When Afghan refugee Zia Alami arrived in Australia, he had to turn to Google to find help after being released from a detention centre. Key points: A report has recommended the federal government boost support for a refugee settlement pilot program The program pairs refugees with groups of community volunteers, who are trained to help them get settled The government …
Pregnancy and childbirth services will soon return to Castlemaine Health having been shut down almost a year ago. Key points: Antenatal services will return from March 22 and birthing to return from May 3 Maternity unit review found re-opening it early could put mothers at an unacceptable risk Advocacy group concerned about closures of rural and regional birthing services across …
Castlemaine Health has confirmed its maternity service will remain suspended while a new model of care is put in place. Key points: It's unclear how long birthing services will remain suspended for, or the catalyst for the review The review acknowledges strong commitment from staff, and high community engagement The State Government will pay for a $180,000 electronic foetal monitoring …
A Bendigo mother has become the first Victorian to use the state's Voluntary Assisted Dying Act, with her daughters describing her death as "beautiful and peaceful". Key points: The assisted dying process took 26 days for the Bendigo mum and her family to complete Kerry Robertson took the medication on the day it was dispensed The 61-year-old had stopped treatment …