Empty chair at bed shortage summit highlights state–federal tensions
At a meeting where South Australian government ministers, health and union officials discussed ramping and aged care, there was a notable absence.
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Backflip on deadline to release plan to attract clinicians into Qld health system
In August, Health Minister Tim Nicholls said the plan was being finalised but has since said there was no timeline for its release.
CFMEU promised 'positive outcomes' to Big Build contractor, inquiry hears
The royal commission into corruption on Victoria's Big Build projects hears major contractor John Holland was told it would be "looked at favourably" for future projects if it aligned itself with the CFMEU.
Appeal verdict a 'kick in the guts' for family of assaulted woman
The family of a mentally ill woman say a court reducing the sentences of two former police officers who assaulted her has left them "gutted".
Sexual offence investigations sidelined by property crime, report finds
More than 19,000 sexual offences reported to Queensland Police Service between 2017 and 2022 were analysed to find out why so many were withdrawn, or considered unfounded.
'You can't fix this': Navigating the grief of losing a child
From staying connected through activities, or lighting a candle in their memory, these are some of the ways parents are honouring their children.
Justice system criminalising mental illness, psychiatrists say
Prisons are putting "security over care" when it comes to managing mentally ill prisoners, the lead body for NSW psychiatrists tells the ABC, joining a chorus of voices demanding radical change in prison health care.
Canberrans share safety concerns amid violent incidents in city's south
Canberrans gathered at a Liberal-hosted forum after a number of recent serious incidents of crime in the territory's south.
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