The RACGP undertakes advocacy on behalf of its members at a national level. In addition, the RACGP supports and encourages members to undertake grassroots advocacy with their local MPs and candidates.
The Federal Budget for the 2026-27 financial year was released on Tuesday 12 May 2026. The Budget outlines the government’s priorities and funding allocations for the forward estimates.
The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) is concerned for patients after the Federal Government ignored expert advice from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) by allowing pharmacists to prescribe the oral contraceptive pill.
We're looking for GPs to join our GP Advocate Network to help expand our advocacy reach, shape the future of general practice in Australia and deliver on the RACGP Advocacy Plan priorities
For members of the RACGP GP Advocate Network. Quick access to the resource to support you in building a long-term relationship with your elected representative and the electronic feedback form.
See RACGP’s 2026 SA election policy platform here
RACGP member feedback shows that GPs want to be able to do more for their patients living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
The bulk billing incentive will increase from November. Find resources to help you navigate patient conversations and the impact on your practice.
Discover more about what the expanded bulk billing incentives mean for you
FAQs on the 1 November 2025 changes to MBS mental health services.
Access the latest information and resources related to the upcoming 2025 Federal Election
From 1 July 2025, there will be a new framework for Medicare chronic disease management (CDM) items
The Federal Budget for the 2025-26 financial year was released on Tuesday 25 March 2025
The 2024-25 Federal Budget (the Budget) was released on Tuesday 14 May 2024
MyMedicare is the government's new voluntary patient registration scheme
The government may be imposing payroll tax on the earnings of contractor GPs, which means your GP will need to stop bulk billing you, increase fees or close the practice
Assignment of benefit and signature requirements for telehealth services have changed
From 1 September 2024, general practitioners (GPs) are able to write scripts for 60 days with five repeats for more PBS medications for chronic stable conditions
The RACGP’s Vision for general practice and a sustainable healthcare system outlines a model of care that aims to address many of Australia’s long standing healthcare challenges
Information for members considering representation roles
The Federal Budget for the 2023-24 financial year was released on Tuesday 10 May
The RACGP recognises climate change as a key public health issue and GPs have a key role in our communities
Advocacy for action on climate change mitigation and adaptation
It outlines the arguments for a strategic and systematic approach to incorporating social prescribing into the Australian healthcare system
The RACGP undertakes advocacy on behalf of its members at a national level with Federal Ministers, via meetings and letters
The Australian Government announced the Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce (Scope of Practice Review) in the 2023-24 Federal Budget as part of its response to the Strengthening Medicare Reform Taskforce.
This report identifies and details a number of key CIS functions and roles
Keep up to date with regulation and compliance topics
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