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24 Nov 2025

People requiring urgent mental health care still ‘stuck' in EDs

A major report has laid bare the inadequacy of Australia's mental health care system, revealing that public hospital emergency departments (EDs) still remain the only option for many people needing acute mental health care.

15 Dec 2025

ACEM statement on Bondi tragedy

We are deeply saddened by the tragedy that occurred yesterday in Bondi at an event celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.

21 Nov 2025

President's Update

I want to start by saying a heartfelt thank you. It has been an honour and privilege to serve as President. It’s been a busy and rewarding two years and I’ve enjoyed it immensely.

19 Dec 2025

‘Safety-first’ approach to avoid the ED this festive season

With many public hospital emergency departments (EDs) expecting to be busier than ever this festive season, emergency clinicians from Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are urging a safety-first approach to the holidays so that people can avoid a long wait in the ED. 

01 Feb 2026

President's Update

We were all horrified by the antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in December. Our thoughts and condolences remain with those within the Jewish community and beyond who were affected by this unspeakably evil act. There can be no place for race-based hatred and violence across our two nations.

19 Jan 2026

ACEM welcomes hospital capacity boost and push for aged care reform

ACEM has welcomed the NSW Government’s progress toward delivering 60 additional inpatient beds across Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals, as part of ongoing efforts to ease pressure on the broader health system.

09 Feb 2026

2025.2 Buchanan Prize winners

ACEM is proud to congratulate the winners of the Buchanan Prize.

29 Jan 2026

New national hospital funding agreement must reduce pressure on EDs

As negotiations continue on a new National Health Reform Agreement between the Commonwealth and state and territory governments, public hospital emergency department (ED) physicians hope to see a funding agreement that helps the system support dignity, safety and quality care for patients.

10 Feb 2026

SA doctors issue three-point election plan to parties

South Australian doctors say South Australia needs an overarching health strategy to ensure every person can access safe, timely care from a qualified health professional, no matter where they live.

08 Oct 2025

ACEM statement on the role of non-medical practitioners in EDs

The Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM; the College) has released updated guidance on the role of non-medical practitioners working in emergency departments (EDs), to ensure the safe and effective deployment of these roles.