The AMC Guidance Matrix for Medical School Standards

This Report, from the UK Health Foundation, shines a spotlight on the global recruitment race for Nurses. Many countries, including Australia, are competing for Nurses amidst a worldwide workforce shortage. While record numbers of overseas-trained nurses have joined the UK nurse register in recent years, better pay and working conditions in places like the US, Australia and New Zealand, are tempting many to leave the UK for positions abroad.

The Australian Government’s new Migration Strategy hopes to deliver significant reforms to our migration system and target the migration of skilled occupations that support the quality of life of all Australians. New visa classes, residency pathways, and integrity measures will improve job mobility and worker protections, thus motivating skilled professionals to move to Australia. Read more about these reforms and their potential impact on Australia’s health sector recruitment and workforce.

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) will hold its AMA24 Conference at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, from August 2-4, 2024. Registrations are now open and available to members and non-members. The conference is aimed at doctors across all career stages and specialty groups. It is CPD accredited and provides an opportunity to inspire, learn, discuss topics, and network. Find out more, including how to register, keynote speakers and program details.

The Royal Australia College of GPs (RACGP) urges the Government to fund more incentives and subsidised training to bolster GP numbers in community areas of need. Current incentives have proven effective, filling 114 training positions in areas of workforce shortage, many of which lacked registrars for extended periods. Newly filled GP training spots rose to 91% in 2024 from 85% in 2023, with an 11% increase in rural placements.