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Ocean Grove Library flooded in severe weather event

Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding at Ocean Grove Library, forcing its temporary closure and damaging books and equipment. The community rallies as staff assess the extensive water damage.

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.

Rutherford man charged over alleged domestic assault

A 34-year-old Rutherford man has been charged with multiple offences after an alleged domestic violence assault that left a woman with facial injuries. The accused will face Maitland Local Court next month.

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 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.

Cairns District Court November hearings commence

The Cairns District Court convenes this November to address a docket of local cases, from serious assaults to commercial disputes, as Queensland's justice system continues its regional circuit.

Carly Rae Jepsen pregnant with first child

Canadian pop sensation Carly Rae Jepsen reveals she's pregnant with her first child with partner Cole. Get all the exciting details about her growing family.

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.

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.

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