Parents getting into debt to cover back-to-school costs
The number of parents taking out loans to cover back-to-school costs has doubled since the pandemic.
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Hospital crisis deepens as emergency rooms overflow
Healthcare workers are experiencing the “busiest” shifts of their careers, with overcrowded emergency rooms unlikely to ease anytime soon.
Tuck shop treats tossed aside for fresh cuisines
Students are being spoiled for choice at the canteen as schools step away from sugary treats in favour of catered lunches from cafes and restaurants.
Why you may be wasting money on private primary
Public primaries are outperforming private junior schools in key areas, so in tough times are parents wasting their money on fees?
How quick thinking can save your pet
A woman who paid $15k for a very rare eye surgery for her dog is encouraging pet owners to invest in insurance.
Heartbroken survivor urges parole hearing change
A woman who was almost killed by her ex during an hour-long assault says she “collapsed” when she was told her attacker had been granted parole.
Man charged over alleged hit-run of cyclist
A man has been charged over an alleged hit-run after a cyclist was found dead on the roadside in Melbourne’s southeast.
More congestion pain for West Gate commuters
Traffic chaos erupted again on the West Gate Bridge as commuters faced a new round of closures and lower speed limits.
Covid patients’ devastatingly rapid deterioration
An ICU nurse from Melbourne’s Covid epicentre has revealed just how quickly the illness can escalate, with some patients going from sitting in a chair to saying their farewells within minutes.
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