Rural GP role showcased to SA’s future doctors From career panels to rural experiences, students got a firsthand look at the diverse opportunities a general practice career can offer.
Half of overseas-trained GPs using expedited pathway An evaluation found 419 GPs had applications granted by the end of 2025, with 11% of those working in rural and remote areas.
What does balance look like for you? A GP-produced video is asking just that, aiming to embed the importance of work–life balance from the start of registrars’ careers.
AMA announces next President GP Dr Michael Bonning will begin the role in November, with emergency medicine specialist Dr Sarah Whitelaw named Vice President.
PBAC to consider ADHD drugs’ initiation requirements It will discuss proposed changes to PBS listings for atomoxetine and guanfacine, including to reduce specialist-only requirements.
Keytruda expanded further on PBS The ‘extraordinary’ drug is now listed for advanced cholangiocarcinoma, ovarian cancer, Merkel cell carcinoma, and urothelial cancer.
In Practice: DoHDA issues Prescriber Bag guidance Following compliance concerns, it outlines appropriate ordering practices and professional responsibilities when ordering medicines.
Existing practices ‘shutout’ of funded bulk-billing clinics: RACGP Staffing, funding and eligibility requirements have been released for the six new NSW practices, but the college is concerned it creates an ‘unlevel playing field’.
Next RACGP President announced Dr Ramya Raman has been elected to the role, which she will take over in November, saying ‘it’s not a responsibility that I will take lightly’.
Report reveals persistent cracks in fragmented mental health system Painting a ‘complex picture’, it warns funding alone cannot fix a system plagued by uneven access, workforce pressure and data gaps.