‘I’ve enjoyed it immensely’: Bruce Willett reflects The outgoing RACGP Vice President sat down with newsGP to discuss his advocacy, favourite memories and proudest moments.
GPs’ payroll tax plight hits Prime Minister’s inbox The RACGP has penned an urgent letter directly to Anthony Albanese, saying new bulk-billing incentives are a ‘false economy’ if the tax grab is not scrapped.
GPs call for certainty after Treasurer’s baffling payroll promise Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has said he will intervene if general practices face insolvency – but the move has not impressed GPs.
RACGP President meets with Health Minister to discuss ‘pain points’ From payroll tax reform to telehealth, the NDIS and urgent care clinics, Dr Nicole Higgins sat down with Mark Butler to ensure GP voices are being heard.
Practice owner facing $5 million bill amid tax grab It has been described as the ‘biggest existential threat to general practice’, and now a new GP-led petition is pleading for an end to Victoria’s payroll tax crisis.
Payroll tax lifeline for Queensland general practice Relief is in sight for the state’s medical centres, after the Government announced GP services will not be subject to the tax.
GPs consider interstate move amid tax grab More than one third of respondents to a recent newsGP poll said they would be willing to pack up and move if it meant more favourable payroll tax settings.
RACGP again urges Victoria to scrap payroll tax grab There could be an exodus of GPs, the college has warned, as pressure mounts on the Government to follow the lead of other states.
Should bulk billing be tied to payroll tax exemptions? GPs have criticised an ACT Government plan to provide temporary payroll tax relief – but only to clinics that bulk bill 65% of patients.
NSW pauses GP payroll tax audits for 12 months The State Government will use the year-long freeze to consult on a long-term solution, a first step in preventing widespread practice shutdowns.