WA's Young Australians of Year 2026 Champions Boys' Mental Health
Dr Haseeb Riaz and Gareth Shanthikumar win 2026 Young Australian of Year for WA after creating ManUp, reaching 22,000 boys with mental health support. Read their inspiring story.
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Movember's Mission Extends Far Beyond November
Discover how Movember's life-saving work continues year-round across Australia, focusing on men's mental health and prostate cancer awareness beyond the annual campaign.
Burt Kennedy's mental health mission after sister's death
Maitland's Burt Kennedy continues his mental health advocacy, screening his documentary after his sister's suicide to raise funds for Black Dog Institute and inspire others to keep going.
Residents blast shire over van traveller influx solution
Augusta-Margaret River residents demand overflow camping solution as summer van traveller influx overwhelms local areas. Shire's enforcement strategy faces backlash.
Geelong advocates tackle male mental health crisis
Geelong advocates are transforming men's mental health support through innovative programs and honest conversations. Discover how local initiatives are saving lives.
Geelong's $600k Tree Fee Sparks Council Debate
Geelong ratepayers fund $600,000 yearly for floating tree decorations. Council debates future of costly city beautification project amid budget pressures.
Hunter hospitals face budget crisis amid patient strain
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
Community Power: Edwin Dyson's Educational Journey
From country school to leading Indigenous health data reform, Edwin Dyson's story showcases the transformative power of community support in education and career success.
St John WA Blames Multiple Issues for Ambulance Crisis
St John WA reveals ambulance service failures despite revenue growth. Funding disputes, mould infestations and measles outbreaks cripple response times across Western Australia.
Joondalup Council Faces $20M Budget Shortfall
Joondalup residents face potential service cuts as the city council confronts a $20 million operational deficit. Learn how this budget crisis could impact your community.
$100M funding boost for CSIRO amid job cuts crisis
The Albanese government announces $100M+ funding for CSIRO to address building repairs and equipment upgrades while the agency faces 350 job cuts. Read the full details.
Cockburn's budget surplus hit by unexpected costs
The City of Cockburn revises its budget surplus down by $102,000 due to unforeseen expenses for Omeo Park toilet cleaning, signage, and consultants. Discover the financial impact.
$15.4B South Road Upgrade and Parklands Plan
Federal government pledges $15.4 billion for South Road upgrades and new Adelaide parklands. Historic investment to transform transport and green spaces.
University staff strike during 60th anniversary event
University of Newcastle staff rally outside Parliament House demanding better pay and conditions while management celebrates institution's contributions. Read the full story.
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.
CSIRO chief defends 'hunger games' job cuts approach
CSIRO CEO Doug Hilton defends 350 research job cuts before Christmas, citing budget pressures and shifting science priorities. Learn how Australia's national science agency is restructuring.
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.
Kiama Council faces toughest budget challenge yet
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud warns next year's budget will be the 'hardest ever' as council works to meet state government requirements for financial recovery.
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.
Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
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.
Midland Station Opening Date Revealed Amid Budget Blowouts
WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti defends Metronet's budget overruns as new Midland Station opening date announced. The project cost nearly doubled to $417 million. #Metronet #WAInfrastructure
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.
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.
WA Labor's Ambitious Promises Face Challenges
Jessica Page warns WA Labor government's ambitious election promises proving difficult to deliver. Analysis of budget pressures and policy implementation hurdles facing Cook administration.
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.
FlixBus launches $9.99 Canberra-Sydney coach trips
European transport giant FlixBus launches budget-friendly coach services between Canberra and Sydney, offering competitive $9.99 tickets and challenging Greyhound's market dominance with modern amenities and frequent daily trips.
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.
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