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Private records of some Canberra Health Services patients 'deliberately' sent to industrial partner

Some Canberra Health Services patients' records have been emailed to people outside of the organisation, in what has been described as a "serious breach of privacy".

ABC News

Liberals raise more questions about Greens minister's workplace culture

The Canberra Liberals again asked the Mental Health Minister to explain findings from a review of her office.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt refuses to condemn federal cuts to psychology appointments

This is despite the Greens Mental Health Minister saying she would like all mental health care to be universally funded.

The Canberra Times

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'We will fix it': Davidson concedes problems at mental health unit

An inquiry found there were "poor standards of care delivery".

The Canberra Times

Change promised after 'hard-to-read' report uncovers raft of issues at Canberra's Dhulwa Mental Health Unit

A damning report into governance and policies at Canberra's secure mental health unit has listed assaults on staff and confusion about the facility's purpose among a number of issues that need urgent action.

ABC News

Inquiry into Dhulwa finds 'poor standards of care'

The report has made 25 recommendations for change.

The Canberra Times

'I would warn you': Magistrate silences alleged Canberra Hospital killer

She remanded the 18-year-old alleged murderer in custody, recommending that he be assessed for admission into a different mental health facility.

The Canberra Times

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Land finally secured for in-patient eating disorder facility

It's been nearly four years since the in-patient facility was announced.

The Canberra Times

'No more': The fight to improve the ACT's mental health system

Ravi Madan died by suicide at 23 and his parents are now fighting for changes to the system.

The Canberra Times

'I'm terrified': the end of COVID-19 isolation is not being welcomed by everyone

The last of the remaining public health restrictions against COVID-19 have been dropped.

The Canberra Times

ACT government, National Disability Insurance Agency to streamline NDIS approvals to free up hospital beds

Janet spent a year in hospital waiting for changes to her NDIS plan to be approved and supported accommodation to be found. The ACT government wants to streamline the process so others can discharge faster.

ABC News

'Real difference': New plan to free NDIS participants stuck in Canberra hospitals

More than a dozen NDIS participants are stuck in hospitals despite being medically cleared to leave.

The Canberra Times

'It works, it saves lives, it has great outcomes': Boost for ACT mental health services

Mental Health Minister Emma Davidson said access to good mental health services was part of the government's vision for a kind, connected and informed community.

The Canberra Times

Edinburgh jewellery thief snared after eagle-eyed boss spots stolen items in social media pics

Taylor Thomson admitted stealing almost £2000 worth of jewellery from the Fraser Hart store on Edinburgh's Princes Street during a four-month crime spree while working as a staff member.

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Bungling jewellery thief snared after eagle-eyed boss spots stolen items in social media pics

Taylor Thomson admitted stealing almost £2000 worth of jewellery from the Fraser Hart store on Edinburgh's Princes Street during a four-month crime spree while working as a staff member.

The Canberra Times

Public needs to rethink COVID risk if fresh restrictions imposed: expert

State and territory governments have encouraged people to wear face masks but none have reintroduced legal requirements.

The Canberra Times

Dhulwa inquiry to deliver first findings within three months

A former Fair Work commissioner will chair the inquiry.

The Canberra Times

ACT considers legalising prescription of psychedelics

The ACT government is considering an unsolicited medicines reform proposal from Mind Medicine Australia.

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The Canberra Times

Split in ACT govt on legislation to raise the age of criminal responsibility

Labor and the Greens are understood to be divided on the matter.

The Canberra Times

Government turns down another inquiry for Dhulwa

Minister for Mental Health Emma Davidson said running a concurrent inquiry would not be helpful.

The Canberra Times

Opposition calls for another inquiry into Dhulwa

The opposition's proposed inquiry would review current arrangements at the site.

The Canberra Times

'Sent into the killing fields': Nurses' calls for immediate safety fixes

It came after the ACT government announced there would be an inquiry into cultural issues at the mental health unit.

The Canberra Times

ACT government to hold inquiry into conditions at Dhulwa

The inquiry will investigate and review legislative, clinical and governance policies at the facility.

The Canberra Times

ACT government hints at possibility of inquiry into Dhulwa

The nurses union and the ACT's opposition have called for an urgent inquiry into the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit.

The Canberra Times

Warning of impending 'catastrophic event', as nurses scared to report assaults

Staff working at the Dhulwa Mental Health unit reported more than 100 physicals assaults over a six-month period.

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