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The RCPA is responsible for the training and professional development of pathologists.

15/09/2026

Last week, the RCPA’s New Zealand Committee met at Butterfly Creek in Auckland to discuss the College’s priorities and continued commitment to advocate for pathology across Aotearoa (and have a mandatory photo op with Dinomite the Dinosaur!)

The meeting was productive, with committee members engaging in discussions around:

🟣 Strengthening the pathology workforce and advocating for additional training positions.
🟣 Supporting sustainable, high-quality and responsive pathology services.
🟣 Progressing the RCPA’s New Zealand advocacy priorities and engagement with Health New Zealand.

The committee also explored opportunities to increase consumer engagement in pathology planning and decision making, as well as enhancing cultural safety and Pathology Update 2027, taking place in Ōtautahi Christchurch in March.

With the New Zealand General Election just weeks away, the committee’s focus also turned to the RCPA’s key asks to protect and improve the provision of diagnostic pathology services across the motu.

Members who will be attending the RCPA Connects events in Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington this week will hear more about this from RCPA Vice President for New Zealand, A/Prof Diane Kenwright.

Thank you to all our committee members for a great meeting.

Read more about how the RCPA is advocating for pathology in Aotearoa New Zealand ahead of the General Election this November RCPA - https://rcpa.me/aotearoa-new-zealand-general-election

10/09/2026

RCPA’s Scholarships in Pathology Program is back for 2026, with 36 scholarships worth between AU$1,000 and AU$2,000 on offer.

The program provides an opportunity to explore the practical side of pathology beyond what you might experience in the everyday medical school, university or hospital environment.

Your scholarship could support a:
🔬 Research project
🧪 Laboratory experience
🏥 Elective term
🔍 Immersive pathology experience

Scholarship recipients will also receive complimentary full registration to Pathology Update 2027, taking place next March in Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand.

The scholarships are suitable for:
•Medical students enrolled at an Australian Medical Council (AMC) accredited medical school, including dedicated scholarships for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander medical student, a Māori medical student or a medical student based in a rural or regional setting.
•Science and dental students enrolled in an accredited university across Australasia.
•Medical students studying at eligible medical schools in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Papua New Guinea and Fiji.

📅 Applications close at 23:59 AEST on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your experience and explore where a career in pathology could take you.

Apply today. https://rcpa.me/scholarships-in-pathology

08/09/2026

How can multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) improve cancer care, and make the most of greater pathology input, molecular testing and emerging technologies?

Join host Dr Ben Dessauvagie as he speaks with Prof Gelareh Farshid, A/Prof Pranav Dorwal and oncologist A/Prof Jenny Lee to discuss the importance of open communication, mutual respect and active participation in ensuring that multidisciplinary teams are effective and support shared clinical decision making.

The panel also explores the role of these collaborative forums where pathology, radiology and clinical information are integrated to guide patient management.

🎧Listen to the full conversation via your favourite podcast app or at https://bit.ly/The-pathology-report-enhancing-multidisciplinary-care

For RCPA members, a reminder that this podcast is an RCPA-endorsed CPD activity. Each episode gives you an opportunity to gain CPD hours in three easy steps. Just listen or watch the episode, complete the short quiz and we will upload your CPD hours for you.

08/09/2026

It was wonderful to take part in the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association (AIDA) Conference on Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar land in Perth last week.

The conference provided an opportunity to connect with medical students and junior doctors and share how the RCPA supports Indigenous medical professionals throughout their training and careers, while highlighting the diverse opportunities available in pathology.

Attendees also had the chance to step into the world of pathology through the RCPA’s virtual reality experience. Exploring pathology at the forefront of diagnostic medicine proved to be both fun and insightful!

A special thank you to AIDA's new CEO, Phillip Saunders, for dropping by to learn more about the College and our work. Thank you also to Dr Phillipa Edmiston, an RCPA microbiology Trainee, for sharing her experience with junior doctors on what it is like to be a pathology registrar.

If you are interested in a career in pathology, make sure you sign up to our careers newsletter for the latest news and opportunities.

🔗https://rcpa.me/careers

06/09/2026

Did you catch the latest episode of The Pathology Report on shifting approaches in treating high-stage melanoma?

With practical strategies for pathologists wanting to stay up to date on the latest advances in neoadjuvant care - including what to look for in post immunotherapy biopsies - listen to the full conversation via your favourite podcast app or at https://rcpa.me/The-Pathology-Report-S2-Ep7-melanoma

🎧For RCPA members, a reminder that this podcast is an RCPA-endorsed CPD activity. Each episode gives you an opportunity to gain CPD hours in three easy steps. Just listen or watch the episode, complete the short quiz and we will upload your CPD hours for you.

04/09/2026

Meeting with top people, in the top end 🌴💓

It was an absolute pleasure to kick off the RCPA Connects member meetings in Darwin earlier this week.

For RCPA CEO Dr Louise Wienholt, President Prof Sandra O'Toole and Vice President A/Prof Chris Hemmings, it was a chance to join members for dinner, hear local updates and to share news from the College.

Thank you to NT Health Department Chief Executive Susan Bowden for joining the event, and to all the members who came out to celebrate the pathology community.

The next stop for RCPA Connects is Aotearoa, New Zealand with meetings happening across the country from 15 to 17 September. View the event listings on the RCPA website for details and to register.

02/09/2026

Registrations are now open for Pathology Update 2027, the RCPA's annual scientific conference.

Join us in Ōtautahi Christchurch New Zealand from 5 to 7 March to reimagine the future of pathology.

🌐Find out more https://rcpa.me/PathUpdate27-register

Keep an eye out for updates, including announcements of international speakers, exciting program developments, and opportunities to make the most of Pathology Update 2027.

01/09/2026

Patients with endometrial cancer are set to gain access to subsidised genotype testing after a successful application by the RCPA.

More than 3,000 people are diagnosed annually with endometrial cancer, and the specific genetic profile of the disease can have a significant impact on treatment options and prognosis.

🧬 Endometrial cancers with mutations in the POLE gene generally have an excellent prognosis and a very low risk of recurrence.

By testing for POLE mutations, care teams can gain a better understanding of a patient's risk and potentially avoid adjuvant chemotherapy or radiotherapy. POLE genotyping is currently the standard practice of care - however to date most patients have had to pay for this test out of pocket.

➡️Now, following a positive recommendation to the RCPA's application by the Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC), patients diagnosed with endometrial cancer are a step closer to accessing the subsidised test. It's expected that the MBS item will be made available after the Federal Government's implementation process takes place.

Thank you to the RCPA Fellows involved in bringing this application forward, and helping to ensure equitable access to pathology testing.

26/08/2026

Understanding of how to best treat high stage melanoma has shifted significantly in recent years.

With clinical trials demonstrating the benefits of neoadjuvant immunotherapy, pathologists are taking on an increasingly active role within clinical care teams, evaluating post-immunotherapy biopsies and informing the next steps in care.

Join host A/Prof Diane Kenwright and anatomical pathologists Dr Louise Jackett, Dr Robert Rawson and Dr Danielle Vignati as they explore the latest research and share practical approaches to help pathologists navigate this rapidly evolving field.

🎧Listen to the full conversation via your favourite podcast app or at https://rcpa.me/The-Pathology-Report-S2-Ep7-melanoma

For RCPA members, a reminder that this podcast is an RCPA-endorsed CPD activity. Each episode gives you an opportunity to gain CPD hours in three easy steps. Just listen or watch the episode, complete the short quiz and we will upload your CPD hours for you.

19/08/2026

The RCPA is pleased to announce A$11,500 in prizes for accepted e-poster and oral abstracts at Pathology Update 2027.

Abstracts form the backbone of the scientific programs, and these prizes recognise and celebrate submissions to Pathology Update 2027 that are original, innovative and clinically relevant.

There are five award categories across all disciplines, with options for different career stages.

The conference website contains all the information needed to make your submission
🌐https://rcpa.me/PathUpdate27-abstracts

Good to know:
➡️Oral submissions close 7 September 2026
➡️E-poster submissions close 21 October 2026
➡️Each abstract is reviewed by at least three anonymised reviewers.

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