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Paige Cockburn
Paige Cockburn is a digital reporter and producer for the ABC in Sydney. She is currently the Digital Lead for NSW politics. She has previously covered the court and health rounds. Before joining the NSW team she worked on the national digital desk for the ABC in Brisbane. Follow Paige on Twitter: @PaigeCockburn
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The new and improved COVID-19 vaccines will be available by Christmas. So who should get one?
We're in the grips of a surging COVID-19 wave but there's some good news — the new monovalent COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna will be up for grabs from December 11.
New guidelines recommend hormone therapy to shore up menopausal bone health
Women experience rapid bone loss during menopause but experts say GPs aren't confident prescribing hormones for skeletal health, despite evidence it works.
How to help yourself — and kids — cope with distressing news about the Israel-Gaza conflict
Many people may find graphic coverage of the Israel-Gaza conflict distressing, but psychologists say children will be especially vulnerable to emotional disturbances. Here's what to look for and how to help.
Have you been asked to sign up to MyMedicare? Here's what you need to know
You may have received a text or email in recent weeks from your GP asking you to register for something called MyMedicare. So how does the scheme work and is it worth signing up?
There's now a 'morning after' pill for STIs
Leading sexual health experts say taking Doxy-PEP after unprotected sex could help reduce STIs in queer men, but there's a big catch.
Combination COVID/flu vaccines are passing clinical trials. When can we expect them in Australia?
Wouldn't it be handy if we could be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 with a single shot? Early clinical trials indicate that could be possible in a few years.
'My life is worth more than my boobs': Women are less likely than men to receive CPR in public
People are less likely to give a woman CPR due to fears of hurting her or being accused of inappropriate touching. One Australian CPR provider is trying to change that by putting breasts on training mannequins.
'I feel like I'm not in charge': What to do if the Voice debate is taking a toll on your mental health
The lead-up to the Voice referendum has taken a toll on the mental health of many people, especially in First Nations communities. Psychologists share their tips on how to manage stress and anxiety during a challenging time.
'A real problem for us as allergists': why experts don't recommend the skin prick test to screen for allergies
Australia has some of the highest rates of food allergy in the world but the way we test for these potentially fatal conditions is unreliable and leading to misdiagnoses, say experts.
'The repercussions carried on for years': The stories that left a mark on Juanita Phillips ahead of her final bulletin
For the past 21 years, when the cameras start rolling Juanita Phillips has felt at ease. Tonight, she will present the 7pm news bulletin to New South Wales one last time.
Estranged husband charged over death of Tatiana Dokhotaru who made frantic triple-0 call
Danny Zayat is charged with murder over the death of his former partner Tatiana Dokhotaru, who placed a triple-0 call 20 hours before being found dead in her Liverpool unit.
NSW beachgoers will be caught in the middle of 'fraught' shark politics this summer
Twelve years ago the Dunedin council in New Zealand removed shark nets from three beaches and no one has been attacked. Questions are being asked about why the same can't happen in NSW.
Thredbo says 'freak' gust of wind caused chairlift accident that injured three snowboarders
Thredbo Ski Resort says a chairlift accident that left snowboarders with back and facial injuries was caused by a "freak gust of wind".
Border Force raid on Sydney apartment block finds radioactive material
After an almost 10-hour raid on a Sydney apartment block emergency services have confirmed they found low level radioactive isotopes inside a home.
Man charged with murder after mother of four stabbed to death in Western Sydney
Police launch a critical incident investigation into the circumstances surrounding mother-of-four Drew Douglas's death and why officers did not attend her address after a welfare call was made.
'Confused': Man accused of making explosives threat on Sydney flight doesn't understand charges, court told
Canberra man Muhammad Arif is charged with allegedly claiming to have explosives on board a Malaysia Airlines flight from Sydney to Kuala Lumpur.
'Authoritative but thoughtful': Leading scientists pay tribute to pandemic epidemiologist Mary-Louise McLaws
The scientific community pays tribute to the calm, warm epidemiologist who led Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic who some say was more respected than a head of state.
Collapsed Sydney developer Toplace entity owes $25m to Australian Tax Office, administrator finds
A report has found a subsidiary of property developer Toplace, failed to pay $25 million it owed to the tax office in 2022 and claims there's little chance of those funds being recovered.
Aerial shooting of brumbies to reduce numbers is back on the agenda. How did we get here?
For some the brumby is a national icon that encapsulates what Australia is. For others it's a pest that's out of control.
New fuel discount for NSW seniors slammed as 'laughable' in place of $250 travel card
Seniors in NSW can now get a 4-cent-per-litre discount on their fuel at participating petrol stations in place of the $250 regional travel card, which was suspended last month.
NSW premier unsure whether Hunter projects have been compromised by dumped minister's private interests
Chris Minns says there are a "vast" number of properties not disclosed as required by the code of conduct and he is concerned Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp may have used his public role to benefit his private interests.
'Lost control' of crime in Sydney: Spate of shootings puts pressure on NSW government
The police minister says detectives are working around the clock to investigate a series of shootings this week, as the NSW opposition claims the government has "lost control" of the streets.
Police deny losing control of drug war as man dies days after Sydney car ambush
Senior NSW Police officers deny losing control of the escalating drug wars across Sydney but admit they are up against a "wall of silence". Five people have been shot in five days — two of them fatally.
Man charged with Easter Sunday murder of Sydney woman Erin Mullavey
A man is charged over the murder of Sydney woman Erin Mullavey in April but police say they are yet to determine how he gained access to her apartment.
First 'wellbeing budget' finds Australians are living longer but they are less satisfied
Treasurer Jim Chalmers releases a long-awaited wellbeing report but admits there are "gaps" in the data and says he is "open to feedback".