ACT Schools Asbestos Cleanup: 11 Still Closed
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
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Albion Park dad fights cancer to save family home
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Liev Schreiber rushed to hospital with mystery illness
Hollywood star Liev Schreiber hospitalised following severe headache scare. Get the latest on his health condition and recent medical history.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
Atherton Hospital redevelopment enters final stage
The $42.4 million Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches its final construction phase, delivering enhanced healthcare services for Far North Queensland communities by mid-2024.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Sand Cause Chaos
Mass ACT school closures over asbestos-tainted sand create parent chaos. Why did Canberra act alone when other states kept schools open? Full analysis inside.
Emma Johnson closes Pony Hair Studio after cancer diagnosis
Newcastle business owner Emma Johnson makes heartbreaking decision to close Pony Hair Studio after stage four breast cancer diagnosis. Community rallies with $71,000 in support.
Townsville Aged Care Patients With Nowhere To Go
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
Homeless Teens Stuck in Mental Health Wards
Vulnerable homeless teenagers are being kept in mental health wards despite being ready for discharge because they have no safe housing. This systemic failure costs millions and harms recovery.
New mobile health clinic brings specialist care to WA
Heart of Australia's HEART 7 mobile clinic begins service in remote Western Australia, providing life-saving lung cancer screenings and specialist healthcare to regional communities.
TikTok's Impact on Australian Mental Health
Explore how TikTok affects youth mental health in Australia and learn strategies to navigate digital content safely. Discover expert insights today.
Lady Gaga's mental health crisis during film role
Lady Gaga opens up about surviving psychotic crisis while filming A Star Is Born and taking lithium medication that led to tour cancellation. Read her emotional journey.
Joondalup Endometriosis Clinic Opening in 2026
Federal government announces Joondalup endometriosis and pelvic pain clinic opening 2026. New specialist center to transform women's healthcare access in northern suburbs.
QLD Soccer Club's Mental Health Mission & Record Bid
Queensland's Westminster Warriors soccer club is using its 40th anniversary to tackle community mental health, planning a world record attempt and fundraising for vital support services. Discover how they're scoring goals off the field.
Geelong Hospital Ambulance Ramping Crisis Worsens
New Barwon Health data reveals worsening ambulance ramping at Geelong University Hospital, with patients waiting hours for emergency care. Urgent action needed to address this healthcare crisis.
Power Outage Hits Joondalup Hospital Operations
Critical systems at Joondalup Health Campus were disrupted by a nearly three-hour power outage Tuesday night. Emergency protocols activated during the hospital power failure.
Teachers Struggle with Complex Student Needs
Australian educators face unprecedented challenges meeting students' complex needs. Expert Lee Casuscelli calls for urgent support and systemic changes to help teachers succeed.
Tooth decay hospitalises 1300+ Hunter children yearly
Alarming rise in child tooth decay hospitalisations in Hunter New England. Free dental checks go unused as experts urge parents to act on preventable health crisis.
Newcastle Baths Renovation Health Concerns Raised
Community group questions Newcastle Ocean Baths redesign, citing pandemic lessons and public health benefits of open-air facilities. Experts warn another pandemic likely.
Measles Alert: Multiple Exposure Sites in WA Regions
Health authorities issue urgent warning after two confirmed measles cases visited multiple locations across Western Australia's South West and Great Southern regions. Public health alert active.
Royal Perth Hospital expansion in $1.5B WA health boost
Western Australia's healthcare system receives massive funding injection with Royal Perth Hospital expansion announced as part of ambitious building program to address growing demand.
Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup Debuts in Newcastle
Newcastle hosts the inaugural Sleapys Foundation Cricket Cup, bringing together local clubs for a groundbreaking tournament supporting youth mental health awareness and services across the Hunter region.
Lara RSL's 96km walk raises thousands for veterans
A determined team from Lara RSL has completed an epic 96km walk, raising thousands of dollars to support mental health services for Australian veterans in need.
Australia's prosperity paradox: wealth up, wellbeing down
New analysis reveals Australia's prosperity paradox - we're richer than ever but our wellbeing is declining. Discover what's missing from our national success story.
WA Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms Hospital Emergency Depts
Shocking new report reveals Western Australia's mental health system is failing, with desperate patients flooding emergency departments due to critical gaps in community care services.
WA Government Acts on Hospital Crisis After Dangerous Conditions
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags
The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.
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