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Month: March 2026

Mining & Resources

Technology

Boundless opportunity in Australia’s Mid West

The diverse economy of Western Australia’s Mid West has long been driven by traditional industries, like construction and agriculture, as well as resurgent mineral commodities, like gold and iron ore. But how well is the region placed to support newer-coming entrants, such as manufacturing and space. And what are its overall long-term growth prospects? Ahead…

4 Mar 2026, by Amy Sarcevic

Healthcare

What does ‘quality’ aged care really mean?

The quality of Australia’s aged care system has been under scrutiny since the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, where it was alleged the sector needed stricter clinical governance. But what if the focus was less clinical and more about users’ quality of life, recognising their needs as people, irrespective of their age…

2 Mar 2026, by Amy Sarcevic

Healthcare

When is it okay to use psychotropics in residential aged care homes?

Psychotropic medications have long been used in residential aged care homes (RACH), but updated rules around ‘why, how, and to whom’ they are administered have left some providers unclear on their appropriate usage. RACH Chief Medical Officer Dr Simon Grof say that, while the sentiment behind the new “rights-based” approach to psychotropic administration is clear,…

2 Mar 2026, by Amy Sarcevic