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TRANSCRIPT 14 JULY 2026 Calls for reform of the pharmacy sector in Australia AMA Queensland Immediate Past President Dr Nick Yim spoke to 4BC radio about the Grattan Institute's report into the pharmacy sector Transcript: AMA Queensland Immediate Past President, Dr Nick Yim, 4BC radio, Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, Tuesday 14 July 2026 Subject: Grattan Institute report into Australia's pharmacy sector CARLA BIGNASCA: Well, should Australia allow pharmacies inside supermarkets?

TRANSCRIPT 1 JULY 2026 New laws governing e-mobility use come into force in Queensland AMA Queensland Past President Dr Maria Boulton spoke to the Today show about the need for further education on riding e-mobility devices as new restrictions begin in Queensland.

NEWS 1 July 2026 In a time when online misinformation swirls more ferociously than a Queensland summer storm, the state is fortunate to have Dr Marianne Gale as a beacon of calm. Queensland’s new Chief Health Officer not only meets the technical requirements for the job, but brings a warm, practical sensibility honed through years of clinical practice, overseas experience and COVID-19 management.

NEWS 24 June 2026 AMA Queensland's Women in Medicine Breakfast in Cairns brought together healthcare professionals from across North Queensland for a morning of networking, inspiration and conversations about balance in medicine. AMA Queensland was delighted to welcome doctors, medical students and healthcare professionals to our Women in Medicine Breakfast in Cairns.

NEWS 24 JUNE 2026 National data are showing fewer influenza cases recorded compared to the same period last year. Now is the time for medical practitioners to continue to vaccinate and protect patients ahead of a winter peak. Compared to previous years, fewer people in the 65 years and over group have been vaccinated for flu.

NEWS 17 June 2026 AMA Queensland's 2026 award recipients have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to medicine, healthcare leadership, rural practice, advocacy and service to the profession. AMA Queensland is proud to recognise the recipients of its 2026 awards, honouring outstanding individuals whose leadership, innovation, advocacy and dedication have made a significant contribution to medicine, healthcare and the communities they serve.

Winter is here, and with it the Queensland budget, to be handed down on 23 June. There’s a long list of things we want health funding to deliver, but above all of them sits the need for a clear plan on how to recruit and retain the nearly 6000 extra doctors Queensland needs by 2032. The backbone of a workforce action plan is critical to supporting the muscles of the health system.

30 June is just around the corner and another financial year is almost behind us. Now’s the time to get your records in shape, tidy up the books, and make sure nothing has been missed. To make things easier, we’ve shared a few practical tips to help you get organised and avoid last-minute stress. For doctors: Don’t leave these to the last minute. Service fees are often one of your biggest expenses. Check that they’ve been paid in full and in line with your agreement before 30 June.

The end of the financial year is a smart time for medical practices to pause and take stock of finances, staffing and their often-overlooked insurance cover. Practices evolve constantly and even small changes can create unexpected risk if your insurance hasn’t kept pace. A proactive review now can help uncover hidden gaps and ensure your coverage is fit for purpose heading into the 2026-27 financial year. Here are seven practical steps to help protect your medical practice with confidence. 1.

For many Australians, buying a home has become harder than ever and government programs are stepping in to help bridge the gap. Two of the most common pathways are the Help to Buy Scheme and the 5% Deposit Scheme, each offering support but working in very different ways. Doctors also have another layer to consider: how do their unique lending benefits compare to these schemes? Help to Buy scheme Help to Buy is a shared equity arrangement where the Australian Government becomes a co‑owner with you.