WA's $1.2bn Health System Overhaul Begins
Western Australia embarks on a $1.2 billion health system transformation. Discover how the new model aims to cut wait times and deliver world-class care for all West Australians.
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Christmas crash breaks spine of baby cancer patient
A 14-month-old boy battling cancer suffered a broken back and ruptured bowel in a Christmas Eve car crash near Maitland. His family's life is now a 'living hell' as they fight for his recovery.
Doctors label chronic pain, mental health patients 'difficult'
New Australian research reveals patients with chronic pain or mental health conditions are more likely to be seen as 'difficult' by GPs, potentially impacting care quality. Read the full findings.
Hospital dismissed severe back pain, left patient with nerve damage
Amanda Young's chronic back pain was dismissed by Townsville Hospital staff. A year later, surgery revealed severe bone spurs, but she says delayed care caused permanent nerve damage. Her story raises urgent questions about patient advocacy and pain manag
Widow Demands Answers Over Dementia Patient's Hospital Death
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.
$100M Low-Interest Loans for WA Aged Care Beds
The WA Government unveils a $100 million low-interest loan scheme to help aged care providers build new beds and upgrade facilities. Learn how this initiative tackles the critical shortage.
Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Italian choir brings joy to elderly migrants with dementia
An ECU research choir uses Italian songs to reconnect elderly migrants with dementia to their homeland, improving wellbeing and sparking cherished memories. Discover the power of music.
Patients stuck in $1000-a-day beds due to housing crisis
Canberra's housing shortage is forcing patients to languish in expensive hospital beds or be discharged into motels, straining the health system and leaving vulnerable people without support. Read the full investigation.
Bowel test result delay leads to late cancer diagnosis
A Hunter woman received a positive bowel screening result five months late, leading to a stage two cancer diagnosis. Experts clarify GP responsibility for follow-up.
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.
Cairns manhunt: One caught, dangerous patient still at large
Police in Cairns have arrested one man and continue a major search for a 'very dangerous' patient who escaped a mental health facility. Full details on the ongoing operation.
Major police manhunt after patient escapes Cairns Hospital
A major police operation is underway in Cairns after a dangerous patient scaled the hospital walls and escaped. Authorities warn the public not to approach the two men involved.
Aged Care Worker Unfit for Murder Trial, Court Hears
Suzanne Lupica, charged with murdering a Port Kennedy aged care resident, has been found mentally unfit to stand trial. The WA Supreme Court heard chilling details of the alleged attack. Read the full story.
35,000 Christmas gifts delivered to WA children in care
Western Australia's annual gift drive hits a major milestone, delivering festive cheer and 500 Scitech passes to children and young people in out-of-home care. Discover how the community rallied.
Free urgent care clinic opens near Canberra Hospital
A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.
Sleep Scientist Given More Jail for Patient Footage, Stalking
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital scientist Stuart James King receives additional four-month sentence for stalking and indecent acts. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
SA lung transplant centre hits 300-patient milestone
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.
WA Dental Clinics Operate Without Sedation Licences
Exclusive: Scores of WA dentists perform complex surgeries under deep sedation in unlicensed clinics, sparking a government safety review. Discover the risks and the push for new regulations.
Vikings Club Chisholm closure sparks community outrage
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
Charity Law Chaos: Australia's Not-for-Profit Regulatory Mess
Australia's 600,000 community groups face a nightmare of overlapping state and federal regulations. Denis Moriarty argues the system is broken and needs a reboot. Read why.
WA's $1.2b Stamp Duty Windfall Sparks Tax Reform Debate
Western Australia's stamp duty revenue has surged to $1.2 billion, far exceeding forecasts. This windfall highlights the urgent need for broader state tax reform to create a fairer and more stable system. Read the full analysis.
Hospital sleep scientist jailed for patient video access
A Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital sleep scientist has been sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for accessing intimate footage of female patients. Judge condemns hospital's filming practices. Read the full story.
Victoria passes adult sentencing laws for violent youth
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
Child sex offender's new parole bid blocks victim's career
Robert Marc Windsor, jailed for horrific child sex crimes, is set for another parole hearing. His brother and survivor, Mitchell, says the process forces him to delay his paramedic graduate application.
ACT bans 'good bloke' claims for paedophiles
The ACT government moves to stop child sex offenders using good character references to reduce sentences. New family violence safety notices also proposed.
WA Surrogacy Laws Pass Upper House in Historic Vote
Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
Seniors bombarded by calls after aged care data leak
Unscrupulous providers scraped private data from the My Aged Care website, leading to a barrage of sales calls targeting vulnerable older Australians. Learn how to protect yourself.
My Aged Care data leak sparks sales call barrage
Elderly Australians are being bombarded with aggressive sales calls after unscrupulous aged care providers scraped their private data from a government website. Learn how to protect yourself.
Defence Shake-Up Aims for More Bang for Buck
The Australian Government announces a sweeping defence overhaul to streamline spending and enhance military capability. Discover the key reforms and their impact on national security.
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