Budget breakdown: What can GPs expect? This year’s Federal Budget is heavily focused on post-pandemic recovery, as well as addressing gaps identified in aged care and mental health.
RACGP welcomes $1.8b in primary care funding But President Dr Karen Price has said more support is needed to maintain and improve quality GP patient services.
New faces on the RACGP Board Dr Karen Price has officially begun her term as RACGP President, with Dr Bruce Willett named Vice-President.
Federal Budget: RACGP says GPs need more help managing Australia’s health crises Properly funded general practice will be vital in helping keep patients – and the country – healthy, RACGP Acting President Associate Professor Ayman Shenouda said.
Dr Karen Price named RACGP President-elect Dr Price plans to reassert the role of general practice and adopt a ‘GPs first’ approach.
Government to help GPs reach the frontline New emergency protocols will make it easier for GPs to work in bushfire-affected communities.
RACGP calls on Federal Government to fully fund general practice The college’s pre-budget submission for 2020–21 outlines four key areas of investment.
NDIS underspend continues The Government has now spent $4.6 billion less on the scheme than originally anticipated, with the savings put towards the Budget bottom line.
RACGP seeking feedback on advocacy efforts The RACGP is asking for GPs’ thoughts on its work during the Federal Election campaign.
What does the Coalition victory mean for general practice? newsGP examines the likely effects of the election result.