A Cairns man with muscular dystrophy is stuck in hospital for weeks, unable to go home due to NDIS delays in approving a critical ceiling hoist. His story highlights systemic issues within the scheme.
Many Australians distrust the voluntary Health Star Rating on food packaging, as the government considers making it mandatory. Learn why the system is confusing shoppers.
A 19-year-old man was seriously wounded during a violent home invasion in Cairns' Kanimbla suburb. Intruders demanded car keys before the attack. Police are investigating.
A 13-year-old girl is in a serious condition after a Toyota Hilux rollover on the Brand Highway near Bookara. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
A 19-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive in Logue Brook Dam near Harvey. Emergency services were called to the popular camping spot early Saturday morning.
A man is fighting for life after being ejected from his Mitsubishi Triton ute in a rollover crash on Fincham Crescent, Wanniassa. Police are urgently seeking witnesses.
Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, receives a prestigious award for her resilience through a lifelong health battle, including a rare condition and a heart transplant. Read her inspiring story.
A Cairns man with a spinal injury has been stranded in hospital for weeks, unable to go home due to NDIS funding delays for a crucial hoist. He demands urgent system reform.
Queensland has extended its ban on puberty blockers for under-18s until 2031, citing unproven long-term effects. The move impacts over 400 young people on waiting lists.
An 82-year-old Mandurah man nearly died from a rare Shewanella infection after entering the Peel-Harvey Estuary. His warning highlights hidden dangers for crabbers and swimmers.
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital scientist Stuart James King receives additional four-month sentence for stalking and indecent acts. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
Cairns Hospital's new $3.5 million helipad is set to drastically cut transfer times for critical patients, boosting emergency care for the Far North. Read how this upgrade will save lives.
WA Health issues a public health alert after a measles case visited sites in Hillarys and Claremont. Check exposure times and monitor for symptoms for 7-18 days.
Gefen Bitton, 30, remains in ICU after being shot while trying to disarm the Bondi attacker. The Israeli national ran towards danger to help others. Read his story.
Wanniassa Family Practice closed permanently with a text, leaving patients without care and sparking concerns over medical records. The move worsens Canberra's GP shortage crisis.
New ABS data reveals influenza killed more Australians than COVID-19 this winter, with WA cases rising post-season. Experts urge vaccination as national figures hit a grim record.
Learn how to strategically combine Medicare and private health insurance to reduce your out-of-pocket costs for glasses, contact lenses, and eye care in Australia.
The WA government confirms an extra $1.9 billion in health funding, including $7.6m to fix ageing cardiac labs at Fiona Stanley Hospital. Read the full budget update.
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.
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.
A coronial inquest is examining the tragic death of baby Wren Preo at Atherton Hospital in 2022. The investigation seeks answers for the family and reviews hospital protocols.
A 70-year-old man has died after being pulled from the water at Dunsborough Beach. Emergency services responded but could not save him. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
A serious two-vehicle collision on Aberdeen Street in Geelong has sent one driver to hospital. Emergency services responded to the crash, causing significant traffic delays. Read the latest details.
A 70-year-old man has died after being pulled from the water at Dunsborough Beach in Western Australia. Emergency services responded but were unable to save him.
Delaying an eye exam risks more than blurry vision. Discover how a routine check can detect diabetes, brain tumours, and prevent blindness. Book your appointment today.
A coronial inquest has opened into the death of baby Wren Preo, who died in 2022 after being found unresponsive in a car in Far North Queensland. The hearing will examine the circumstances.
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.
Latest water quality tests reveal significant improvement at Adelaide's metropolitan beaches. Find out which spots are now safe for swimming and the ongoing monitoring efforts.
A man in his 30s suffered burns in a Yanchep home explosion just before midnight. The property was significantly damaged and residents were evacuated. No criminality suspected.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised St Vincent's Hospital staff as heroes for their rapid response to the Bondi terror attack, which saw eight theatres running simultaneously.