NSW Premier orders Blakehurst High health audit
NSW Premier Chris Minns has ordered a full health audit of Blakehurst High School after teachers revealed a potential cancer cluster. Read the latest developments.
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PM insists Higgins payout wasn't political decision
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addresses controversy over Brittany Higgins' $2.4 million compensation, denying political involvement in the settlement process.
Virtual Kids ED Expands Across Western Australia
Western Australia expands virtual emergency service for children, giving parents more options to avoid busy EDs. Learn how this initiative is transforming pediatric care.
Sweden Prescribes Travel for Mental Wellbeing
Sweden launches medical travel prescriptions, with doctors recommending nature walks and cultural activities to reduce stress and improve mood. Discover this innovative health strategy.
WA Hospital Funding Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Dental vans deliver care to remote Cape York
Queensland Health deploys mobile dental clinics to overcome geographical barriers in Cape York while fluoride debate continues affecting oral health outcomes.
Geelong dad creates support network after son's suicide
Kevin James of Geelong transforms personal tragedy into community support after losing his son to suicide. His story inspires mental health awareness and peer connection.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
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.
New ice rink sites proposed as Tuggeranong project stalls
Developers behind Canberra's delayed twin-sheet ice rink hit back at criticism and propose Commonwealth Park and Majura Park as alternative locations to Tuggeranong.
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.
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.
Trump and Greene clash over Epstein files release
Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with Trump, siding with Democrats to force a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. The public feud escalates as Trump withdraws his support.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
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.
Top lawyer reviews 'tensions' in Canberra cardiology
A top government lawyer has been engaged to review industrial matters amid serious tensions and allegations within Canberra Hospital's cardiology department. Read the latest developments.
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.
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.
Hospital ED Beds Closed Due to Sewage Pipe Burst
Emergency department beds temporarily closed at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital as urgent repairs continue on burst sewage pipe. Patient services affected during essential infrastructure works.
Sewage Sabotage Forces Perth Hospital Evacuation
A major sewage spill, believed to be sabotage by a disgruntled patient, caused chaos at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. Emergency bays were closed for a lengthy clean-up. Download the app for more.
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.
WA school bars 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote
Harrisdale Senior High School blocked a student's 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote, citing potential offence. The Education Department intervened, leading to a compromise.
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.
Reynolds Sues Over Higgins' $2.4m Settlement
Former senator Linda Reynolds takes legal action against Commonwealth over Brittany Higgins settlement. Federal Court case begins as reputation battle continues.
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.
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.
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