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Mark Butler to stay on as Health Minister

Mark Butler to stay on as Health Minister

The RACGP President says he is looking forward to continuing a collaborative relationship with Minister Butler, as the Prime Minister confirms his cabinet.


What has been promised for GPs this election?

What has been promised for GPs this election?

From promise to policy: As Australians cast their vote, here’s a reminder of what was promised for GPs during the Federal Election campaign.


‘Bring more GPs to the bush’: RACGP

‘Bring more GPs to the bush’: RACGP

With the Federal Election looming, the college has welcomed promises to boost the rural workforce but says there is a long way to go.


Pledge to boost GP access in after-hours telehealth

Pledge to boost GP access in after-hours telehealth

The election commitment from the Labor Party would expand GPs’ role in after-hours telehealth through a rebranded advice line.


GPs remain unconvinced on 100% bulk billing plan

GPs remain unconvinced on 100% bulk billing plan

Recent polls show GPs are yet to be convinced a move to bulk bill all patients is viable for their practices.


‘A referendum on Medicare’: Frontbenchers clash in Canberra

‘A referendum on Medicare’: Frontbenchers clash in Canberra

A ‘brittle consensus’ or not? On Wednesday, Mark Butler and Anne Ruston debated their parties’ respective health policies at the National Press Club.


Coalition vows $100 million for rural healthcare

Coalition vows $100 million for rural healthcare

The election promise includes upgrading regional medical training facilities and regional medical Commonwealth Supported Places.


GPs missed in $1 billion mental health promise

GPs missed in $1 billion mental health promise

Labor’s Federal Election commitment to create ‘more free mental health services’ includes new dedicated walk-in clinics, but the college fears this will only further fragment care.


‘Hearing real stories is what makes the difference’

‘Hearing real stories is what makes the difference’

An RACGP WA roundtable has brought together grassroots GPs and politicians to discuss and advocate for meaningful change.


Is the Federal Election a ‘turning point’ for healthcare?

Is the Federal Election a ‘turning point’ for healthcare?

Brandishing a Medicare card, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called a 3 May Federal Election, with GP access a central pillar for both major parties in the 2025 race to the polls.


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