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Floods, fires and even terrorist attacks: how ready are our hospitals to cope when disaster strikes?
Research shows hospital administrators can better plan for how they’d cope if a disaster or terrorist attack impacts a ...
In a flood, first responders balance helping others while their own families are at risk. It’s an impossible choice
Finding the balance between helping others while their own families are at risk can create a moral dilemma for first ...
Australia is forecast to fall 262,000 homes short of its housing target. We need bold action
A new report offers a roadmap to a healthier housing system. But its recommendations will require bold action.
NSW on alert: these maps show the areas at risk of flooding and storms
The maps show the areas of immediate danger, current and predicted flooding, and where residents should be ready for storms.
NZ Budget 2025 at a glance: follow the money here
As expected, Budget 2025 held few surprises, with spending aimed at promoting future growth rather than fixing more immediate ...
Too many people with back pain call ambulances or visit the ED. Here’s why that’s a problem
People with back pain are increasingly accessing emergency health care that isn’t required and may leave them worse off.
Could cold sores increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? A new study is no cause for panic
Alzheimer’s is a complex disease caused by many interacting factors. It’s possible the herpes virus could play a small role – ...
Australia’s knowledge of Russia is dwindling. We need to start training our future experts now
Despite its geographical distance, Russia’s actions have real consequences for Australia. We need to stay properly informed ...
Compression tights and tops: do they actually benefit you during (or after) exercise?
Compression gear is everywhere – worn by weekend warriors, elite athletes and influencers. But do these skin-tight tops and ...
NZ Budget 2025: tax cuts and reduced revenues mean the government is banking on business growth
It seems likely the government will focus on boosting business growth rather than raising new taxes. How it finances core ...
Trump’s Afrikaners are South African opportunists, not refugees: what’s behind the US move
So perhaps they should not be unduly surprised that the government of the US has imported 49 Afrikaners and labelled them as ...
As the Million Paws Walk takes its last lap, other charity fundraising events face serious challenges
After some 30 years and thousands of wagging tails, the Million Paws Walk takes its final steps, revealing a deeper crisis threatening Australia’s charities.