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.
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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.
Watchdog, AFP to investigate mistaken teen arrest in Canberra
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
Childcare centre proposal near Fairy Meadow petrol stations
A proposed 94-place childcare centre in Fairy Meadow requires a rule variation as it's within 500m of three service stations. The DA outlines plans for two-storey use and traffic management. Read the full details.
Parliament Security Failure: Contractor Had No Clearance
A contractor without security clearance accessed 100,000+ parliamentary emails. Senator McGrath calls it 'extraordinary failure of leadership'. Senate inquiry underway.
Childcare Educators Receive $200 Weekly Pay Increase
Early childhood educators across Australia celebrate second pay rise with up to $200 weekly increase. Learn how this historic wage boost impacts the childcare sector.
Inside Australia's Environmental Protection Law Negotiations
Exclusive look at how Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek secured landmark environmental reforms after intense negotiations with crossbenchers. Discover what's in the new deal.
Vote for Geelong's Best Early Childhood Teacher 2025
Nominations are now open to find Geelong's top kindergarten or childcare teacher for 2025. Discover the inspiring educators and cast your vote to recognise their incredible work.
Newcastle Port Security Breaches Spike Before Blockade
Police investigate a security breach at Port of Newcastle as 29 incidents reported in six weeks ahead of a major climate protest harbour blockade planned for this weekend.
Parliamentary inquiry into DPS email transfer
Department of Parliamentary Services faces inquiry over mass email transfer to external law firm, raising serious staff privacy and parliamentary privilege concerns.
Childcare crisis: Profit over children's needs
An experienced educator reveals how unrealistic childcare ratios and profit motives are pushing the sector to breaking point, compromising child safety and development.
Bunbury Prison Officer Investigated Over Inmate Photo
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
Thousands of WA Student Records Deleted
Massive data loss hits WA schools as thousands of student records deleted without backup. Education Department under fire for catastrophic IT failure.
Doctor's Registration Cancelled Over Privacy Breach
Perth doctor Anita Titus-George had her medical registration cancelled after sharing patient information with her ex-husband. Learn about the serious privacy violations.
Byford childcare fined $50k after child's traffic escape
Cuddles Early Learning in Byford fined $50,000 after toddler escaped into traffic. Learn about the safety failures and court ruling that demands immediate improvements.
Gotzinger Deli Meat Recall Over Listeria Concerns
Food Standards Australia warns consumers to return Gotzinger sliced deli meats due to listeria contamination. Products sold in NSW and QLD. Full refund available.
Newcastle childcare centre shock closure leaves parents scrambling
Over 100 Newcastle families are desperately seeking childcare after Darby Street Early Learning Centre announced its December closure. Parents face limited options during the worst possible time of year.
Townsville councillor fights false tender breach claims
Townsville councillor Suzy Batkovic refutes inaccurate reporting about council's tender regulation breach. Get the verified facts about this developing story.
Balga Childcare Arson: Police Investigation Underway
Arson squad investigates suspicious fire at Nurture Through Nature childcare centre in Balga. One person assisting police with enquiries. Community shocked by deliberate attack.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
Byford School Blood Testing Puts Students at Risk
Students at Byford John Calvin School exposed to blood-borne diseases due to improper blood sugar testing procedures. Health Department investigating serious breaches.
Knifeman shot dead by police in Caboolture incident
A 26-year-old man was fatally shot by Queensland police after stabbing another man in the neck and threatening a woman with a knife in Caboolture. Investigations continue.
$37m for National Child Safety Check System
The Albanese government invests $37 million in a national real-time checking system to prevent criminals from working in childcare, ensuring child safety nationwide.
Childcare charged over toddler's gate hanging death
An Australian childcare centre and three staff face charges over the death of toddler Ebony Thompson in an accidental hanging. The case highlights critical failures in child supervision.
Perth Law Firm Data Breach: Client Info on Dark Web
Major WA law firm Paterson & Dowling suffers devastating cyber attack, with highly confidential client data including financial records and personal details leaked online by hackers demanding ransom.
Wallsend OOSH Closure Leaves Families Scrambling
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Lawyer faces being struck off for client money misuse
Perth lawyer Sanella Naumovski faces being struck off after admitting to multiple trust account breaches and inappropriate use of client funds, including payments to her bikie associate partner.
NSW childcare centres to display performance ratings
Major childcare reforms in NSW will require centres to publicly display performance ratings, giving parents unprecedented insight into compliance and quality standards.
Perth Football Club Suspended Over Costume Scandal
Osborne Park Football Club faces immediate suspension from Perth Football League after players wore racially insensitive costumes to presentation night, sparking community outrage.
NSW Childcare Crisis: Fees Set to Skyrocket
Exclusive investigation reveals how NSW childcare centres are struggling to survive, potentially forcing fees higher and leaving families in limbo.
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