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.
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'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.
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
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.
Aurora Expeditions cuts quarter of workforce
Australian adventure cruise operator Aurora Expeditions cuts a quarter of its workforce amid global travel challenges, while maintaining commitment to polar expeditions.
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.
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.
Government struggles to cut public service outsourcing costs
Exclusive analysis reveals Australian government spending on external contractors continues to surge, raising questions about public service capacity and budget management.
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.
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.
Perth GP's radical plan for autism diagnosis
A prominent Perth doctor is advocating for GPs to take centre stage in diagnosing autism, claiming the current system leaves families waiting up to four years for answers while children miss crucial developmental windows.
Canberra experts launch Solomon Islands palliative care unit
ACT Health staff have collaborated with Solomon Islands counterparts to establish the nation's first dedicated palliative care unit, transforming end-of-life care in the Pacific region.
UOW's revolutionary device targets pancreatic cancer
University of Wollongong researchers develop groundbreaking implant technology that could transform pancreatic cancer treatment in Australian healthcare.
Cairns journalist wins top award for healthcare exposé
Cairns Post reporter Emma Cam has been honoured as New Journalist of the Year for her groundbreaking investigation into critical healthcare safety concerns affecting Far North Queensland patients.
South Australia's Top Concerns for 2025 Revealed
From the cost-of-living crunch to the future of the River Murray, we dive into the letters flooding our editor's desk, uncovering the real issues keeping South Australians awake at night.
WA Bulk Billing Expansion: 120+ Clinics From Saturday
A healthcare revolution hits Western Australia as more than 120 medical practices transition to full bulk billing from November 1, delivering significant cost-of-living relief for patients across the state.
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