Shock reason behind Aussie’s ‘breakdown’
Victorian business-owner Donna seemed to be nailing life – until everything suddenly changed and started “crumbling down”.
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Abbie’s huge four-day work week call
Influencer Abbie Chatfield is embracing a popular new workplace trend for her widely successful podcast – could this be the future?
‘I watched my son die in front of me’
An Australian woman who has spent decades as an unpaid carer going from “one crisis to another” has shared the moment she realised the system was broken.
10-month wait that nearly broke 24yo
A Melbourne woman reveals how she found herself in a “confronting” situation after Covid-19, with health experts warning of a “crisis”.
‘Dread’: Reason 27yo quit ‘dream job’
Bethany thought she had finally found her ideal job in Australia, however she soon discovered that all was not as it seemed.
‘Unheard of’: Work habit Gen Z won’t quit
One in four young Australians are being plagued by a problem that costs Australian workplaces billions of dollars every year.
24yo’s decade of crisis before diagnosis
An Adelaide woman has revealed the “immense barriers” she faced to access treatment for her condition, and experts warn it’s an urgent situation.
Flight attendant reveals ‘gobsmacking’ act
Drunk passengers, medical emergencies and blow-ups over ham-and-cheese toasties. It’s all in a day’s work for Qantas and Virgin flight attendants.
This picture hides an agonising truth
They might smile in selfies and seem carefree, but Australia’s young people are nursing a dark and depressing secret.
Silent ‘epidemic’ plaguing Gen Z
Thousands of young Aussies are falling victim to a struggle that’s hard to pinpoint and even harder to talk about – the effects of which can literally make you sick.
Truth about Aussie’s ‘concerning behaviour’
An Australian influencer has revealed the mysterious symptoms that plagued her since her childhood, and how she finally got answers.
Vulnerable Aussies at ‘breaking point’
Concerns those most vulnerable will continue to fall through “growing cracks” in one sector have grown amid a suite of demands.
‘Broken’: Hidden side effect of Covid-19
An Australian healthcare worker says the Covid pandemic had an unrecognised toll on many, and shares the moment she realised it “broke” her.
Three scary signs you need to seek help now
A 28-year-old woman has opened up about the frightening reality of living with a debilitating disorder that affects one in six Australians.
‘Changes brains’: Scary phone warning
More than half of Australians are turning away from mental health professionals and to social media instead – possibly to “their own detriment”.
Huge news for struggling Australians
The Albanese government has made a huge announcement destined to help millions of struggling Aussies through the fight of their lives.
3am hospital visit reveals horror Aussie truth
A Sydney woman has revealed how two words written on an emergency room admission form exposes a huge problem facing Australia.
‘Breaking point’: Psychedelics trial part of major mental health investment
Medibank will pump an extra $50m into mental health over the next five years, with the funding to support a raft of initiatives including an innovative trial involving psychedelics.
‘I’m struggling’: Gentle giant inspires Olympian to speak out
Swimmer Shayna Jack has detailed how she is putting her mental health first after being through the lowest of lows and highest of highs. WATCH HER EMOTIONAL VIDEO
Australia, we have a massive problem
In pictures they look happier than you’ll ever be – but these Aussies are struggling in a way many of us could barely comprehend.
Chat 1 in 2 Aussies ‘don’t know’ how to have
Half of our population is suffering in silence – admitting they “don’t know” how to have what could be one of the most important conversations of their life.
Sam Frost reveals ‘uncomfortable’ truth
Sam Frost has revealed the “uncomfortable” truth surrounding her darkest times, and what got her through them.
Star, 25, dies after buying suicide kit online
Parents of a TikToker who took her own life say it was “avoidable” and she was “failed” by the system.
Urgent warning five years after Covid
It’s been five years since Covid up-ended the world and threw millions of Aussies into lockdown, and experts warn we’re not ready for the next one.
If you do this, you’re addicted to your phone
New research has revealed that Aussies are more tech addicted than we might think – and it has drastic effects on our wellbeing.
Hospital turns away man later hit by train
The mother of a man who suffered horrific injuries after being struck by a train has spoken out about his treatment in hospital.
‘Crisis’ coming for one in seven Aussies
Australia is “approaching a crisis point”, experts have warned, as the mental healthcare needs of the population threaten to overwhelm the public system.
Huge misconception about rise of ADHD
It’s on track to become the most common mental health condition in the world – but there’s one thing we’re all getting wrong about the rise of ADHD.
This girl’s haunting death should enrage you
Ezaria Hudson was victim to an unspeakable act at 15. But it’s what happened two days before she died that has her family enraged.
Lambie’s relief at changes for veterans
The changes are set to streamline the process for veterans applying for their entitlements after a recommendation of the royal commission.
Plea from survivors of ‘worst crime on earth’
Survivors of the “worst crime on earth” have issued a desperate plea as people are tragically taking their own lives long before they’re able to receive care.
Jacinta Price reveals drug spiral
Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has opened up on some of the darkest periods of her life, including a drug-infused spiral during her 20s.
Trans rallies slam puberty blocker pause
Nationwide trans rallies are expected to protest one state government’s move to review the delivery of controversial puberty blockers and hormone therapies.
Little-known reason you’re always exhausted
Feeling like you can’t get off the couch after a day of work? You’re not alone, and there’s a legitimate reason you’re so exhausted.
Shock failures before killer’s rampage
Eight police officers will face disciplinary action after an internal investigation discovered serious failures before coward killer Mark Bombara’s Floreat rampage.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
Minister grilled on puberty blocker ban
Pausing puberty blockers is based on “science and concern”, not ideology, the Queensland Health Minister says.
Expert reveals common school trend
An Aussie psychologist has revealed the best way to help your family deal with an all too common back-to-school problem.
Doctor reveals reason you’re tired all the time
If you’re feeling irritable, fatigued, or moody and don’t know why, it may be due to a daily habit that you’re not maintaining.
No end in sight to state’s doctor crisis
More specialist doctors have walked out from one state’s troubled public health sector in an industrial relations war. And more look set to quit.
‘Enough’: Abbie’s ‘rock bottom’ admission
The star has opened up about potentially going into a mental health facility in the aftermath of a vile incident last week. WARNING: DISTRESSING
Driver killed in ‘horrific’ crash named
The driver who police suspect deliberately caused the death of three other people in a “confronting” crash has been named.
‘Mass resignation’: State days from ‘disaster’
The health system in one Australian state is on the verge of going “off a cliff” with more than half of this workforce set to quit.
Veteran’s touching tribute to Aussie heroes
Afghanistan veteran Sean Halfpenny, who discovered painting during his recovery from PTSD, will pay tribute to two local heroes in a major artwork.
Facebook posts mysteriously disappear
Tech behemoth Meta says a technical error caused mental health support posts from Australian LGBTQIA+ groups to be pulled offline.
Grim truth behind $3000 per day job
Mass resignations are set to hit a profession already suffering critical shortages, with one state offering over $3000 per day and still unable to fill roles.
13yo’s act that sparked tragic spiral
For over a decade, Melbourne man Benn hid his addiction from friends and family. Now he’s working to make it easier for others to fight for their lives.
‘Life support’: Fears of mass exodus of Drs
One state’s public mental health services could soon slip into crisis as more than 150 psychiatrists threaten to quit their jobs over an ongoing pay and staffing dispute.
Shock find on state’s voluntary dying scheme
A coroner has made an extraordinary intervention in one state’s voluntary assisted dying scheme after finding eight people took their own lives when they were refused access to the regime.
‘Exactly right’: Albo’s tongue-in-cheek remark
The Prime Minister has jokingly backed a suggestion that tech companies would comply with a new under-16 social media ban if they received one thing.
‘Doesn’t get it’: Cruel move ‘will cost lives’
Australian health bureaucrats are considering cutting an essential therapy in a money-saving move experts claim will be deadly.
‘Absurd’: Lambie goes nuclear in wild tirade
Jacqui Lambie has lashed out at perceived inaction on a crisis affecting Australia’s military personnel, saying it “blows me away”.
Haunting video of Aussie before death
A haunting video of Dave Whitfield pleading for help has re-emerged as his wife reveals he has since taken his own life.
School apologises for removing memorial
A Catholic school has apologised for taking down a memorial dedicated to a year 7 student who took her own life in September.
‘Proud’: Aussie stars reveal new role
Music star Baker Boy and AFL prodigy Daniel Rioli have both taken on an important new role they hope will help make a major difference.
‘Entrenched’: Major problem for women
The crushing problem of ‘medical misogyny’ hitting Aussie women has been called out, with the federal Health Minister acknowledging some ‘appalling’ realities.
Why Sam Wood is taking a break from social media
The fitness guru and reality TV star reveals why he is logging off social media and his personal connection with teen Mac Holdsworth who died by suicide.
‘Mental toughness’ is ‘just toxic masculinity’
Cult hero Ned Brockmann’s gruelling 1600-kilometre charity run has Aussies talking, but not everybody sees it in a positive light.
14yo’s tragic six-word note before taking life
A Queensland schoolgirl left her family a heartbreaking six-word note before she tragically took her own life.
‘Truly scary’: Star’s husband stuns fans
An Aussie influencer has opened up about one of the “worst” moments of her life, with fans praising her husband’s quick thinking.
‘Too hard’: Tragic detail in 12yo’s death
A tragic detail surrounding the death of a 12-year-old girl who died by suicide has been revealed, as her mother paid tribute in a tear-jerking eulogy at her daughter’s funeral.
‘No symptoms’ before mum’s horror diagnosis
Amy Kenworthy was a healthy, active 41-year-old mum with no symptoms when a tumour was identified during a routine health check.
Young woman dies 4 months after joining EY
A talented accountant took to LinkedIn to let her friends know she had landed her dream job at a Big 4 accounting firm. Four months later, she was dead.
Tragic emails before 12yo’s suicide laid bare
The mum of a Sydney schoolgirl who took her own life after being bullied has revealed the tragic emails she sent her daughter’s school.
Beloved Aussie charity guru dead at 40
The beloved founder of a charity which helped Aussies struggling with homelessness and mental health has died at age 40.
‘Brushed off’: Navy hero’s blunt warning
A navy hero and key witness in a military probe has revealed his biggest fear and what needs to happen moving forward.
‘Bloody hard’: MP’s heartbreaking speech
An MP has broken down while he spoke of his son’s suicide — revealing just why he comes into work each day despite being in huge amounts of emotional pain.
‘Dying’: Text message exposes huge issue
A heartbreaking text message from an Australian teacher has exposed a huge problem in the profession.
‘Not trusted’: Scathing report into vet suicides
A critical report into the high rates of suicide among veterans has lashed the main body responsible for helping and supporting diggers ease into civilian life.
‘Shut it down’: Jacqui’s big call
Jacqui Lambie has made a shock call as a major report following a three-year royal commission into defence and veteran suicides is handed down.
‘Obligation’: Vow to act on defence report
The final report from the royal commission into veteran and defence force suicides will be handed over to the Albanese government on Monday.
Man critical after fall from Sydney hotel
Emergency services rushed to the scene during peak hour in Bondi.
Grim statistic on pokie machines in Aus
If you’re busting for the bathroom in Australia, you’ve got a better chance of finding a pokie machine than a public toilet.
‘Innocent’ act led to a decade of pain
A 32-year-old woman has shared how a simple, “innocent” act when she was younger led to more than a decade of pain.
Anger after life support turned off
Hundreds said goodbye to the mother-of-four before her life support was turned off this week.
Aus TV presenter suffers on-air panic attack
A TV presenter has had to stop in the middle of a live broadcast as a result of a medical condition, with the presenter later apologising.
‘Urgent’: Gen Z is in ‘serious trouble’
A major report released today has revealed just how “bleak” the future looks for Gen Z.
Mum dies weeks after giving birth
Warning: Distressing content. A grieving Sydney dad is raising awareness about a common condition after his wife died just weeks after giving birth.
‘Really dark’: Model’s sad confession
Kendall Jenner has admitted to “hysterically crying myself to sleep” throughout her modelling career in a candid new interview.
Radio star’s major cancer battle update
A beloved radio host has called in to her regular morning show to give listeners a major update on her shock breast cancer battle.
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