Industry News
Construction commences on $100m New Epping Medical building
Construction is underway on the six-storey, 8200-square-metre New Epping Medical building, which will accommodate a range of specialist healthcare providers. [ + ]
Balcony and nearby construction activities linked to RPA deaths
The investigation report into the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital fungal outbreak that occurred in the transplant ward between October and December 2025 has been released. [ + ]
$10K fine for former nurse who forged registration certificates
A former nurse who forged two registration certificates to conceal that she was unregistered while continuing to work has been fined $10,000. [ + ]
The Agency establishes National Clinical Governance Committee for Digital Health
To guide Australia's approach to emerging technologies such as virtual care and AI in health care, the Australian Digital Health Agency has established a national committee. [ + ]
Ahpra launches the National Scheme Strategy 2031
The 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
Following the suspension of Dr David Clancy from Albury Wodonga Health, AMA Victoria has released a statement publicly acknowledging the concerns of staff. [ + ]
Private services to continue at Northern Beaches Hospital until June 2027
When 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
For 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
On 25 February, the NSW Government appointed an independent team of experts to oversee the management of Cumberland Hospital, with immediate effect. [ + ]
Free live webinar to explain WHS legal obligations in health care
To explain healthcare business owners' WHS legal obligations, commercial law firm LegalVision is offering a free live webinar on Wednesday. [ + ]
New Footscray Hospital, Melbourne officially opens to patients
Affectionately referred to as "the People's Hospital", the new $1.5bn Footscray Hospital in Melbourne's west has officially opened to patients. [ + ]
PhD scholarship announced for nursing leadership in digital health
Australian Catholic University has partnered with the Australian College of Nursing, Ausmed and Monash Health to launch a PhD scholarship program. [ + ]
Legislation introduced to improve private health choice and transparency
The Australian Government has introduced legislation intended to help patients find the best value when they need specialist medical advice and treatment. [ + ]
St Vincent's Hospital Sydney junior doctors class action underway
Seeking recovery of unpaid overtime, a class action has commenced in the Federal Court of Australia on behalf of junior doctors at St Vincent's Hospital Sydney. [ + ]
Teachers Health Group announces Simone Tregeagle as next CEO
Teachers Health Group, which encompasses Nurses & Midwives Health, has announced that Simone Tregeagle will be the new CEO — commencing 1 July 2026. [ + ]
