Registrations are open for the 2024 GP Practice Owners Conference

Changes to labour market testing requirements have been announced which simplify the process for health and medical employers recruiting international workers. From 11 December 2023, it is no longer a requirement for employers to advertise on Workforce Australia before sponsoring a worker on a Subclass 482 or 494 visa. Employers now only need to advertise across two valid job platforms, instead of three.

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is currently accepting applications for 2025 ACRRM Fellowship training. Applications are now open until 8 April 2024. See more information regarding eligibility, training regions, training pathways, funding options, the application process and fellowship program details.

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has published its Workforce Survey Report 2024, after conducting a nationwide survey of its members and analysing the results. Participants were invited to share their perspectives on workforce challenges and federal priorities for psychiatry and the mental health sector. The results reveal how burnout and staff shortages continue to impact the workforce, services, and patient care.

Are you interested in Aged Care? Aged care is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia. With many reforms taking place over the next few years, including the Single Assessment System and The Support at Home program, the Department of Health and Aged Care have published a range of resources to help both employers and job seekers to understand these changes and the workforce development opportunities available.