Australia

Australia unveils $5.2m upskilling programme for dementia respite care

Australia unveils $5.2m upskilling programme for dementia respite care

The government aims to train 5,200 workers under the DREAM projected by the end of the financial year 2026.

Australia establishes six Medicare UCCs in the Northern Territory

These facilities are part of the extra 29 clinics announced and funded through the 2024-25 budget.

Australia adopts integrated tool for enhanced aged care assessment

The IAT was tested and refined by 22 organisations during a live trial in 2023.

Australia invests $721m in upcoming Queensland Cancer Centre

The new facility is poised to offer treatments, such as proton beam therapy and nuclear theranostics.

Australia introduces new app for cardiac arrest emergency response

It includes an alert feature for responders once an emergency call is made.

Canberra Hospital to expand cardiac care with new building launch

One of its key features is the new acute cardiac care unit.

What lies ahead for the $730m Frankston Hospital redevelopment?

A new pediatric zone is set to provide patients with specialist care. 

Three new renal dialysis units to open in Queensland and Western Australia

The government will establish new units at Tom Price, Wiluna, and Badu Island.

Princess Alexandra Hospital’s telehealth project to enhance gastro services

A video animation was unveiled for patients to assess their capabilities for an online appointment.

Port Macquarie Hospital recruits for Safe Staffing initiative

The facility has begun the recruitment of 13 FTE nurses.

Rehabilitation robots now available at University of Canberra Hospital

The devices are designed to support patients recovering from neurological injuries.

Australia to launch new ambulance station in Adelaide

It is the first of five additional metro ambulance stations being built by the government.

Construction for $35.7m Gunnedah Hospital redevelopment now underway

The project’s key features include a new acute services building and an expanded emergency department.

What to expect from the Glen Innes Hospital redevelopment project

A new building will be linked to the existing hospital’s health services. 

TPCH’s new specialist clinic emphasises Bronchiectasis care

The facility offers targeted therapies by integrating medical and physiotherapy care.

What services to expect at Canberra Hospital’s critical services building

One of its features will include a dedicated children’s emergency area.