Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
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Veterans' Affairs ranked worst APS workplace
New census reveals Veterans' Affairs is now the least recommended public service department by staff, while Treasury remains the favourite workplace. Discover the full rankings.
Newcastle fights for social housing funds after HAFF snub
Newcastle Council pushes for federal housing funds after missing out on $10B HAFF. Over 1800 locals wait up to a decade for public housing. Read the full story.
ACT public service share falls to lowest since 2006
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
Cairns Hospital's $5.3M travel subsidy crisis
Cairns Hospital faces a $5.3 million blowout in patient travel subsidies, with disruptive groups drinking near the facility creating major access issues. Learn how this impacts healthcare delivery.
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.
ACT public housing mould crisis leaves tenants helpless
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
New Blood Test Detects Liver Cancer Earlier in WA
Western Australian patients now have access to a revolutionary blood test that detects liver cancer earlier, potentially saving countless lives across the state.
Crisafulli Challenges Health Service Amalgamation Plans
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli demands transparency on health service amalgamation. Learn how this affects Cairns and regional healthcare delivery across the state.
$4.3M Surgical Robot Fundraiser Success for North QLD
North Queensland celebrates record $4.3M fundraiser securing life-saving surgical robot technology. This groundbreaking achievement will transform regional healthcare access.
ACT public housing residents face repair delays
ACT public housing residents endure years of repair delays and deteriorating homes despite government contracts worth millions. Read their stories of struggle.
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.
Australia Blocks US Takeover of SA Pharma Company
Treasurer Jim Chalmers blocks US firm's takeover of South Australian pharmaceutical company, citing national interest in healthcare security. Read the full details.
Newcastle ferry breakdowns leave commuters stranded
Stockton residents face transport chaos as Newcastle's ageing ferry fleet breaks down again. Commuters demand action from Keolis Downer and NSW government. Read more.
Geelong nurses strike over pay and conditions
Frustrated Geelong Healthscope nurses and midwives walk off the job demanding better pay and conditions. The 24-hour strike highlights healthcare workforce challenges.
Royal Perth Hospital Emergency Upgrade Faces Delays
Royal Perth Hospital's major redevelopment faces significant delays, with only 60 new emergency bays set to open in 2028. Learn about the impact on WA healthcare.
Perth Public Transport Sets Record Commuter Numbers
Perth's public transport system is experiencing unprecedented growth with $127 million collected in bus fares alone during 2025. Discover how the city is managing this surge.
WA education protest: Heartbreaking letters to parliament
Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.
States Call Emergency Meeting on Hospital Funding
State leaders demand transparency as PM Albanese conducts hospital funding negotiations behind closed doors. Emergency meeting called amid healthcare crisis concerns.
WA Hospital Funding Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Solving Australia's regional healthcare crisis
Australia's regional healthcare crisis sees life expectancy gaps of 7 years. Discover how universities and government can collaborate to train local doctors for regional communities.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX
Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.
Perth GPs Criticise Labor's Bulk Billing Incentives
Perth doctors warn Labor's bulk billing plan prioritises quick consultations over quality care. Learn how this impacts healthcare access in Western Australia.
Atherton Hospital redevelopment enters final stage
The $42.4 million Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches its final construction phase, delivering enhanced healthcare services for Far North Queensland communities by mid-2024.
APS trust gap persists despite $13M training spend
Australian Public Service staff rate immediate supervisors higher than senior executives despite $13M leadership training investment. Discover the trust gap details and government response.
Homeless Teens Stuck in Mental Health Wards
Vulnerable homeless teenagers are being kept in mental health wards despite being ready for discharge because they have no safe housing. This systemic failure costs millions and harms recovery.
Top lawyer reviews 'tensions' in Canberra cardiology
A top government lawyer has been engaged to review industrial matters amid serious tensions and allegations within Canberra Hospital's cardiology department. Read the latest developments.
New mobile health clinic brings specialist care to WA
Heart of Australia's HEART 7 mobile clinic begins service in remote Western Australia, providing life-saving lung cancer screenings and specialist healthcare to regional communities.
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