In water-rich Australia, formal swimming lessons are a critical layer of protection for children, building confidence and automatic responses that can prevent tragedy. Learn why consistency is key.
New scientific research shows engaging with music and dance can significantly improve brain health and slow cognitive decline as we age. Discover the powerful benefits for your mind.
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.
A second office tower on Phillip's Furzer Street is up for sale, following the landmark $305 million sale of its neighbour. The building now houses the new Australian Centre for Disease Control.
An Australian inventor has created a world-first safety collar for cricket shirts, designed to protect players from catastrophic neck injuries following on-field tragedies. Discover the innovation set to change the game.
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.
Rural landholders like the Canberra Equestrian Centre are the critical buffer protecting ACT suburbs from bushfires. Learn how their Farm Firewise plans and community vigilance are key to safety this season.
The viral story of a man asleep on a Broadbeach crane had a shocking truth. Keegan Verho speaks out on suicide, gambling and men's mental health. A powerful conversation we need to have.
Shocking discovery of frogs with severe tumours in Cairns' CBD wetlands prompts a major environmental investigation. Experts fear a localised pollution event. Read the full report.
Rebecca Gayheart details her mission to secure round-the-clock nursing for ex-husband Eric Dane following his ALS diagnosis. The actor vows to keep fighting for his family.
A Gold Coast woman was filmed balancing on a chair 16 floors up to clean her windows, igniting a crucial debate about home safety and preventable accidents in Australia.
NSW Health issues urgent warning after a fourth person contracts Legionnaires' disease in Sydney's CBD. Authorities are investigating cooling towers as the potential source. Know the symptoms.
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
NSW Police warn against buying cheap oysters from illegal sellers after a major rural crime operation on the South Coast. Fines can reach $275,000. Report suspicious activity.
A Mareeba farmer was placed on life support after contracting leptospirosis, a disease he blames on wandering cattle. Read his harrowing story and the community's call for action.
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
Health Minister Mark Butler announces Professor Zoe Wainer as the inaugural director-general of the Australian Centre for Disease Control, set to launch on January 1. Learn about her background and the centre's mission.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
A new study reveals over half of Kimberley children carry Strep A bacteria without symptoms, posing a major hidden health risk. Learn about the findings and urgent calls for action.
A Geelong pensioner shares her harrowing battle with Ross River virus as cases surge in Victoria. Experts warn of a severe season and urge protective measures.
A Perth family's summer is transformed after a Telethon initiative gifts a UV-blocking pool shade for their son Toby, who has rare Cockayne Syndrome. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
Mandurah residents urged to prevent mosquito bites after a new University of Adelaide study links warmer temperatures to increased Ross River virus outbreaks. Learn the risks and how to protect yourself.
The City of Vincent moves to create a secure exchange zone for online marketplace deals, aiming to reduce scams and increase safety for residents. A detailed report is due in three months.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
A unique clinic in Newcastle is pioneering a world-first trial using low-dose radiation to treat Dupuytren's disease, offering new hope for patients with the hereditary condition.
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
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 Kambah mother fights for PBS reform so her sons with Crohn's can access biologics, a first-line treatment in other OECD nations, instead of 18 tablets daily. #Health #Crohns #Australia
New research reveals chronic poor sleep is a major health risk, comparable to smoking or heavy drinking. Discover why sleep is non-negotiable for long-term wellbeing.
Meet the WA teens behind Zero2Hero, empowering young people with mental health skills to prevent suicide. Discover how their peer-led workshops are creating change.