Sexual misconduct findings added to public register under "landmark reforms"
10 April, 2026Existing sexual misconduct findings of around 100 health practitioners have been added to Australia's publicly accessible and searchable registers.
Purpose-built acute distress unit within Westmead ED announced
07 April, 2026To provide a secure, therapeutic environment designed to support patients experiencing acute distress, a new purpose-built unit within Westmead ED has been announced.
"Targeted supports" launched for former patients of Simon Gordon
07 April, 2026In response to "serious concerns" raised by women about care relating to a former gynaecologist, Australian and Victorian Government supports have been announced.
Camfil Megalam HEPA Filter
02 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Camfil Australia Pty LtdThe Megalam HEPA filter is purpose-built to meet the rigorous EN1822:2009 standards, providing a certified 99.995% filtration efficiency at the Most Penetrating Particle Size (MPPS) to ensure optimum particulate removal.
Ahpra launches the National Scheme Strategy 2031
19 March, 2026The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency has launched the National Scheme Strategy 2031, centring on three strategic themes.
AMA Victoria releases statement after Albury Wodonga Health suspension
13 March, 2026Following the suspension of Dr David Clancy from Albury Wodonga Health, AMA Victoria has released a statement publicly acknowledging the concerns of staff.
Overall public hospital performance worse than 10 years ago, report suggests
13 March, 2026The Australian Medical Association has released its 2026 Public Hospital Report Card, suggesting overall performance remains "significantly worse" than 10 years ago.
Illegal work at four aged care facilities among recent prosecutions
09 March, 2026Ahpra has highlighted three recent criminal cases involving health practitioners working unregistered, including the first prosecution of a medical radiation practitioner.
Private services to continue at Northern Beaches Hospital until June 2027
09 March, 2026When NSW Health takes back operational management of Northern Beaches Hospital, private services will continue to be offered until 30 June 2027.
The Royal Melbourne Hospital named a winner in the 2025 WorkSafe Awards
27 February, 2026For transforming its return-to-work practices, The Royal Melbourne Hospital has been named one of the eight winners in WorkSafe Victoria's 2025 WorkSafe Awards.
NSW takes "immediate action to intervene" at Cumberland Hospital
26 February, 2026On 25 February, the NSW Government appointed an independent team of experts to oversee the management of Cumberland Hospital, with immediate effect.
Almost half of Queensland Health doctors meet risk of burnout — survey says
20 February, 2026Results are in from the Queensland Health Medical Workforce Wellbeing Survey to which more than 2000 doctors responded.
Sexual harassment between doctors — workplace interventions to prevent and minimise harms
20 February, 2026Published in February, an Australian National University and University of Glasgow co-edited collaborative research anthology tackles sexual harms between doctors.
Free live webinar to explain WHS legal obligations in health care
20 February, 2026To explain healthcare business owners' WHS legal obligations, commercial law firm LegalVision is offering a free live webinar on Wednesday.
Legislation introduced to improve private health choice and transparency
13 February, 2026The Australian Government has introduced legislation intended to help patients find the best value when they need specialist medical advice and treatment.
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