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.
A lifesaving sprinkler system for Geelong's vulnerable grey-headed flying fox colony is delayed, risking mass deaths in extreme heat. Urgent action is needed to protect this crucial species.
Discover how artificial intelligence and bulk-billed telehealth are transforming Australian healthcare, improving access and efficiency for patients nationwide. Learn about the latest innovations.
Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti outlines the WA Government's ongoing commitment to health, housing, and economic stability as core priorities for 2026. Read the full plan.
Columnist Zoë Wundenberg argues Australia's means-tested welfare inflicts ritualised degradation, demanding a redesign focused on dignity and trust. Read her powerful critique.
A damning report reveals WA's justice system is clogged with rising prisoner numbers, staff shortages, and court delays. Read the full findings and the government's response.
Families of the Bondi Junction attack victims urge the government to include them as experts in the upcoming royal commission into violence. Their lived experience is crucial for effective reform.
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.
Townsville Grammar School's Year 12 cohort delivers exceptional ATAR scores, with 45% achieving 90+ and a median ATAR of 86.75. Discover the secrets behind their success.
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.
Sneaky Sound System's Angus McDonald reveals life touring with wife Connie Mitchell, their Perth SailGP gig, and working with Kanye West and Drake. Exclusive interview.
A critical backlog at the WA Coroner's Court is causing immense suffering for grieving families, with some waiting years for answers. The system must be fixed now.
A decade-long strategy for maintaining Swansea Channel through dredging is now open for public consultation. Locals are urged to provide feedback to shape the future of this vital waterway.
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.
The Alexander Maconochie Centre costs ACT taxpayers $543.19 per prisoner daily, with a 77.2% recidivism rate. Calls grow to close the facility and return to using NSW prisons.
A traveller's unexpectedly smooth return via Sydney airport is overshadowed by a nationwide passport outage and a frustrating train journey home. Share your airport experiences.
A major emergency operation is underway at Tank Cave near Mount Gambier after a diving incident left one person dead and others trapped or missing. Follow the latest updates.
Zenith Minerals reports a massive 122m gold intercept at Red Mountain, extending a significant intrusion-related gold system in Queensland. More high-grade results pending.
A new wellness centre has opened in Cairns to provide crucial mental health support for mothers facing perinatal challenges. Discover how this facility helps local families.
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Cairns women gain improved access to breast cancer screening with new public service reducing wait times and private sector reliance. Early detection saves lives.
Complete rundown of all cases heard at Geelong County Court on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Stay informed about local justice proceedings.
Southern Hemisphere Mining uncovers high-grade oxide copper at Ferro South in Chile, with portable XRF recording 15% copper. Drilling program planned to test potential open-cut mineralisation.
Beloved Aussie actress Rebecca Gibney shares her private struggle with returning anxiety and panic attacks, urging others to seek help. Her powerful story highlights mental health resilience.
Alarming new data reveals Townsville parents are battling perinatal depression in silence. Learn the signs and where to find crucial support services in our community.
Groundbreaking report shows Australian children's wellbeing at critical juncture. Mental health concerns rise while education gaps persist. Urgent action needed.
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.
Dr Haseeb Riaz and Gareth Shanthikumar win 2026 Young Australian of Year for WA after creating ManUp, reaching 22,000 boys with mental health support. Read their inspiring story.
Discover how Movember's life-saving work continues year-round across Australia, focusing on men's mental health and prostate cancer awareness beyond the annual campaign.
Leading Australian cancer specialists reveal systemic failures in treatment access and demand urgent government action to save lives.