Record triple zero calls, as hospitals face 'unprecedented pressure' Cases of patients having to 'get themselves to hospital'. Newcastle Herald · Sep 17, 2024
'Bait and switch': sneaky state tax on GPs to cause patient fees to rise Patients getting a 'dud deal' as GPs face 'watershed moment'. Newcastle Herald · Sep 16, 2024
'It'll get worse before it gets better': GP shortage led to clinic closure 'I got tired of begging doctors to come and work for me.' Newcastle Herald · Sep 13, 2024
Bulk-billing 'very small' in Newcastle, says GP who questions federal data 'The add-ons are bulk-billed and they're counting them.' Newcastle Herald · Aug 25, 2024
Rapid tests needed to detect viruses or bacteria, amid antibiotics shortage GPs give antibiotics 'just to be safe', fearing worse-case bugs. Newcastle Herald · Aug 20, 2024
'They have to choose which kid to take to the doctor': patients struggling Amount of clinics with closed books revealed amid GP shortage. Newcastle Herald · Aug 7, 2024
Selfless final act of Newcastle doctor taken by crocodile on family holiday He was walking with his wife and children when he fell into the water. Newcastle Herald · Aug 6, 2024
'Door kicked in': Crack down on aggression in GP offices with new laws 'You've got to be tough about that. We have zero tolerance.' Newcastle Herald · May 9, 2024
NSW government tax grab on GPs to send consultation fees above $100 Payroll tax on GPs would hike fees by about $15 in Newcastle. Newcastle Herald · Mar 22, 2024