Bulk-billing GP access: Tasmania has locked in a new 100% bulk-billed TassieDoc clinic at Risdon Vale, aiming to deliver 20,000 GP appointments each year and ease pressure on hospitals. Patient safety oversight: AHPRA is again under scrutiny after claims it fails to investigate allegations of gross negligence and misconduct, with critics pointing to dismissals and limited transparency in complaints handling. Infectious disease control: Victoria is trialling eco-friendly mosquito control “auto-dissemination” traps to curb Buruli ulcer spread, following record case numbers and rising infections. Mental health law review: The ACT is consulting on reforms to the Mental Health Act 2015, including privacy, family/carer notification, and whether the Chief Psychiatrist should be able to revoke certain orders. Men’s health and violence prevention: Pacific leaders are urging fathers to rethink traditional gender roles to reduce gender-based violence, including within faith communities. Dental cost pressures: Australians are increasingly looking at dental tourism, with one Adelaide patient describing major savings after long waits and high local quotes. Regional health collaboration: A South Asia ENT congress in Colombo is spotlighting more equitable ear, nose and throat care across the region, with Australia among participating experts. Community health tech: Midland headspace is among centres receiving upgrades to support youth mental health services.