New report reveals how heatwaves and extreme weather events are overwhelming Australia's health services, driving up emergency admissions and costs. Learn the urgent call for climate-resilient healthcare.
Geelong's Corio Cricket Club launches mental health awareness matches to foster community support and break down stigma. See how sport is driving change.
Shocking data reveals only 52% of Hunter New England adults saw a dentist last year. Experts warn preventable dental diseases are worsening due to systemic gaps and underfunding. Read more.
Former Home and Away actor Alea O’Shea shares her brain cancer diagnosis journey, urging fans to advocate for their health. Read her powerful, honest story.
Queensland authorities are exploring a public alert system for forensic patients in the Far North. Could this improve community safety? Read the latest.
Clinicians at a new Adelaide mental health unit refused to admit more patients due to unsafe staffing levels, forcing SafeWork intervention. Read the full story.
A new national survey reveals Canberra has the highest rate of constipation in Australia. Discover the causes, the stigma, and how it impacts wellbeing and holidays.
New WA Health data reveals alarming declines in diet, exercise, and mental health, with the Opposition blaming the Cook Government's five health ministers for failing to deliver. Discover the full impact of the cost-of-living crisis on West Australians.
The US has dramatically reduced its recommended childhood vaccinations from 17 to 11, a move health officials warn will endanger children and fuel outbreaks. Read the full story.
Australians now have free, round-the-clock access to trusted health advice via 1800MEDICARE. The service connects callers to a registered nurse for non-emergency support, reducing pressure on hospitals.
Comedy trio Sooshi Mango's Melbourne office was broken into, prompting a call for stricter Victorian laws. Police are investigating as the group highlights small business vulnerability.
New crime data reveals methamphetamine offences have exceeded cannabis for the second consecutive year in Greater Geelong, highlighting a worrying trend in the region's drug landscape.
New data reveals the Adelaide suburbs producing the most lottery millionaires. Find out if your postcode is on the lucky list and learn the secrets behind the wins.
Confronting 2025 data reveals Lake Macquarie had the state's second-worst road toll. Speed was the leading killer as NSW lost 355 lives. Read the full analysis and official pleas for safer driving.
From ice baths to gut microbiome science and AI wearables, discover the key health and wellness trends forecast to shape Australia in 2026. Experts predict a shift from performance to presence.
Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is in a stable condition after being diagnosed with meningitis. Get the latest on his health scare and recovery journey.
A new study reveals stark differences in cancer rates across Australia, with NSW bearing the highest burden. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and what experts say it means for healthcare.
Townsville sees a dramatic 40% fall in property crime victims, credited to a targeted police operation. Discover how Operation Uniform North is making the community safer.
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Breaches of family violence orders remain Geelong's most reported crime, with police highlighting technology's dual role in both facilitating abuse and aiding enforcement. Read the latest data.
A Canberra resident battles a bogus $141 parking fine after a single-letter typo on a number plate. Discover the widespread issue of withdrawn infringements in the ACT.
Exclusive data reveals a 15% spike in Cairns crime from 2024 to 2025. Police highlight trends in theft, property damage, and public order offences. Read the full analysis.
Many Australians distrust the voluntary Health Star Rating on food packaging, as the government considers making it mandatory. Learn why the system is confusing shoppers.
New crime data exposes Geelong's most dangerous suburbs. See the shocking figures for Corio, Norlane, and more. Find out what's being done to tackle crime in your area.
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie lead NSW in sexual assaults and vehicle thefts, new crime stats reveal. Discover the sobering data and regional trends.
Cairns Hospital's surgical capacity is under immense strain. A new surgical centre is urgently needed to serve the growing Far North Queensland population. Read why this is a critical priority.
Townsville's worst crime district is on track for a record year of reported offences. New police data reveals a sharp rise in property crime and assaults. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive first look at the $100 million Townsville University Hospital expansion. See the new critical care tower and how it will transform healthcare for North Queensland. Read the full story.
New data shows a devastating pattern of suicide in Townsville, with men diagnosed with mental illness at greatest risk. Experts call for urgent, targeted intervention.
A Grattan Institute report reveals stark inequalities in psychosocial support across Australia. Access should be based on need, not location. Read why reform is urgent.