Huge update after student dies on school trip
A Melbourne private school has been fined $140,000 after 16-year-old student Lachlan Cook suffered fatal diabetes complications while on a school trip to Vietnam.
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Popular festivals to roll out pill testing
Several popular Aussie music festivals – including one where a person died and another where multiple overdoses occurred – will both have pill testing in place.
Major recall for popular kitchen item
A recall has been issued for a popular kitchen product available in several states amid fears of plastic contamination.
‘Worst day of my life is coming’: Dad told youngest daughter is dying
Little Hailey Valle has spent the last few years bravely fighting despite her parents facing “red tape” getting her into a clinical trial to give her better odds.
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‘Just say no’: Why it’s OK to be ‘selfish’ this Xmas
If your stress levels have been rising over the festive period you’re definitely not alone. These are some top tips from experts on how to reduce your anxiety over Christmas.
Huge new feature coming to AirPods
One of the most common pieces of tech has been given a massive new dimension with the approval of life-changing technology in Australia.
Warning over spike in Aussies with red welts
An Aussie insect expert has shed light on why there’s suddenly a huge uptick in the number of people suffering with bites in summer.
Deadly risk in Aussie fashion trend
Millions of Aussies are being exposed to increased risks of skin cancer because of a devastating flaw in their fashion choices.
‘Split-second decision’: The burger that cost Odetta her life
Odetta Maxwell, 25, will never meet her sister’s new child – all because of one moment on our roads. Here, her family pleads for change.
Deadly disease arrives in Aussie state
Aussies who visited several locations in inner-Sydney have been issued a warning.
‘17 years and 14 doctors’: Shock diagnosis after years of pain
It took 17 years, 14 doctors, opioids and surgeries until Jo Scott finally received the devastating answer to her excruciating pain and suffering.
Bombshell Aussie move against pharma giant
A major pharmaceutical giant known for its extensive catalogue of healthcare products has been sued over claims it sold Aussies dud cold and flu medications.
Shock Maccas move exposes Aussie shame
A controversial new security feature spotted at a McDonald’s restaurant notorious for antisocial behaviour has exposed an ugly reality faced by fast-food workers.
Stark warning as flesh-eating disease spreads
A gruesome flesh-eating bacteria – suspected to be transmitted by an iconic animal – is spreading in one Aussie state, and health officials are warning everyone is at risk.
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