Chronic illness worsens as Medicare faces pressure
Over 5100 deaths a year in the Hunter are linked to chronic disease, with experts warning the crisis will deepen without urgent Medicare reform and targeted funding. Read more.
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Australian man extradited for child sex abuse
John Michael Kaleel, 69, has been extradited from Australia to Los Angeles to be sentenced for child sexual abuse. He fled after his conviction. Read the full story.
ACT teachers report daily violence in high school classrooms
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
WA Govt's 2026 Focus: Health and Housing Remain Key
Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti outlines the WA Government's ongoing commitment to health, housing, and economic stability as core priorities for 2026. Read the full plan.
Cook Government slammed over WA's declining health outcomes
New WA Health data reveals alarming declines in diet, exercise, and mental health, with the Opposition blaming the Cook Government's five health ministers for failing to deliver. Discover the full impact of the cost-of-living crisis on West Australians.
WA teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
Teacher charged over alleged sexual abuse of student
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
Over 250,000 Australians Without Access to a Vet
A critical shortage of veterinary services is leaving hundreds of thousands of Australians and their pets in the lurch. Discover the regions most affected and what's being done.
Pressure mounts for Bondi Royal Commission
Calls grow for PM Albanese to launch a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction stabbing, examining mental health and security failures. The nation demands answers.
Mandurah teacher charged with sexually abusing student
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
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.
Petition for Rural Health Travel Scheme Reform Gains Thousands
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.
2025 Review: WA Health Crisis, Defamation Case, Ozzy Bond
A look back at a tumultuous 2025 in Western Australia, featuring a major health system crisis, a landmark defamation victory for Senator Linda Reynolds, and the passing of iconic couple Ozzy and Eileen Bond. Read the full recap.
Townsville Hospital handover delays hit four-hour record
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.
Aussie teacher trades classroom for Santa's workshop in Lapland
Central Coast teacher Mia Sheppard, known as 'Crunchy', is spending eight weeks working as an elf in Santa's Lapland workshop. Discover her magical journey from the Australian summer to the Arctic winter.
Irish teacher Sarah Halpenny dies unexpectedly in Melbourne
The Australian-Irish community mourns the sudden death of beloved teacher and athlete Sarah Halpenny in Melbourne. A fundraiser has surpassed $300,000 AUD.
Wollongong teacher cleared of assault, gambling charges
Wollongong PE teacher Phil Saunders has had all charges against him dismissed in local court. Read the magistrate's detailed reasoning and the emotional courtroom outcome.
Cairns Hospital Surgical Centre Demand Grows
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.
Teacher aide Julie Waters retires after 41 years
Townsville school community bids an emotional farewell to beloved teacher aide Julie Waters after her remarkable 41-year career. Read the heartwarming story.
Geelong teacher Natasha Singh wins top 2025 award
Norlane's Natasha Singh has been named Geelong's Best Kindergarten Teacher for 2025. Discover her inspiring journey and teaching philosophy that won over the community.
Townsville's heartbreaking suicide trend for men revealed
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.
Townsville's elderly stuck in hospital due to aged care crisis
Dozens of elderly patients in Townsville are stranded in a medical ward, unable to be discharged due to a severe shortage of aged care beds. Their plight highlights a growing national crisis.
Ambulance delays highlight NSW hospital bed block crisis
Newcastle residents face hours-long ambulance waits despite new stations, as paramedics queue at overcrowded hospitals. Readers demand state action on health funding and staffing.
Desperate Santa shortage hits WA weeks before Christmas
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
Govt to tackle hospital staff shortages, soaring locum fees
The Minns government announces a new internal locum agency and central workforce unit to address roster chaos and skyrocketing staffing costs in NSW hospitals, following a special inquiry.
Adelaide teacher charged with child sex offences
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.
Teacher charged over alleged stabbing of Melbourne principal
A Melbourne teacher allegedly stabbed his principal after being told his contract would not be renewed. The 37-year-old faces multiple charges following the violent altercation at Keysborough Secondary College.
Wollongong Hospital ED hits breaking point with bed crisis
Wollongong Hospital declares 'critical compromise' as 80 patients need urgent discharge and 50 wait for beds. Insiders warn of unsafe workloads and systemic underfunding. Read the full report.
Magnetic Island elderly lose vital care services
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Cairns Wellness Centre Opens for Mums' Mental Health
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.
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