Researchers are looking into whether psychology can help improve workplace practices on Australia’s cotton farms, in a bid to better attract and retain workers.
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Posted inFederal Politics, Health
Minister steps in to stop delay of new medicines
After a backlash from patients, Health Minister Mark Butler has stepped in to avert a plan to defer and delay dozens of new medicines.
Posted inGlen Innes, Health
Glen Innes installs Australia’s first Gen 2 SiSu Mini Health Station
Glen Innes is pioneering digital health innovation in rural Australia with the launch of the nation’s first Gen 2 SiSU Mini Health Station at Timbs Pharmacy.
Posted inFederal Politics, Health
Patients fight back: petition to stop medication delays
A new petition has been launched to try and stop the government delaying new medications for months
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Federal Politics, General News, Health
New medications for cancer delayed until after the election
New cancer medications are among those being delayed by bureaucracy, with a government committee deferring consideration of 45 new medications for the PBS.
Posted inHealth, Moree
Outreach ADHD clinic brings expert paediatric care to children in Moree
New England children will soon have increased access to support for ADHD thanks to a new outreach service headed to Moree.
Posted inHealth, Social issues and services
Big spike in New Englanders who can’t afford to see a doctor
The percentage of people who can’t afford to visit a GP in the New England and North West region has increased 36% over the past four years, according to damning new research.
Posted inArts, Health, Tamworth
Local artists to work on new Tamworth Mental Health Unit
Three local Aboriginal artists have been chosen to produce unique artworks for the new Tamworth Mental Health Unit.
Posted inGunnedah, Health
Major progress on Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment
The $53 million Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment has reached a significant construction milestone with the first major concrete pour complete.
Posted inEducation, Health, Warialda
Warialda Aboriginal trainee’s quest for rural healthcare equity
Warialda’s Jasmin Briggs is on a mission to improve healthcare access for Aboriginal people in rural and regional NSW.