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.
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Healthcare worker jailed for patient sexual assault
A Perth phlebotomist has been sentenced to four years in jail for sexually assaulting a patient during a fake PCR test. Read the shocking court details.
Wiggles Recall Emma Bow Over Button Battery Risk
The Wiggles recall over 3,100 Emma Bows due to missing button battery warnings. Learn about the dangers and the group's safety pledge. Stay informed.
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.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
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.
Canberra man faces court over alleged drug kiss attack
A Canberra man has been charged after allegedly forcing his former partner to ingest drugs through a kiss in what police describe as a disturbing case of chemical endangerment.
Torquay police honoured for sovereign citizen attack bravery
Two Geelong police officers receive prestigious bravery awards after confronting a violent sovereign citizen in Torquay, preventing potential tragedy in a dramatic coastal confrontation.
Canberra's palliative care crisis: Patients dying in pain
A critical shortage of essential palliative care medications is causing unnecessary suffering for dying Canberrans, with families and healthcare professionals sounding the alarm on a growing healthcare crisis.
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.
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.
Townsville Court: Thursday's Compelling Cases
From domestic violence breaches to drug driving offences - get the inside scoop on who faced justice in Townsville Magistrates Court this Thursday.
Phillip Welty cleared of indecent assault charges
Phillip Welty has been acquitted of all indecent assault charges in the ACT Supreme Court after a judge found significant inconsistencies in the prosecution's case. The verdict concludes a lengthy legal battle that began with allegations from 2021.
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.
AFP's Evolving Role in Australia's National Security
Discover how the Australian Federal Police has transformed from a traditional law enforcement agency into a crucial pillar of Australia's national security infrastructure.
ChatGPT Used as Evidence in Canberra Finks Gang Case
A Canberra court case takes an unprecedented turn as an alleged victim employs artificial intelligence to help document evidence against a suspected Finks outlaw motorcycle gang member in a shocking development for Australian legal proceedings.
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
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.
ACT moves to decriminalise sex work after consultation
The Australian Capital Territory is set to become the latest jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work after extensive community feedback revealed strong support for reform.
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.
Canberra lawyer's share dilution drama exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how prominent Canberra lawyer Ben Aulich allegedly diluted his firm's shares following a bitter falling out with former partner Jack Pappas, raising serious legal and ethical questions.
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.
Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.
WA Police crisis: Officers fleeing in record numbers
Western Australia's police force faces an unprecedented exodus as undervalued officers leave the service, creating a staffing crisis that threatens community safety across the state.
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.
Merewether Property Dispute Resolved: Appeal Withdrawn
The lengthy legal battle over a contested right of carriageway in Merewether has concluded as ACOYA voluntarily discontinues its Supreme Court appeal, bringing relief to local residents.
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