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Join Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) President at the 64th Clinical Update on the Gold Coast this 22-23 February. Dr Wright will deliver the opening keynote address and take part in a fascinating panel discussion looking at the Future of AI in General Practice. Register now: bit.ly/3PwJ43t

This decision will save lives. The RACGP welcomes Mark Butler MP announcing that from February 3 this year a free RSV vaccine will be available for pregnant women. I urge all pregnant women to get the vaccine from your GP once it's available. #RSV

From rural healthcare, to education, and services to the community, the 2025 Australia Day Honours has recognised GPs from across the country, thanking them for their contributions. bit.ly/3CeaurV

Our QLD Chair Dr Cath Hester gave evidence at the QLD Parliamentary Committee’s public hearings last week for the inquiry into Revenue Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 on GP payroll tax exemption. We praise the QLD Govt amendments to this bill. Others need to do the same.

Out west, we don't have enough GPs. But as WA chair Ramya Raman told Claire Sadler - the RACGP has solutions. There was a boost in GP training numbers in Victoria after that state offered a $40,000 incentive. All governments should follow suit. #GP thewest.com.au/news/health/fu…

We welcome the Albanese Government’s $573m for #women’shealth, particularly funding for #IUDs and #menopause health assessments, which the College has been calling for. Ged Kearney Mark Butler MP #auspol bit.ly/4jT3bqj

Yesterday the RACGP has signed our third MOU with NACCHO. This signals our ongoing commitment to jointly advocate for the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

While the $8.5b investment in Medicare demonstrates bipartisan support for general practice, we have heard and share member concerns about the focus on bulk billing. We’ve developed a list of FAQs to provide more info on how the RACGP is responding. racgp.org.au/advocacy/advoc…

Research Grants open until 4 April! Turn your ideas into impact with support for your major research project. Submit your EOI with the Aus General Practice Research Foundation to enhance GP care & Aus healthcare. Apply now 👉 racgp.org.au/foundation/res… #ResearchGrants #GPResearch

We’re hosting a national member webinar to get feedback around recent #Medicare election announcements. Led by Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) President, the panel will feature Dr rebekah hoffman and Cubiko CEO Chris Smeed. Find out what these proposed changes could mean for you. bit.ly/4ikA2mg

The Govt this evening released their 2025 #Budget, including a record $8.5bn investment in general practice and #Medicare. RACGP Vice President Dr Ramya Raman breaks down what this budget means for GPs and patients. A full deep dive will be published in the next 24 hours #AusPol

The 2025/26 Fed Budget dropped last night. Here is how GPs and patients will fare with the Govt’s commitments on general practice and #Medicare. For a truly sustainable health system, the Govt must listen to GPs and ensure funding is targeted effectively: racgp.org.au/advocacy/advoc…

Thank you to all our major partners for supporting Hackathon 2025!

The 3 May Federal Election is crucial for the health of our community. Political parties backed many RACGP initiatives to boost the specialist GP workforce and #Medicare. We’ll continue to call for increased patients’ rebates for those who need it most. #Auspol #Election2025

The 2025 RACGP Hackathon inspired GPs to lead the way in creating solutions to everyday challenges in general practice, with the help of tech minds and business experts. bit.ly/42gwZW2

The Govt’s $1b #mentalhealth package misses the profession which provides more psych support than any other part of our health system: general practice. Instead of further fragmenting care, we should increase Medicare rebates so patients can see their GP: www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/profess…

Today we’ve launched our annual Health of the Nation survey, and we need you to have your say. The survey closes on 4 May and all responses are anonymous.  Click here to access it: racgp.org.au/general-practi… You could also win a 12-month RACGP membership for 2025-2026.

Only days left to have your say in our Health of the Nation survey, which closes Sun 4 May. Our Vic Fac Chair, Dr Anita Munoz says “data is the best way to influence government and policymakers, followed by real stories that illustrate that data." Act now tinyurl.com/racgp4

Are you a new fellow seeking guidance or an experienced GP interested in mentoring? The RACGP Mentoring Program is now open. Find out more and Apply now: bit.ly/3RUVa7H

🚨 GP research grants now open! 🚨 Got an idea to improve general practice? We want to back you. 📅 Apply 12 May – 20 June 🔗 bit.ly/4m92oCK Dr Rochelle Sleaby did it—now it’s your turn. #GPResearch #GrantsOpen