Queensland launches $40,000 GP incentive The General Practice Trainee Incentive payment is available to those beginning their GP training anywhere in the state in 2025.
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? 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 With the Federal Election looming, the college has welcomed promises to boost the rural workforce but says there is a long way to go.
GPs remain the frontline in vaccination With the WHO warning global immunisation gains are at risk, an RACGP expert says GPs are best placed to get vaccination rates up.
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.
Calls for recognition of ‘isolated’ rural challenges as GP quits The owner of the only GP clinic in a rural Queensland town has made the decision to leave as years of a work–life juggle takes its toll.
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 ‘brittle consensus’ or not? On Wednesday, Mark Butler and Anne Ruston debated their parties’ respective health policies at the National Press Club.
Public awareness grows around GP bulk billing concerns Medicare continues to be centre of the Federal Election, with promises that 90% of GP visits will be bulk billed being analysed in the mainstream media.