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When someone needs mental health supportNews & Events
September 10, 2026

Recognising When Someone May Need Mental Health Support

If someone you know hasn’t seemed like themselves lately, knowing what to look for and when to check in can help you decide what to do next. It can be…
Could It be perimenopauseNews & Events
August 19, 2026

Could It Be Perimenopause? What Happens Next?

Your periods haven’t stopped, so could it really be perimenopause? Changes can begin years before your final period and affect far more than your menstrual cycle, including your quality of…
What increases your risk of diabetesNews & Events
July 20, 2026

What Increases Your Risk of Diabetes?

Most people associate diabetes with blood sugar, insulin or cutting back on sweet foods. However, your risk is also influenced by factors such as age, family history, pregnancy, blood pressure…
What is RSVNews & Events
June 12, 2026

You’ve Heard of RSV, But What Is It Actually?

RSV comes up a lot in winter, especially around babies, grandparents, childcare, schools and aged care. Most people know RSV is something to avoid, but many are less sure about…
What having family doctor actually meansNews & Events
May 13, 2026

What Having a Family Doctor Actually Means for Your Family

Most families have a trusted mechanic, childcare centre, or local café they rely on. Healthcare often works the same way. Over time, a family doctor understands far more than a…
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April 20, 2026

Why now is a good time to book your flu vaccine

Why now is a good time to book your flu vaccine As the weather starts to cool, flu season is not far away. For families, now is a sensible time…
Why your skin remembers the sunNews & Events
March 11, 2026

Why Your Skin Remembers the Sun

If you live in Australia, you live in the country with the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. In Queensland, the risk is even higher. In fact, around…
Heart healthNews & Events
February 25, 2026

Small Choices That Shape Your Heart

Did you know? Almost everything you do has a knock on effect on your heart health. From the air you breathe to how you sit at your desk, how often…
Kids lunches at schoolNews & Events
January 28, 2026

Why Your Lunch Decides Your Afternoon (and Your Kid’s School Day Too)

If your child fades in class by mid-afternoon, or you find yourself staring at a screen at 3pm wondering where your energy went (and how long till knock-off), the answer…
silhouette happy and healthyNews & Events
December 18, 2025

Our 2025 Numbers Mean a Lot to Us, Here’s What They Mean to You

When we looked back at 2025, the numbers told an incredible story. But while these milestones mean a lot to us as a practice, what really matters is what they…
New years resolution paper in a hand at the beachNews & Events
November 20, 2025

A Healthier 2026 in Brisbane: 7 Refreshingly Doable Ideas to Start Strong

Did you know around 80–90% of New Year health resolutions fade by March? It’s usually not because people don’t care, it’s because the goals are too complicated, or too expensive…
How to Know If You Could Benefit from GP Mental Health Support graphicAnnouncementNews & Events
October 28, 2025

How to Know If You Could Benefit from GP Mental Health Support

What You’ll Find in This Article What mental health actually means Signs you may benefit from professional GP support What GP mental health support really offers What happens in a…
AnnouncementNews & Events
June 23, 2025

MyMedicare

Morningside General Practice Clinic is now registered with MyMedicare. What is MyMedicare?  MyMedicare is a (voluntary) patient registration system that aims to formalise the relationship between patients, their general practice,…
AnnouncementNews & Events
June 19, 2025

Dr. Stella Panagiotou

Morningside General Practice Clinic warmly welcomes Dr. Stella Panagiotou this Saturday, 21st June. Dr. Stella has worked with Belmont General Practice Clinic for 12 years and brings a wealth of…
AnnouncementNews & Events
May 29, 2025

Dr. Jayanthi Ravi

Morningside General Practice Clinic is proud have Dr. Jayanthi (Jay) Ravi join us on Saturday, 7th June. If you have visited our Belmont clinic, Dr. Ravi will be a very…
AnnouncementNews & Events
May 8, 2025

HotDoc Quick Consults

Exciting news!  Our clinic has begun using 'Quick Consults' - an easy option for people without much time to see their GP. For a small out of pocket fee, Quick…
AnnouncementNews & Events
May 6, 2025

Dr. Nicola Shankey telehealth update

After hours telehealth now available Wednesday evenings Dr. Nicola Shankey is now available for after hours telehealth consultations on Wednesday evenings. Appointments are now available online or by phoning Reception…
AnnouncementNews & Events
May 2, 2025

Labour Day public holiday

We are closed on Monday, 5th May for Labour Day. Morningside General Practice Clinic reopens as normal on Tuesday, 6th May. For all life-threatening emergencies, please call 000.  For urgent…
AnnouncementNews & Events
April 22, 2025

ANZAC Day public holiday

We are closed on Friday, 25th April to observe ANZAC Day. Morningside General Practice Clinic reopens as normal on Saturday, 26th April. For all life-threatening emergencies, please call 000.  For…
AnnouncementNews & Events
April 16, 2025

Quality Improvement Achievement

Morningside General Practice Clinic's Practice Manager, Jenny Boehm and Second in Charge, Pam Brownie were proud to implement a new influenza clinic model in 2024, which saw a generous uptake…
AnnouncementNews & Events
April 4, 2025

2025 Influenza vaccines – update

We have received our 2025 supply of the Influenza vaccines. You qualify for a free public influenza vaccine if you are one or more of the following categories: Aboriginal and…
April 2, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

Easter Trading Hours

Morningside General Practice Clinic is open for appointments on Easter Saturday and Sunday.  We are closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday.  Our operating hours over this time are listed…
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March 8, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

Ex-TC Alfred – updated Saturday 8th March 2025

Morningside General Practice Clinic will reopen for all appointments from tomorrow, Sunday 9th March 2025. While heavy rain is forecast for the next two days, we will continue to prioritise…
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March 4, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

TC Alfred clinic information – updated Friday 7th March

Due to the slow approach and intended landfall area of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the decision has been made to close our clinic tomorrow, Saturday 8th March.  We will be available…
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March 3, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

2025 Influenza vaccines

The public stock of Influenza vaccines for 2025 is expected to arrive in early April. You qualify for a free public influenza vaccine if you are one or more of…
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February 18, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

Welcome Dr. Andre Michalski-Russell

This Wednesday 19th February, Morningside General Practice Clinic happily welcomes Dr. Andre Michalski-Russell to the clinic.  Dr. Andre graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2014, before achieving fellowship with…
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January 23, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

Primary Healthcare Nurses Day 2025

We celebrate our fabulous Nursing team by acknowledging Primary Healthcare Nurses Day on Wednesday, 5th February. Who are Primary Healthcare Nurses?  These amazing people are not the same Nurses you…
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January 22, 2025 in Announcement, News & Events

Australia Day public holiday

We are open for appointments this Sunday, 26th January. The public holiday to celebrate Australia Day is observed on Monday.  Due to this, we are closed on Monday 27th January,…
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December 2, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Welcome Dr. Piyumal Tennakoon

Morningside General Practice Clinic would like to welcome Dr. Piyumal Tennakoon to the clinic. Dr. Tennakoon has now commenced working full-time and is available for appointments Monday to Friday, 8.30am…
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September 2, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Online payment for telehealth is now available

We are pleased to announce online payment for all phone and video consultations is now available. No card details are stored at our clinic; rather payments are secured through HotDoc…
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August 15, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Welcome to Dr. Joanna Farage

Morningside General Practice Clinic is proud to have Dr. Joanna Farage join the team of experienced GP's at our clinic. Dr. Jo grew up on the Gold Coast and worked…
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August 2, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Fee increase

We wish to advise patients from 1 August 2024 we have had a fee increase. This has been made necessary by the ongoing rise in operating costs. Morningside General Practice…
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July 25, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Online payments for telehealth are coming

Over the coming weeks, our clinic will be introducing HotDoc payments for all phone and video consultations.  Watch this space!
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June 27, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Influenza vaccine for travellers

If you are one of the lucky people to be travelling over the school holidays then please remember your Influenza vaccine.  No matter if you are travelling locally, interstate or…
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June 19, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Influenza vaccine for travellers

If you are one of the lucky people to be travelling over the school holidays then please remember your Influenza vaccine.  No matter if you are travelling locally, interstate or…
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May 30, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Beyfortus (RSV) vaccine for infants

We are happy to announce we now have the Beyfortus vaccine (for Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in stock.  Supply is very limited at the moment so please book an appointment with…
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January 30, 2024 in Announcement, News & Events

Welcome to our new website

Welcome to our new website! We're excited to invite you into the digital realm of Morningside General Practice Clinic. Your well-being is at the heart of our mission, and this…
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November 15, 2023 in Announcement, News & Events

Christmas opening hours

Closed:  Sunday 24 December – 25 December – 26 December Closed:  1 January 2024 All other hours opened as per clinic hours.
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