When I tell people that we’ve never mandated our team to return to the office, the follow up question is always the same: “So, does anyone actually come in?” The answer always surprises people and then they want to know what we did to get people back.

Amidst growing cost-of-living pressures, the number of GP clinics bulk billing standard non-concession adult consultations has decreased. In this article, we unpack some of the factors likely contributing to the decrease and explore some of the potential access implications. We hope this will spark curiosity and encourage a conversation about how to ensure that access to primary care remains affordable into the future for all Australians.

Public purpose organisations are constantly navigating complex challenges in their drive to maximise impact and achieve their mission. Regular reviews and updates of your capability framework are essential to ensure alignment with your evolving goals and the changing needs of your stakeholders. How do you know when it’s time to review your organisation’s capability framework?

Mandating that people are physically present doesn’t encourage collaboration, promote connection, or foster a positive culture. Start by asking why a mandate is necessary and target the real problem. Then you can build a culture that truly nurtures collaboration and connection, wherever your team is.

Exciting research into precision medicine promises great improvements in the lives and health of Australians, provided these scientific advancements can be successfully implemented into the health system. Read more to learn about precision medicine, the significant benefits to wellbeing it can unlock, and the difficult conversations we need to have while integrating it into our society.

Many people I know in the public purpose sphere are grappling with budget repair measures and their corresponding impact on operating budgets. There are opportunities to be grasped for those brave enough to use this challenge as a springboard for reimagining their organisational design.​