community

Don’t Demention It: How one rural support group grew into something bigger

In a rural farming community like ours, where resources can sometimes feel out of reach, the need for support networks…

New aged care report centres voices of older First Nations people

A new report from the Department of Health and Aged Care on transforming the nation's aged care system for First…

Undervalued and alone: Report on social isolation

As we celebrate the 'most wonderful time of the year' it is important to remember that many people within the…

MRSA rates in the community a concern: study

Hospital infection rates of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) are improving but with most cases now occurring in the community, a…

Carer becomes patient

A former district nurse reflects on how little the role has changed as today’s generation looks after her.  Maureen Lockie…