‘Building a culturally safe workforce will go a long way’ On National Close the Gap Day, leaders reflect on work to address the barriers to health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
‘Get up to speed’: GPs admit climate change knowledge gaps A survey found 80% of GPs are concerned about its health impacts, but say their practice is not doing enough to address the issue.
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.
Academic Post Program a ‘fantastic experience’ Applications open in May, allowing general practice registrars to combine research, medical education and critical thinking skills.
What does the RACGP’s plan for general practice mean for you? ‘Now is the time’: The college has launched its strategic plan for the next five years, with general practice sustainability a key focus.
RACGP urges red tape reduction for GPs A college submission has highlighted the risks of forcing extensive admin burdens onto GPs through ‘onerous’ compliance activities.
Results out for first Fellowship exam of 2025 The RACGP’s 2025.1 Applied Knowledge Test had a slightly lower pass mark to the previous exam cycle.
Australia’s use of locum GPs investigated Locums are essential to healthcare, but a report suggests better pay and conditions would help build a more permanent GP workforce.
Experts to explore ‘vital’ role of sleep for wellbeing GPs can join a CPD-approved webinar examining the latest sleep health advances, to ensure patients’ sleep is ‘on their agenda’.
RACGP demands GP recognition in allied health strategy The college says while allied health is part of a well-resourced general practice sector, it is a ‘missed opportunity’ if GPs are not enabled to remain at the centre of care teams.