College Highlights Key Updates for GPs
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has opened expressions of interest (EOIs) for its annual Hackathon, inviting GPs, clinical entrepreneurs, and developers to collaborate on innovative solutions for challenges in general practice.
27 Nov 2025
SWSPHN Offers Free Advanced Mental Health Training for GPs and GP Registrars
General practitioners and GP registrars working in South Western Sydney can now access Level 2 Focused Psychological Strategies (FPS) Skills Training at no cost, thanks to funding from South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN). The training is aimed at enhancing the ability of GPs to support patients with mental health concerns.
27 Nov 2025
Summer Safety for Older Family Members: Tips for a Healthy and Enjoyable Festive Season
As the summer holidays approach, families are encouraged to take extra care when visiting or caring for elderly relatives. Increased social gatherings and seasonal travel can raise the risk of respiratory infections such as COVID-19 and influenza, especially in aged care settings.
27 Nov 2025
NSW Health Issues Public Warning on High-Dose MDMA and Ketamine Analogues
NSW Health has issued a warning about the circulation of high-dose MDMA (ecstasy) tablets and ketamine-like substances, following detections at recent music events.
27 Nov 2025
Peacock Centre Residential Unit to Reopen Partially Following Rodent-Related Repairs
The Peacock Centre in North Hobart will reopen up to five rooms for admissions from Monday, 1 December, as repair work continues on the residential unit, Peacock House, following rodent-related damage.
27 Nov 2025
AMA Raises Concerns Over Midwives Performing IUD Procedures
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has formally provided input to the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MRAC) Phase 2 review of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), opposing the proposal to allow midwives to carry out intrauterine device (IUD) insertions and removals under Medicare.
27 Nov 2025
Health Department Issues Warning to Doctors About Scams
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has issued guidance to help doctors safeguard their Provider Digital Access (PRODA) accounts from scams.
26 Nov 2025
NDIS Seeks Community Input on Disability Supports Under Review
NDIS Seeks Community Input on Disability Supports Under Review The NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee is inviting feedback from people with disability and their families to help guide a review of certain supports funded under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The review aims to ensure that these supports are safe, effective, and cost-efficient.
26 Nov 2025
TGA Introduces Stricter Controls on Vitamin B6 Products
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is tightening regulations on vitamin B6 supplements following concerns over the vitamin’s potential to cause nerve damage at high doses.
26 Nov 2025
Have Your Say: RACGP Member Engagement Survey
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is inviting members to share their feedback in the 2025 Member Engagement Survey, which closes this Friday. Both new and experienced GPs are encouraged to contribute their views on the issues that matter most.
