News & analysis
Latest news and analysis from the RANZCP.

Update
Crazy Socks 4 Docs Day 2025Today marks CrazySocks4Docs Day, an initiative aimed at raising awareness and breaking down the stig...
Trainee news
Discontinuation of the CEQ ExaminationAfter careful consideration of the role and format of the Critical Essay Question (CEQ) examination,...
Media release
Psychiatrists welcome workforce investment in South Australian BudgetWith the state’s shortage of psychiatrists expected to intensify over the next three to five years, ...
Media release
An Unacceptable Mental Health SystemLast night’s Four Corners episode, Emergency, shone a light on the urgent need for reform of the men...
Update
Welcoming our new President, Dr Astha TomarThe Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) welcomes Dr Astha Tomar to th...

President's message
President's Column May 2025Message from the RANZCP President for May 2025.
Update
National Reconciliation Week 2025This week from 27 May to 3 June is National Reconciliation Week.
Media release
RANZCP response to diagnosis and treatment of ADHD by GPsMedia release
No lifeline for struggling mental health system in Budget, say psychiatristsHalfway through its term, the Government still has no clear plan to fix a struggling mental health s...
Grants & awards
Congratulations to Dr Cassandra Geeman and Dr Chris HenryDr Cassandra Geeman and Dr Chris Henry have been awarded gamadji nanggit Scholarships.
Policy
Health provider compliance strategy and priorities released (Australia)They highlight Medicare claim obligations, non-compliance areas, and overseas claiming rule.

Profile
Member profile: Dr Ben BraveryMeet Dr Ben Bravery, a Stage 3 trainee working as Chief Psychiatry Registrar at St Vincent’s Hospita...