Canberra's Bulk-Billing Crisis Worsens
ACT residents face growing challenges accessing bulk-billing GPs as clinics struggle with Medicare rebate freeze and rising operational costs. Discover why Canberra's healthcare accessibility is declining.
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Greens MP blocks conservative VAD bill in NSW
Greens MP Amanda Cohn has opposed Susan Carter's voluntary assisted dying legislation, arguing it creates unnecessary barriers for terminally ill patients in NSW.
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.
WA's $1.5B Hospital Fund & Mt Lawley Acquisition
Western Australia embarks on massive healthcare transformation with new billion-dollar building fund and strategic private hospital acquisition to boost public health capacity.
Underwear dad and sons tackle alleged carjacker
A quick-thinking father in his underwear and his two teenage sons became unlikely heroes when they tackled an alleged carjacker accused of a terrifying crime spree across Perth's northern suburbs.
ACT Voluntary Dying Laws Face Critical Parliamentary Test
Canberra's groundbreaking voluntary assisted dying legislation faces parliamentary scrutiny while terminally ill residents await access to end-of-life choices.
ACT Tribunal upholds suspension of renal specialist Dr Falk
The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal has confirmed the suspension of prominent Canberra renal physician Dr Michael Falk, citing serious concerns about his fitness to practice medicine. The decision follows a lengthy investigation into multiple patien
Canberra retail theft hits 512 incidents in October
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
Barwon Health Takes Over Anam Cara House Geelong
Geelong's palliative care landscape transforms as Barwon Health assumes control of Anam Cara House, ensuring continued support for terminally ill patients and their families across the region.
ADHD diagnosis delays hit 18 months for WA children
Perth paediatrician Andrew Leech reveals shocking delays in ADHD assessments, with families waiting up to 18 months while children struggle in school and mental health deteriorates.
Australia bans puberty blockers for under-18s
The Australian government announces sweeping restrictions on puberty blockers for children under 18, sparking debate about youth gender care and medical ethics.
$60M Drug Bust: 18 Charged in WA-NSW Police Operation
In a major cross-state operation, Australian police have seized 268kg of illicit drugs and charged eighteen people, dealing a massive blow to organised crime networks.
Geelong tribute cricket bat stolen in brazen teen theft
Shocking CCTV footage captures teenagers stealing a commemorative cricket bat honouring a Geelong local's memory in a brazen daylight theft that's sparked community outrage.
Townsville Court: Tuesday's Most Shocking Cases
From domestic violence breaches to drug possession and traffic offences - here's who faced justice at Townsville Magistrates Court this Tuesday.
Canberra Medical Centre Awaits $38M Payment
Exclusive: ForHealth Group faces significant delays in receiving a $38 million payment for Canberra's new Tuggeranong Medical Family Centre, raising concerns about healthcare funding and infrastructure delivery in the ACT region.
Five New Bulk-Billing GPs Open in Canberra Under Labor Plan
Canberra residents gain better healthcare access as five new bulk-billing GP clinics launch across the capital, delivering cost-of-living relief through Labor's Medicare Strengthening Plan.
ACT Assisted Dying Laws Divide Doctors
Canberra doctors are divided over the territory's new voluntary assisted dying legislation, with some medical professionals raising significant ethical concerns about patient safety and palliative care alternatives.
Hospital to pay $120k over pregnancy care failures
Calvary Health Care has been slapped with a $120,000 penalty after a tribunal found serious failures in their handling of a woman's pregnancy complication, raising concerns about maternity care standards in the ACT.
Mayne Pharma Plunges as US Deal Controversy Continues
Australian pharmaceutical giant Mayne Pharma faces investor backlash as its controversial US licensing agreement continues to dominate trading, creating clear winners and losers on the ASX.
Medicare Reforms Risk Quality GP Care in Australia
Major medical bodies warn that proposed Medicare changes could force bulk-billing clinics to close and reduce appointment times, putting quality healthcare at risk across Australia.
Melbourne's Youth Gang Crisis: 610 Members Driving Crime Surge
Exclusive: Victoria's police chief discloses alarming data showing 610 youth gang members are driving Melbourne's crime wave, with new strategies to tackle the escalating crisis.
Police Dog Duke tracks down alleged car thief in Cairns
A Queensland police dog named Duke has tracked down an alleged car thief following a series of fuel and liquor thefts across Cairns suburbs in a dramatic overnight operation.
Geelong Uber carjacking: 3+ years prison for Highton attack
A Geelong man has been sentenced to more than three years behind bars after carjacking an Uber driver at knifepoint in a terrifying Highton robbery that left the victim traumatised.
Townsville man Clinton Ahang applies for bail in court
Clinton James Ahang's bail application unfolds in Townsville court as he faces multiple serious charges including drug possession and property offences.
Mandurah mother firebombed twice, suffers horrific burns
A Mandurah mother suffers horrific burns after her home and car were deliberately set alight in two separate firebombing attacks within one week, leaving the community in shock.
Regional Nursing Boom: Australia's Healthcare Future Brightens
Discover how regional nursing in Australia is experiencing a remarkable resurgence with new education pathways, technological advancements, and growing opportunities making country healthcare careers more appealing than ever before.
Nazi symbol scratched on veteran's son's Tesla in Perth
The son of a World War II veteran has spoken out after discovering a Nazi symbol scratched into his family's Tesla while parked at a Perth shopping centre, calling the act 'disgusting' and 'personal'.
Mike Amor rides with Victoria Police in crime crisis probe
Join 7NEWS reporter Mike Amor as he embeds with Victoria Police, uncovering the harsh reality of the state's escalating crime wave in exclusive frontline access.
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