Australia

Software, precision devices drive Australia’s diagnostic imaging growth

Australia held 4% of the APAC diagnostic imaging market in 2025.
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Australia to invest $13m in international clinical trial collaborations

Research will test new treatments, drugs, and devices in real-world care.

Australia launches ‘Open Science Policy’ for health research

Data, methods, software, and code should be shared openly.

Australia pharma to reach $24.5b by 2030 despite 'anniversary' price cuts

Pharmaceutical spending is driven by demand and new product launches, says BMI.

Australia expands Medicare incentives to increase GP bulk billing

Changes could save families hundreds of dollars in medical costs.

How can drugmakers adjust to tighter price controls?

Cost pressure will persist as the government curbs healthcare spending.

Peninsula University Hospital completes full patient relocation

About 220 patients were transferred into the 12-storey tower on 20 January.

Australia commits $80.33m to 60 medical research trials

Funding focuses on chronic conditions, long COVID, and patient-informed technology.

Peninsula University Hospital reopens with capacity for 35,000 patients annually

The $730m redevelopment includes upgraded emergency department facilities.

Australian gov’t invests $9.70m for 306 GP training

This comes as more junior doctors are training for general practice.

NSW completes $297m rural health overhaul

The first stage of the Blayney  project added residential aged care and health services.

Metro North Health names Nick Steele as new chief executive

He will lead Queensland’s largest hospital and health service.

Australia opens 2 new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics

The network of clinics is easing pressure on Queensland hospitals.

Gunnedah Hospital launches $35.5m acute services building

The redevelopment enhanced emergency, maternity, and inpatient care.