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Sydney Hospital Psychiatric Patients Face 5-Day ED Waits Amid Staff Crisis

Six psychiatric patients in a major Sydney hospital waited days in the emergency department, with one patient waiting over 130 hours due to a critical shortage of psychiatrists caused by a pay dispute between the New South Wales government and psychiatrists.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Explosive-Filled Caravan: Terrorism or Organized Crime?

On January 19, a caravan containing explosives and names of two Sydney Jewish sites was discovered; publicly revealed 10 days later, it sparked concerns over terrorism, though police investigate organized crime involvement with 40-year-old explosives.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Record \$3.53 Billion Queensland Poker Machine Revenue Raises Concerns

Queensland poker machines generated a record \$3.53 billion in 2024, a 46% increase since 2019, with concerns raised about the impact on low-income communities and calls for stronger regulation.

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Reduced Inequality
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Toxic Rat Poison Threatens Australia's Endangered Western Quolls

A study found toxic rat poison in 26 of 52 tested Australian marsupial carnivores, including threatened Western Quolls, revealing lethal doses in some. The delayed national regulation of these poisons contrasts with global norms, despite known threats to wildlife.

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Life on Land
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Cyclone Zelia Causes Devastating Floods in WA; Doctor Charged with Manslaughter

Ex-tropical cyclone Zelia, a Category 4 system, hit the east Pilbara coast on Friday, causing record-breaking floods in the De Grey river catchment and prompting the WA government to prepare emergency relief. A Perth doctor has been charged with manslaughter following a fatal car crash.

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No Poverty
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Javelin Minerals Starts Drilling at Eureka Gold Project

Javelin Minerals is launching a 2500-meter drilling program at its Eureka gold project near Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, starting in early March, targeting high-grade gold lode extensions below and north of existing workings, with potential for significant resource growth, following a recent A$3 m...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Former AFL Player Charged with Child Sex Offenses

Former AFL player Josh Hill was charged with multiple counts of child sex offenses in Western Australia, leading to his immediate dismissal from his youth coordinator position at the First Peoples' Assembly and the rescission of his contract with the Point Cook Football Club.

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Victoria's Police Commissioner Removed Amidst No-Confidence Vote and Crime Wave

Victoria's Police Commissioner, Shane Patton, was removed from his position following a no-confidence vote from the Police Association amid public concern over a rising crime wave and government interference in police affairs. This decision highlights the increasing political influence on police lea...

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Wegovy Approved for Heart Disease Treatment in Australia

Australia's TGA approved Wegovy (semaglutide) in December 2024 for treating cardiovascular disease in overweight and obese adults, reducing heart attack/stroke risk by 20% in a 17,604-person Select trial, but PBS listing remains undecided due to cost.

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Good Health and Well-being
smh.com.au
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Bank CEOs Urge Cash Rate Cut Amid Disappointing Results

Westpac and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank CEOs urged a 0.25% official cash rate cut on Tuesday to stimulate the economy, citing disappointing Q1 results (Westpac: $1.7 billion profit, -9%; Bendigo: $265.2 million cash earnings, -9.7%) and challenging conditions for businesses and households.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Sydney Fish Market Nears Completion Despite Delays and Financial Concerns

The $836 million Sydney Fish Market building's roof is complete, despite delays, cost overruns, and the company's financial struggles, with an expected November 2024 opening and plans for a broader waterfront redevelopment.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Australia's Failing Tech Policy: Inaction on Misinformation, Privacy, and Online Safety

Australia's Albanese government has shown a disappointing track record on tech policy over the past three years, failing to address online misinformation effectively, enacting inadequate privacy reforms, and pushing a teen social media ban despite expert opposition.

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