ACSQHC unveils first new brand and 2025–30 strategic plan
29 July, 2025The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has unveiled its first new brand since establishment in 2006, along with a five-year strategic plan.
Doctors shouldn't be allowed to object to medical care if it harms their patients
28 July, 2025 by Julian Savulescu, Visiting Professor in Biomedical Ethics, Murdoch Children's Research Institute; Distinguished Visiting Professor in Law, University of Melbourne; Uehiro Chair in Practical Ethics, The University of MelbourneHealthcare professionals aren't pacifists refusing conscription into the military. They freely choose healthcare careers — that comes with obligations.
Victorian Medical Equipment Replacement Program funds 10 projects
22 July, 2025In Victoria, 10 projects across eight health services will receive funding as part of a program to replace and upgrade critical diagnostic and surgical equipment.
Where to from here? A sustainable path for day hospitals
22 July, 2025 by Amy Sarcevic*The effects of day hospital underfunding are being felt across health care. For a sustainable path forward, Hospital + Healthcare speaks with Jane Griffiths.
Australian GP practices perform well in 19-country chronic conditions survey
18 July, 2025Australia has performed well in a chronic conditions survey, which collected data from 107,000 patients and 1800 primary care practices across 19 countries.
Heating and cooling systems: advanced features for health care
15 July, 2025 by Kyle Rafter* | Supplied by: Fujitsu General Australia Pty LtdHealthcare facilities demand precise control over temperature, humidity and air quality across various zones. Here's some advanced heating and cooling system features.
2025 HESTA Excellence Awards finalists announced
09 July, 2025From a pool of more than 420 nominations, 24 national finalists across eight categories have been announced for the 2025 HESTA Excellence Awards.
Wage theft: law changes, compliance and prevention in health care
08 July, 2025 by Emma Bucholtz* | Supplied by: LegalVision Pty LtdNew wage theft federal laws came into force this year. A lawyer sets out the changes, how compliance can be ensured and best practice prevention procedures.
Renewal fee rebate for parental and other leave now in effect
07 July, 2025A 30% annual renewal fee rebate is now in effect for practitioners taking all forms of leave on the grounds of a protected attribute, Ahpra has announced.
WA's Health Support Services appoints Giles Nunis CEO
04 July, 2025In WA, Health Support Services has appointed Giles Nunis its new Chief Executive Officer, thanking Acting Chief Executive Scott Goder for his transition leadership.
The ACCC institutes Federal Court proceedings against Bupa
30 June, 2025The ACCC has instituted Federal Court proceedings against Bupa for breaches of the Australian Consumer Law, jointly asking the Court for a $35 million penalty.
Whiteley opens $25m Human Therapeutics Plant in the Hunter
25 June, 2025 | Supplied by: WhiteleyHuman Therapeutics Plant, a new $25 million facility for the manufacture of alcohol-based hand rubs and over-the-counter medicines, has opened in Tomago, NSW.
NSW announces legislative approach to Northern Beaches Hospital
23 June, 2025Amendments have been announced that will allow NSW, if required, to terminate the Northern Beaches PPP contract as if a hospital operator default had occurred.
First public warning issued under new laws
20 June, 2025For the first time since its power to issue public statements came into force two years ago, Ahpra has issued a public warning about a suspended practitioner.
Inaugural Hospital + Healthcare Excellence Awards — nominations open
16 June, 2025With 15 individual awards across eight categories and two special awards, nominations are now open for the Inaugural Hospital + Healthcare Excellence Awards.
