RACGP

21/11/2025

A new addition to the RACGP’s ‘First do no harm’ guide walks GPs through a best practice approach to deprescribing antidepressant medications.

The new addition to the RACGP’s First do no harm guide walks GPs through a best practice approach to deprescribing antidepressants.

21/11/2025

The November AJGP is now available via the digital journal – read or listen to the latest peer-reviewed research, stay up to date between patients, and share insights with colleagues. Explore AJGP digital through your RACGP member portal: https://bit.ly/4oW5rPY

20/11/2025

Problems with a new AHPRA registration system and dissatisfaction with notification handling helped drive a 42% spike in complaints to the National Health Practitioner Ombudsman last year.

Problems with a new registration system and dissatisfaction with notification handling helped drive a 42% spike in complaints to the Ombudsman last...

20/11/2025

Another way to stay connected with the AJGP

Professor David Wilkinson introduces the new AJGP digital journal and app – a flexible addition to the print and online editions.

Read, listen and share – wherever and whenever it suits you.

Explore the AJGP digital journal through your RACGP member portal: https://bit.ly/4oW5rPY

19/11/2025

New ABS data shows patients had ‘outstanding access’ to GPs last year, with the RACGP President saying it shows investing in the GP workforce ‘gets results’ – another ‘groundbreaking’ report shows why it must continue.

New data shows investing in the GP workforce ‘gets results’, says the RACGP President, but a separate ‘groundbreaking’ report shows why this must...

19/11/2025

Celebrating excellence in GP led research at the GP25 Conference Awards.

We are thrilled to recognise the outstanding recipients from GP25:

• Peter Mudge Medal
Awarded to Dr Shruti Yardi for research on Specialist Reconciliation in general practice.

• Rhee Family Award for Research in Aged Care
Awarded to Professor Claire Jackson (accepted by Dr Cathryn Hester) for research on frailty screening and management for older Australians.

• Alan Chancellor Award
Awarded to two first time presenters:
– Dr Jasmine Lau for research on prescribing psychostimulants for adults with ADHD
– Dr Christopher Dickie for research on what drives prevocational doctors to choose general practice

• Best Poster Prize
Awarded to Dr Mahesh Ravutha Gounden for research on the management of boils in general practice.
Congratulations to all recipients for advancing research that strengthens general practice across Australia.

18/11/2025

An official Victorian Government campaign advising people they can resolve certain medical issues ‘without a visit to the GP’ has been slammed by the RACGP.

The RACGP has slammed a new Victorian Government pharmacy campaign, which encourages patients to ‘get it at the chemist without a visit to the GP’.

17/11/2025

In an Australian first, Queensland's GPs will be able to initiate, adjust and continue ADHD prescriptions for adult patients with no extra training from 1 December.

In an Australian first, the state’s GPs will be able to initiate, adjust and continue prescriptions for adult patients with no extra training.

16/11/2025

And that’s a WRAP on 🎉
What an incredible three days! It was amazing to see so many of our members in attendance, connecting with one another and soaking in everything the conference had to offer.

Here are some highlights from DAY THREE:
✨ Engaging keynotes from Dr Justin Coleman and an international panel session with Dr Michael Wright, A/Prof Karen Flegg, Dr Sarah Cook and Dr David Chao
✨ A range of different topics in the concurrent sessions, including the RACGP Registrar Wellbeing Project
✨ Poster presentations
✨ Australian General Practice Research Foundation Awards
✨ RACGP Fellowship Awards and function

It’s been a huge week in the sunshine state and we have so much more to share over the coming weeks! Thanks to everyone who came and made it such a successful and memorable event.

16/11/2025

Day two at is done and our final day three has kicked off 🎉
It was an incredibly busy day all around, with so much to see and do!

Here are some highlights from DAY TWO:
✨ Breakfast symposiums – GP-led management in endometriosis, national lung cancer screening and RACGP research breakfast
✨ Ministerial address and ADHD announcement with the Hon Tim Nicholls
✨ Engaging keynotes from Professor James Ward and Lorraine Finlay
✨ A range of different topics in the concurrent sessions
✨ A busy exhibition hall with special guest appearance from some wellbeing Llamas
✨ Poster presentations
✨ National awards
✨ Conference awards and dinner

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15/11/2025

Day two of began with a landmark change for ADHD care in Queensland.

From 1 December, specialist GPs will be able to initiate, adjust and continue prescriptions for ADHD medicines for adults – a first for Australia.

This reform marks a major step forward in recognising GPs’ expertise in safely managing chronic and complex conditions. It will improve timely and affordable access to care, reduce specialist wait times, and bring ADHD treatment closer to home – particularly for people in regional and remote areas.

We'd like to thank the Queensland Government and Health Minister Tim Nicholls for working with the College to bring about this important, evidence-based reform that reflects the essential role GPs play in providing ongoing, coordinated care for everyone in Australia, regardless of their postcode.

15/11/2025

Day one at is done and day two has kicked off 🎉
It was an incredibly busy day all around, with so much to see and do!

Here are some highlights from DAY ONE:
✨ Smoking ceremony to start the day
✨ Welcome to Country from Aunty Kathryn Fisher and Torres Strait Islands statement of intent from Aunty Dr Rose Elu
✨ Fireside chat with RACGP President Dr Michael Wright and Health Minister Mark Butler MP
✨ Engaging keynotes from Leigh Sales AM, CMO Professor Michael Kidd, and Dr Wright
✨ A range of different topics in the concurrent sessions
✨ Tribute to Emeritus Professor John Murtagh AO
✨ Welcome reception
✨ GP Advocates networking event

Stay tuned to our stories on Facebook and Instagram for live updates of the conference!