Australia

Australian gov’t to ban public-private partnerships in NSW acute hospitals

The legislation will apply to future governments who seek a privatisation agenda.

Australian gov’t unveils neonatal retrieval units in Queensland

The units are compatible with a wide range of retrieval vehicles.

New cancer care service opens on Bribie Island

The facility provides low-risk chemotherapy, blood product support, and therapy.

RPA introduces safe staffing levels in emergency department

It ensures a one-to-one nurse-to-patient ratio for resuscitation beds.

New Manor Lakes ambulance station opens in Victoria, Australia

It includes a four-bay garage and training facilities.

Australia invests $378m to Support at Home services in rural, remote areas

Providers can apply for funding to ensure financial viability and service continuity.

Australia completes 23 McGrath Breast Cancer Nurses recuitment

They serve as a key point of contact during treatment.

Australian gov’t names Multiplex for Northside Hospital Project

The company will provide infrastructure planning and design advice.

Grafton Base Hospital redevelopment progresses with builder appointment

The construction company will refurbish two administration blocks within the old gaol.

Australia invests $8.1m in Maningrida’s aged care service upgrades

The funding supports the Mala’la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation.

Dual breast and cervical screening launches on NSW North Coast

The first monthly clinic was held in Port Macquarie.

Australian gov’t invests $7.2m in virtual women’s wellbeing line

The service provides health referrals, counselling, and pregnancy loss advice.

Gunnedah Hospital’s acute services building reaches structural completion

Work is underway to connect services in support of the new building.

Australian gov’t invests $3.4m to reduce preterm births

The funding will go to Women’s Healthcare Australasia.