Sewage Flood Causes Chaos at Perth Hospital ED
A patient at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital caused a sewage pipe burst, flooding the emergency department and forcing patient diversions. Read about the ongoing cleanup.
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MP warns old Maitland Hospital could be sold off
Greens MP Amanda Cohn warns the old Maitland Hospital site may be sold to private developers through NSW's property audit. Community consultation begins soon.
Govt AI Chatbot for All Public Servants by 2026
The Australian government will provide all public servants with secure AI chatbot access within 12 months under its new AI plan, aiming to boost productivity and innovation.
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.
Minister ignores deadly mould probe in cancer ward
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park ignores calls to investigate deadly mould in Calvary Mater's cancer ward, withheld by Honeywell for six months. Demand accountability now.
Perth Firefighters' 2025 Charity Calendar Helps Sick Kids
West Australian firefighters are turning up the heat for a great cause, launching their 2025 fundraising calendar to support the Perth Children's Hospital Foundation and bring smiles to young patients.
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.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
Lawn Benefits: More Than Just Green Carpet
Discover why lawn is more than just decoration - it's a natural air conditioner, stress reducer, and biodiversity booster for your Australian backyard.
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.
National Gallery Crisis: Funding Shortfalls & Leaks
Canberra's iconic National Gallery faces a perfect storm of financial pressures and infrastructure decay, with urgent repairs needed while government funding falls short.
Beach race funds Cairns Hospital robot surgery
The annual Nunu's Melbourne Cup beach race in Cairns has smashed fundraising records, bringing state-of-the-art robotic surgery technology closer to reality for Far North Queensland patients.
Motorcyclist hospitalised after Mount Hutton crash
A motorcyclist remains in Newcastle hospital after a serious crash on Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton. Emergency services rushed to the scene as investigations into the cause continue.
MyWay System Failure: ACT Transport Minister Apologises
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel has publicly apologised after Canberra's MyWay smartcard system experienced a major failure, leaving commuters stranded and frustrated across the capital.
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.
Ex-Premier Miles denies Townsville hospital crisis knowledge
Ex-Queensland Premier Steven Miles faces scrutiny after claiming no awareness of Townsville University Hospital's urology department failures despite documentary evidence suggesting otherwise.
Cairns e-scooter crash: Man hospitalised after Woree collision
A man has been rushed to Cairns Hospital with serious injuries following a terrifying collision between an e-scooter and a car on Pease Street in Woree. Emergency services responded to the incident that has reignited safety concerns about e-scooter use on
Jobs for Mates Review: What We Know
An explosive review into controversial 'jobs for mates' appointments within Australia's public service has uncovered troubling practices. Here's what you need to know about the findings and the political firestorm surrounding its release.
Canberra's sewer crisis: Tree roots cause thousands of blockages
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Andrew Metcalfe appointed ACT Education Directorate head
Former federal department secretary Andrew Metcalfe has been appointed as the new director-general of the ACT Education Directorate, bringing decades of public service experience to Canberra's education system.
Shenton Park Hospital faces demolition for new development
A controversial redevelopment plan could see the demolition of Shenton Park Hospital's heritage buildings to make way for a modern residential precinct, sparking community debate about preserving Perth's history.
ACT Minister defends MyWay card rollout amid commuter chaos
Canberra's new MyWay card system faces technical glitches and delays, leaving commuters frustrated as Transport Minister Chris Steel defends the rollout process.
Geelong toddler's brave fight against rare liver disease
Little Phoebe's courageous fight against biliary atresia has touched hearts across Geelong as her family races against time to find a life-saving liver donor.
MyWay Ticketing System Slammed in Damning ACT Report
A damning investigation reveals the ACT government's troubled MyWay ticketing system rollout was plagued by failures, costing taxpayers millions in delays and poor planning.
Man fights for life after cow collision in Townsville
A North Queensland man is battling life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a cow on a dark regional road. The shocking incident has raised serious concerns about road safety in rural areas.
New transit officers target fare evaders in Canberra
ACT Government deploys dedicated transit officers to crack down on fare evasion and anti-social behaviour on Canberra's public transport network.
Canberra's Merry-Go-Round Closes for Maintenance
The iconic Merry-Go-Round in Civic takes a temporary pause for essential repairs and restoration work, promising to return better than ever for Canberra families.
Hospital Equipment Tampering Caught on CCTV Before Patient Death
Disturbing surveillance video has emerged showing a woman allegedly interfering with medical equipment at Sutherland Hospital, with the incident preceding a patient's death. Police have launched a criminal investigation into the troubling events.
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