Shocking new data reveals tobacco-related harm is hospitalising 35 West Australians every day at a staggering cost of $129 million to taxpayers. The alarming figures highlight a growing public health crisis.
Exclusive data reveals outpatient clinic waitlists at Newcastle's John Hunter Hospital have surged 71% to over 51,500, with patients facing decade-long delays for specialist care. Experts demand urgent federal funding.
Months after a $50 million urgent funding boost, less than half has been spent on WA's crumbling hospitals. Health Minister cites project complexity, while the Opposition criticises the pace.
A damning audit reveals systemic failures at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, with hundreds of leaks endangering patients. The WA Government pledges a $50 million fix.
A damning audit reveals systemic failures at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, with hundreds of leaks endangering patients. The Cook Government pledges a $50 million fix. Read the full investigation.
A damning audit reveals Western Australia's public hospitals are plagued by thousands of maintenance failures. Discover the shocking findings and the government's delayed response.
Radiographers and support staff at St John of God Geelong Hospital will walk off the job for 24 hours amid a bitter pay dispute with employer Lake Imaging. Find out how this will impact patient services.
A scathing editorial demands an end to political spin and urgent action to fix Western Australia's failing hospital system, plagued by ramping and bed shortages.
Moore MP Tom French insists his constituents are satisfied, despite the indefinite delay of the promised Yanchep hospital. Get the latest on the stalled health plans.
A 2024 review found Canberra Hospital trainee doctors were unsupervised and performed unqualified work. The hospital failed key training standards but retained accreditation.
A Townsville widow is fighting for answers after her husband, a dementia patient, died following an incident with another patient in a North Queensland hospital ward. Read the full investigation.
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.
A cancer ward at Newcastle's Calvary Mater Hospital was kept open for over a year with dangerous mould, prompting calls for an independent public inquiry. Read the full investigation.
A Geelong man has faced court accused of a violent Christmas Day incident at University Hospital Geelong, allegedly assaulting staff and damaging property. Read the full details.
A violent rampage by an alleged intruder at University Hospital Geelong has left staff and patients shaken. Police have charged a man following the disturbing incident. Read the full story.
The SA government reveals the interior of the new $3.2 billion Women's and Children's Hospital. See the state-of-the-art facilities set to open in 2026 and how they'll transform healthcare.
Plans for the old Bulli Hospital site redevelopment have been revised, with Landcom proposing a two-stage subdivision due to complexities along the southern boundary. Read the latest.
A national audit reveals thousands of hospital deaths were caused by human error and poor decision-making. Experts call for urgent training overhaul and better systems. Read the full report.
Ambulance ramping crisis worsens at Townsville University Hospital, with a record four-hour handover delay revealed. New data shows system under severe strain. Read the full report.
Staff at Townsville University Hospital have transformed the children's ward into a winter wonderland, bringing festive joy to young patients and their families this holiday season.
A major expansion for St John of God Subiaco Hospital has been approved, adding a vital radiation oncology service. The new facility will save patients time and centralise cancer care in Perth.
Multinational healthcare giant Ramsay Health Care acquires Canberra's National Capital Private Hospital in a $251 million deal, marking its first ACT investment. Operations expected to transition in mid-2026.
The WA government confirms an extra $1.9 billion in health funding, including $7.6m to fix ageing cardiac labs at Fiona Stanley Hospital. Read the full budget update.
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.
A timeline for the new Cairns Hospital helipad has been announced, while the masterplan for the critical surgical centre is still in development. Get the latest updates on this vital health infrastructure.
Exclusive first look at the $100 million Townsville University Hospital expansion. See the new critical care tower and how it will transform healthcare for North Queensland. Read the full story.
A 34-year-old man has been charged after an alleged assault outside a Hurstville hotel left a 49-year-old man fighting for his life. The victim remains in an induced coma.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.