WA Bulk Billing Rates Lag Behind Rest of Australia
Western Australia faces a bulk billing crisis with the lowest rates nationally. Discover why out-of-pocket GP costs are rising and what it means for patients.
Western Australia faces a bulk billing crisis with the lowest rates nationally. Discover why out-of-pocket GP costs are rising and what it means for patients.
Parking fee revenue at Wollongong Hospital skyrocketed by 80% last financial year, reaching $3.48 million. Discover the reasons behind the surge and what it means for patients, visitors, and staff.
New TISC data shows Western Australian students who choose advanced maths or a foreign language significantly boost their ATAR scores. Discover the impact on university admissions.
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
Australian cricket legend Damien Martyn is progressing well in hospital after being diagnosed with meningitis. His family thanks fans for their incredible support. Read the latest.
Newcastle-born halfback Jack Hamilton will captain Oxford University against Cambridge in the historic 143-year-old Varsity Match this February. The Wanderers junior is preparing with a rare Australian tour.
The University of Melbourne mourns the loss of its first female vice-chancellor, Professor Emma Johnston AO, a transformative science leader who died from cancer at 52.
From a dramatic lake plunge to a multi-million dollar heist, we go inside the ACT's most significant court cases of 2025. Discover the stories behind the headlines.
University of Newcastle research reveals mussels from Jervis Bay's pristine waters are exceptionally rich in a highly absorbable form of omega-3 fatty acids, highlighting a unique Australian superfood.
An 18-year-old Canberra man faces court accused of performing Nazi salutes at shopping centres and defacing ANU buildings with neo-Nazi stickers. Police warn of radicalisation signs.
Discover where Geelong's highest-achieving school leavers are heading to university in 2024 and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for future careers.
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Discover where Geelong's brightest 2023 graduates are heading to university and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for the future.
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Canberra Times readers argue the Bondi massacre highlights an epidemic of anti-Semitism, not gun laws, and criticise government inaction on campus hate and a 'farce' remuneration commission.
Get an exclusive look at Edith Cowan University's new $853 million Perth CBD campus, set to open in February 2025. Discover the state-of-the-art facilities and what it means for students and the city.
Architect Neil Appleton shares his pride in ECU's extraordinary new Perth campus, a transformative $853 million project set to redefine university education in Western Australia. Discover the vision.
ECU's Braden Hill reassures Year 12 students that a low ATAR is not a dead end. Discover the multiple alternative pathways into university and future success.
The anxious wait is over for WA school leavers as ATAR results are released. Discover the top performers, key trends, and what's next for the Class of 2024.
Over 10,000 WA students will receive their ATAR results at 9pm tonight. Holly Brooks, a scholarship recipient, shares her journey and plans for a gap year. Find out more about this pivotal moment.
A former UOW executive manager has reported the university to the NSW corruption watchdog, citing an 'accountability deficit' and concerns over conflicts of interest. Read the full details.
Townsville mother-of-two Dr. Jessica McKinnon graduates as a doctor after a decade of study, inspired to give back to her community. Read her inspiring story.
The University of Newcastle has concluded its largest-ever graduation ceremonies, celebrating nearly 4000 students. The final event honoured future doctors and health professionals, including inspiring graduate Natalia Hogan.
Mandurah residents urged to prevent mosquito bites after a new University of Adelaide study links warmer temperatures to increased Ross River virus outbreaks. Learn the risks and how to protect yourself.
University of Wollongong Chancellor Michael Still has told a parliamentary inquiry his discussions led to former Vice-Chancellor Patricia Davidson's resignation. Read the full details from the explosive hearing.
Merewether High and St Francis Xavier College graduates react to impressive ATARs. Top achievers share their relief and future plans for medicine, law, and engineering. Read their inspiring stories.
Thousands of NSW and ACT HSC graduates have received their ATARs today. Discover the key results, top scores, and what the median rank means for university offers.
University of Wollongong executives questioned over financial decisions including a massive student accommodation loss and costly renovations for Prince Andrew. Read the full inquiry details.
Over 60,000 NSW Year 12 students will access their ATAR from 9am on December 18. Learn how to check your rank and hear from locals on why the score is just one step in life's journey.
Canberra's top Year 12 students have received their ATAR results. Meet the high achievers, learn their study tips, and discover their ambitious university and career plans for the future.