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UCCs five times more expensive than standard GP consult: Report

UCCs five times more expensive than standard GP consult: Report

In the wake of a new evaluation, the RACGP says the work of GPs in the clinics is valued, but it holds concerns about their cost and fragmented care.


Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent

Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent

The RACGP has called out the decision to make the pilot programs a permanent fixture, raising concerns about patient safety and the precedent it sets.


‘Not for sale’: Australia defends PBS against US big pharma

‘Not for sale’: Australia defends PBS against US big pharma

GPs welcome plans to make PBS-listed medicines even cheaper, but it comes as US pharma giants take aim at the scheme.


Michael Kidd appointed CMO

Michael Kidd appointed CMO

Professor Kidd, a GP, primary care researcher, and former RACGP President, will become Australia’s Chief Medical Officer on 1 June.


‘My GP was a psychological anchor’: A patient’s long COVID story

‘My GP was a psychological anchor’: A patient’s long COVID story

Struck down by debilitating long COVID, one patient shares her journey to recovery in a new podcast to support GPs with diagnosis and management.


What does practice technology look like in 2025?

What does practice technology look like in 2025?

‘If you have ideas for our work plan, we would love to hear them’ says GP and practice technology and management expert Dr Rob Hosking.


Almost 80% of GPs concerned over urgent care model: Poll

Almost 80% of GPs concerned over urgent care model: Poll

While some GPs have expressed support for the clinics, many are now raising concerns about the model’s potential to negatively impact and strain the already limited GP workforce.


Fatal melioidosis outbreak continues to grow

Fatal melioidosis outbreak continues to grow

As the deadly outbreak spreads across Queensland, and with more severe weather on the way, GPs are urged to watch for symptoms.


RACGP to host national Medicare funding webinar

RACGP to host national Medicare funding webinar

Members are invited to ask questions and provide feedback, helping to shape the college’s response to recent Medicare election promises.


Where will Labor’s 50 planned urgent care clinics be located?

Where will Labor’s 50 planned urgent care clinics be located?

A re-elected Labor Government will spend $644 million to roll out extra bulk-billing UCCs across Australia by mid-2026. But the RACGP has concerns.


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