Canberra morning briefing

Healthcare complaints surge; prison victims demand answers

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More Canberrans are complaining about healthcare. Is the system learning from it?
Canberrans are increasingly complaining about healthcare as patients report repeated hospital visits, worsening symptoms, and missed opportunities for early intervention. One resident says he cycled through a health system he no longer trusted after months of struggling with a cardiac event.
the-riotact.com
ACT victim registrations soar amid review of prison release program
ACT victim registrations have soared amid a review of the prison release program, with families awaiting consultation on decisions that many say haven't properly considered their perspectives.
canberratimes.com.au
'Significant failing' allows accused child abusers to work with children: union
A union warns of a significant failing that allows accused child abusers to work with children, citing too many examples of young workers being assaulted.
canberratimes.com.au
ACT unemployment climbs but demand for specialised talent remains sky-high
ACT unemployment has climbed, but a new report reveals a surprise twist in federal hiring trends with demand for specialised talent remaining sky-high.
canberratimes.com.au

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