Drug companies pay doctors over A$11 million a year for travel and education. Here’s which specialties received the most

The Australian College of Nursing comments on the ‘Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce - Scope of Practice Review’ (the 'Cormack Review'), which examines barriers, benefits and risks that health practitioners face in working to their full scope of practice in primary care. ACN Interim CEO, Professor Leanne Boyd, says potential reforms will “attract more people to nursing, keep more nurses in nursing, and attract experienced nurses back to nursing”.

The Australian Department of Health and Aged Care has updated its National Health Workforce Dataset (NHWDS) with Medical 2023 data. Our comprehensive analysis of this latest data reveals key insights into Australia’s registered medical practitioner workforce. Learn about the rising number of specialists, the decline in GP numbers, and the latest trends in demographics and workforce participation. Read our in-depth review here.

Many dental occupations sit on the Skills Priority List and are deemed in shortage in Australia’s labour market. While Jobs and Skills Australia identifies four main types of skills shortages - Long Training Gap, Short Training Gap, Suitability Gap, and Retention Gap - this article delves into additional factors affecting dental workforce supply in Australia, offering insights from current statistics and demographic data.

The federal government has announced a $25.2 million program to help Australia’s nurses and midwives tackle stress, burnout and turnover. The free, confidential service includes a telehealth line and website to access peer support, advice and referrals. The next phase is a rollout of four in-person hubs and regional offices nationwide, offering both face-to-face and telehealth services. This initiative aims to support this vital workforce, improving job satisfaction and retention.