DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
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Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
Defence, WA Police drop Chinese-linked drone supplier
Australia's Defence Department and WA Police have ceased using Pioneer Computers, a drone supplier with Chinese links. The move follows security concerns over data collection. Read the full story.
Defence admits US subs in WA could carry nuclear arms
The Australian Defence Department has confirmed US submarines visiting Western Australia could be armed with nuclear weapons, sparking debate over transparency and treaty obligations. Read the full story.
Urgent Care Clinic doubles staff after huge demand
Charlestown's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has doubled its medical staff following overwhelming demand, treating nearly 15,000 patients in its first year. The expansion aims to reduce pressure on local hospital emergency departments.
RBA Governor, Defence Secretary Face Senate Estimates
Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock appears before Senate estimates one week before the final cash rate decision. Defence, Veterans' Affairs, and Health officials also face questioning. Follow the key developments.
Wollongong Hospital ED hits breaking point with bed crisis
Wollongong Hospital declares 'critical compromise' as 80 patients need urgent discharge and 50 wait for beds. Insiders warn of unsafe workloads and systemic underfunding. Read the full report.
Day Two of Senate Estimates: Departments Face Questioning
Officials from Home Affairs, Infrastructure and the APS Commission front Senate estimates. Follow live updates as Minister Gallagher faces questions on the delayed jobs-for-mates review.
AG's Dept Unable to Back AI Bot Claims Behind FOI 'Truth Tax'
The Attorney-General's Department could not produce evidence supporting claims of AI bots overwhelming FOI systems, used to justify a controversial 'truth tax'. Read the full investigation.
Defence Department's Biggest Overhaul in 50 Years
The Albanese government launches Australia's largest defence restructure in decades, creating a new agency to manage major projects and prevent budget blowouts.
WA Bushfire Emergency: Residents Urged to Evacuate
Out-of-control bushfire threatens WA homes. Residents in Bluff Point, Spalding, Sunset Beach urged to evacuate immediately. Over 3000 properties affected by power outages.
Final Senate Estimates 2025: Department Heads Grilled
Department heads face the final Senate estimates hearings of 2025, with scrutiny on email transfers and over 8000 unanswered questions on notice. Follow the live coverage.
WA Rejects 876 Offensive Custom Number Plates
West Australian authorities rejected 876 custom plate applications in 2024-25 for referencing drugs, weapons, and offensive content. Discover what didn't make it onto our roads.
Education Dept: Too Much Tutoring Harms Kids
NSW Education Department warns excessive coaching for selective schools entry tests can backfire, harming children's wellbeing and performance. Learn about balanced preparation approaches.
Hundreds of Custom Plates Rejected in WA
Western Australia's Department of Transport has knocked back over 400 personalised plate applications deemed offensive or inappropriate. Discover which requests didn't make the cut.
WA Tick Season Peaks: Prevention and Removal Guide
Perth's tick season is at its peak from September to April. Learn expert prevention tips, safe removal methods, and health risks for WA bushwalkers. Stay protected outdoors!
Newcastle charity in urgent $100k fundraising race
SRU Community Hub faces critical funding crisis, needing $100,000 to secure new premises and maintain essential domestic violence support services for Hunter families.
Perth's Housing Crisis: A Statewide Shame
Perth faces a deepening housing emergency with record homelessness. Mayor Basil Zempilas calls for urgent action and community responsibility to address this crisis.
New Agriculture Secretary Announced After Shock Exit
Treasury official Victoria Anderson returns to lead Agriculture Department after Adam Fennessy's terminated role. Appointment brings expertise in biosecurity and drought policy.
QGAir Rescue Helicopter Staffing Crisis Revealed
Explosive allegations reveal QGAir rescue helicopter service operating with skeleton crews, raising serious safety concerns. Read the full investigation.
Man rescued after being trapped under hydraulic lift in Bakers Hill
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue of a man trapped under a hydraulic lift on Tamma Road in Bakers Hill. Read about the heroic efforts that saved his life.
Home Affairs worst for bullying in government report
New 2025 State of the Service report reveals Department of Home Affairs has highest bullying rates despite improvement. Discover which agencies are tackling workplace culture issues effectively.
Critical Staff Shortages Hit QGAir Emergency Fleet
Queensland's emergency air service QGAir faces critical staffing shortages, risking patient transfers. Health Minister Shannon Fentiman confirms urgent action needed.
SA Child Homelessness Crisis: Suicide Leading Cause of Death
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Mystery 'bang' in department office forces staff relocation
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney
A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.
Four fight for life after Brisbane house fire
Four people are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton, north of Brisbane. Emergency services responded to the blaze in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Geelong Paramedics Strained by Flawed Emergency System
Geelong paramedics face burnout as flawed dispatch system sends them to minor cases like paper cuts while genuine emergencies wait. Read about the crisis affecting our emergency services.
Thousands of WA Student Records Deleted
Massive data loss hits WA schools as thousands of student records deleted without backup. Education Department under fire for catastrophic IT failure.
Aurelia's family races for millions for transplant
The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.
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