Escaped Cairns forensic patient faces court over assault
A man who escaped from a Cairns forensic facility has faced court, charged with assaulting family members while on the run. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
A man who escaped from a Cairns forensic facility has faced court, charged with assaulting family members while on the run. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
Cairns Hospital's surgical capacity is under immense strain. A new surgical centre is urgently needed to serve the growing Far North Queensland population. Read why this is a critical priority.
A Townsville man has been sentenced in the Magistrates Court for supplying drugs within a correctional facility. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
New data shows a devastating pattern of suicide in Townsville, with men diagnosed with mental illness at greatest risk. Experts call for urgent, targeted intervention.
A Grattan Institute report reveals stark inequalities in psychosocial support across Australia. Access should be based on need, not location. Read why reform is urgent.
Meet the WA teens behind Zero2Hero, empowering young people with mental health skills to prevent suicide. Discover how their peer-led workshops are creating change.
A landmark 20-year study tracking over 16,000 Australian workers reveals how working from home and commuting differently affect men's and women's mental health. Discover the optimal hybrid model.
Private equity specialist Neil MacDonald will lead the $7bn Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility as its new CEO from 2026, focusing on jobs and economic growth. Read more.
Darrell Charles Clarke was arrested at a Stuart waste facility after fleeing police. The 39-year-old faces multiple charges including dangerous driving. Read the full story.
Psychologist Phillipa Brown shares expert advice on managing loneliness during the holidays. Learn how to reach out and find support, including telehealth services available on Christmas Day.
The mental health team at Lotus Glen Correctional Centre has been recognised with Queensland's top corrective services award for their innovative rehabilitation programs.
Two inmates were hospitalised following a reported stabbing at Western Plains Correctional Centre in Geelong. Police are investigating the incident that occurred on Tuesday afternoon.
Canberra real estate agent Jonny Warren shares his inspiring journey from ice addiction and homelessness to running a successful business while giving back to the community through Movember and cancer charity support.
Three Newcastle friends are walking 60km from Nelson Bay to Newcastle to raise funds for men's mental health and suicide prevention. Join their Movember challenge.
Brianna Gunn, 27, shares her journey of rage and grief after her father Dave Graham died by suicide in 2020. She will speak at the Running Through Darkness charity event in Newcastle.
Perth's Corporate Boxing Event 2025 raised over $210,000 for Strong Minds Strong Schools, funding mental health programs for Western Australian students. Discover the highlights!
A Farmborough Heights man could be found not criminally responsible for his father's murder due to mental illness, the NSW Supreme Court has heard. Verdict expected in December.
WorkSafe Victoria reports alarming 40% rise in mental injury claims driven by workplace aggression. New campaign targets employers to improve psychological safety.
A new wellness centre has opened in Cairns to provide crucial mental health support for mothers facing perinatal challenges. Discover how this facility helps local families.
Mission Australia's youth survey reveals Townsville teens face higher mental health challenges than Queensland peers. Discover the critical findings and urgent call to action.
Wests Group unveils a $6.7 million high-performance netball facility in Mayfield, strengthening Newcastle's bid for a 2027 Super Netball franchise and boosting local sport.
New Mission Australia survey reveals Hunter youth are more employed but stressed about housing and living costs. Discover the key findings and what needs to change.
Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?
Chad Hardy, diagnosed with schizophrenia, stands trial for murdering his NDIS-funded housemate. The case raises questions about mental health support in group homes.
Cairns women gain improved access to breast cancer screening with new public service reducing wait times and private sector reliance. Early detection saves lives.
Bedford resident Tina Baldwin, 76, is named Lifeline Australia's Volunteer of the Year after 41 years and 33,000 crisis calls. Discover her heartfelt journey.
New research reveals why many Australians struggle with toxic relationships. Discover the signs of love addiction and how AI chatbots highlight our need for connection.