No interim targets for WA's bulk billing boost

WA Health Minister confirms no interim targets for GP clinics joining Labor's bulk billing incentive. The $3.5bn tripling aims to lift rates, but sign-up numbers remain unclear. Read the latest.

Social media ban for kids: Parents' role crucial

As Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect, Communications Minister Anika Wells says the real challenge is parents confronting their own screen addiction to lead by example.

My Aged Care data leak sparks sales call barrage

Elderly Australians are being bombarded with aggressive sales calls after unscrupulous aged care providers scraped their private data from a government website. Learn how to protect yourself.

Cost of living kills Aussie pub round tradition

New research reveals the cost-of-living crunch is forcing Australians to abandon the tradition of shouting rounds at the pub, with a surprising gender divide emerging. Discover the data and tips to navigate social spending.

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.

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