Canberra police seek man, woman over Gungahlin thefts
ACT Policing calls for public help to identify a man and woman linked to multiple alleged thefts at a Gungahlin store. Items worth over $2000 were taken between December and January.
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Widow Demands Answers Over Dementia Patient's Hospital Death
A Townsville widow is fighting for answers after her husband, a dementia patient, died following an incident with another patient in a North Queensland hospital ward. Read the full investigation.
Toyota owners pay for security flaw as thieves steal 60 cars
Criminal gangs are stealing Toyotas in under two minutes using a design flaw, forcing owners to pay for $1,600 ghost immobilisers. Toyota is developing a fix, but owners will have to pay extra.
Allied Health: The Missing Link in Dementia Approach
Gillian Woodhouse argues Australia's dementia strategy overlooks allied health and prevention. Investing in these areas could save billions and improve lives. Read the expert opinion.
$9M Toyota theft ring busted, cars shipped to UAE
A sophisticated criminal gang used 'canbus' tools to steal 60 Toyotas worth $9 million, hiding them in shipping containers bound for the UAE. Seven foreign nationals face over 300 charges.
Son's 58km run tribute after mother's dementia death
A Geelong man ran 58 gruelling kilometres to honour each year of his mother's life after her death from early-onset dementia. Read his powerful story of love, loss, and remembrance.
Teen critical after stabbing, $8m car theft ring exposed
A 17-year-old boy is fighting for life after a stabbing in Sydney's west. In separate news, seven people charged over an alleged $8 million Toyota car theft ring in Brisbane.
Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Italian choir brings joy to elderly migrants with dementia
An ECU research choir uses Italian songs to reconnect elderly migrants with dementia to their homeland, improving wellbeing and sparking cherished memories. Discover the power of music.
Search for Missing Portarlington Man with Dementia
Police urgently seek public help to find missing 82-year-old Portarlington man, John, who lives with dementia. He was last seen on Tuesday afternoon. If seen, call 000 immediately.
Patients stuck in $1000-a-day beds due to housing crisis
Canberra's housing shortage is forcing patients to languish in expensive hospital beds or be discharged into motels, straining the health system and leaving vulnerable people without support. Read the full investigation.
Bowel test result delay leads to late cancer diagnosis
A Hunter woman received a positive bowel screening result five months late, leading to a stage two cancer diagnosis. Experts clarify GP responsibility for follow-up.
Escaped Cairns forensic patient faces court over assault
A man who escaped from a Cairns forensic facility has faced court, charged with assaulting family members while on the run. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
Cairns manhunt: One caught, dangerous patient still at large
Police in Cairns have arrested one man and continue a major search for a 'very dangerous' patient who escaped a mental health facility. Full details on the ongoing operation.
Emma Heming Willis' Tribute to Bruce Willis After 18 Years
Emma Heming Willis posts a moving Instagram tribute to husband Bruce Willis, reflecting on 18 years together and navigating his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Read her emotional journey.
Wife of ex-Dragons star shares dementia care story
Karen Johnson, wife of former St George Dragons premiership player Brian Johnson, speaks out about caring for her husband through early-onset dementia. Her new book 'Letters for Brian' offers raw insights for carers.
Youth detention worker sentenced for stealing from coworkers
Tenille Jade Hunter, a former Cleveland Youth Detention Centre employee, has been convicted and sentenced in Townsville for stealing cash and bank cards from her colleagues. Read the full court details.
Major police manhunt after patient escapes Cairns Hospital
A major police operation is underway in Cairns after a dangerous patient scaled the hospital walls and escaped. Authorities warn the public not to approach the two men involved.
Chris Hemsworth's touching family trip after dad's diagnosis
Chris Hemsworth shares a poignant family holiday in Fiji, driven by his father's early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis. The actor details his mission to preserve memories in a new documentary. Read the full story.
Porch Pirates Steal Christmas Presents in Australia
Australians are warned as 'porch pirates' target Christmas parcels, with 1 in 100 packages lost or stolen. Experts reveal how to protect your gifts this holiday season.
Cairns teens charged over alleged Christmas crime spree
Three teenage girls are accused of a Cairns crime spree, stealing cars and Christmas presents. Police allege offences occurred across multiple suburbs. Read the full details.
Sleep Scientist Given More Jail for Patient Footage, Stalking
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital scientist Stuart James King receives additional four-month sentence for stalking and indecent acts. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
Alleged umbrella theft from Canberra takeaway store
ACT Police seek public help to identify a man accused of stealing two high-value outdoor umbrellas from a Braddon takeaway shop. Call Crime Stoppers with any information.
Man fined $330 for stealing plants from Rutherford garden
A Rutherford man has been convicted and fined after a CCTV-captured heist of magnolia and lavender plants. Police recovered the stolen greenery and returned it via paddy wagon. Read the full story.
SA lung transplant centre hits 300-patient milestone
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.
Porch Pirate Warning for Australian Online Shoppers
Australia Post warns of a seasonal spike in parcel theft. Learn how to protect your deliveries with secure options like Parcel Lockers and safe place instructions.
Illawarra court roundup: Crypto theft, child abuse, stunts
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
Cattle thief's 15-year boast ends with own beef meal
A station owner who bragged for 15 years about only eating his neighbour's stolen cattle finally gets his comeuppance. Read the full bush justice tale.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
WA Dental Clinics Operate Without Sedation Licences
Exclusive: Scores of WA dentists perform complex surgeries under deep sedation in unlicensed clinics, sparking a government safety review. Discover the risks and the push for new regulations.
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