Federal Budget: RACGP calls for more to be done in general practice President Dr Harry Nespolon said greater investment is needed to improve primary care and patient health outcomes.
GPs around Australia getting political With the Federal Election looming, Australia’s GPs are campaigning for change.
RACGP President calls on GPs to take action ahead of Federal Election Dr Harry Nespolon wants members to advocate and increase awareness of the issues affecting Australia’s GPs and their patients.
Where is Australia’s shared vision for primary care? With a federal election on the horizon, Dr Edwin Kruys argues for better collaboration in primary care.
RACGP releases 2019–20 pre-budget submission The college has outlined its recommendations for Federal Government commitments.
Government announces almost $100 million in new funding for GP aged care visits The funding is part of a $512 million commitment to primary healthcare within this week’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook 2018–19.
Australia-wide rapid response system to suicide clusters to be developed After a shock rise in deaths by suicide last year, the Federal Government has committed to building a rapid response system to suicide clusters in communities.
Victoria votes: A guide to the 2018 election health promises Breakdown of Labor, Coalition and Greens healthcare commitments.
Government appoints first aged care quality and safety Commissioner The Federal Government has announced the appointment of a new Commissioner to lead the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission.
Healthcare costs under scrutiny in South Australian budget The new South Australian Government has handed down its first budget, with healthcare costs under the microscope.