Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

For too long women’s health has been unrecognised, misinterpreted, underserviced or siloed in the broader medical systems that were designed by and for men.

Here in Victoria, we are changing that. Because we know women’s health matters.

In 2024, the Victorian Government launched a landmark Inquiry into Women’s Pain – the first of its kind in Australia. The Inquiry provided Victorian girls and women with a platform to voice their experiences of pain and pain care.

The response was overwhelming. Over 8 months of consultation, more than 13,000 girls, women, gender diverse people, carers, and clinicians shared their stories through an online survey, written submissions, and focus groups attended by over 300 people.

Following extensive consultation, the Department of Health and Safer Care Victoria are pleased to share the Bridging the Gender Pain Gap report, reflecting the voices and experiences of those who contributed to the Inquiry into Women’s Pain.

What we heard

As part of the Inquiry, women and girls told us about the wide-ranging impact of pain, and the barriers they face when trying to access care. An astounding 90% of respondents reported experiencing pain lasting longer than a year, and 54% described living with pain every day.

Women also shared how pain isn’t just physical. For many, it affects every part of life – mental health, relationships, work, education, and participation in daily activities. Pain can isolate people from community, limit opportunities and diminish quality of life.

Many respondents also highlighted barriers within the healthcare system, identifying areas for reform. These included gender bias, stigma, stereotyping, and a lack of specialist knowledge. Some respondents reported being dismissed or gaslit. Others faced challenges accessing appropriate care due to cost, long wait times, and the complexity of navigating services that often didn’t meet their needs.

Next steps

The Inquiry resulted in 27 recommendations across 7 key areas to inform improved models of care and service delivery of Victorian girls and women experiencing pain in the future.

The 7 key areas for improvement include:

• Women’s health research
• Policy strengthening
• Training and professional development
• Cultural change and public awareness
• Models of care
• Building our workforce
• Affordable and accessible healthcare

Thank you for sharing your voices and experiences

The Department of Health is incredibly grateful to the women, girls, carers, friends, family members, peak bodies, and healthcare professionals who took part in this landmark Inquiry.

The outcomes of this Inquiry mark a potential turning point for women’s health in Victoria – a unifying moment that can drive lasting, systemic change for generations to come.

Read the full Bridging the Gender Pain Gap report.

Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing

People are being urged not to consume various alfalfa sprouts produced by Parilla Fresh following a national recall due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The recall follows a joint investigation by interstate health and food regulatory authorities into an increase in an unusual type of Salmonella infection.

The company, based in NSW, has recalled the product while the investigation continues and further testing of the product is undertaken.

The Victorian Department of Health advises the impacted alfalfa sprouts were sold in multiple supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, IGA and other independent grocers and stores in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, Northern Territory, Australia Capital Territory and South Australia. These products were all sold in 125g varieties with use-by dates up to and including 20 November 2025.

Products affected are listed on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) website. Brands included in the recall include:

• Aussie Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts
• Hugo’s Alfalfa Onion & Garlic Sprouts
• Hugo’s Alfalfa Radish Sprouts
• Hugo’s Alfalfa & Onion Sprouts
• Hugo’s Salad Sprouts
• Hugo’s Alfalfa & Broccoli Sprouts
• Hugo’s Trio Sprouts Selection

Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, Dr Caroline McElnay, said anyone who has recently bought the affected products should discard them immediately.

“If you’ve eaten alfalfa sprouts, you should monitor for symptoms of salmonellosis, which may include diarrhoea, fever and headache,” Dr McElnay said.

“Stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and dehydration are other common symptoms.”

Symptoms usually start 6-72 hours after exposure to the bacteria and usually last for 4-7 days, however symptoms can sometimes last a lot longer.

“Most people recover within about a week and do not need treatment but you should see your doctor if your symptoms last longer than a few days.”

“The best thing you can do is rest at home and drink a lot of fluids, such as water or oral rehydration drinks.”

To date, as part of the ongoing joint investigation, at least 44 people nationwide have been identified with the unusual strain of Salmonella, including 9 people in Victoria.

You should contact your doctor if:

• symptoms last longer than a few days;
• diarrhoea is severe or bloody;
• you are at risk for severe Salmonella (young children, older people, and people with poor immune systems); or
• you are worried.

Source: South Australia Police

Just after 12pm on Friday 31 October, police and emergency services were called to Port Road after reports that a man riding an electric scooter had been hit by a black Lexus sedan near Bonython Park.

The scooter rider, a 53-year-old Brompton man was taken to hospital but sadly passed away on Friday 7 November.

The same day, the driver of the sedan, a 39-year-old Tranmere man was arrested by Major Crash officers and charged with cause death by careless driving.

He was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 4 February 2026.

The man’s death is the 77^th life lost on South Australian roads this year.

Source: New South Wales Health – State Government

People are being urged not to consume various alfalfa sprouts produced by Parilla Fresh following a national recall due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The recall follows a joint investigation by health and food regulatory authorities into an increase in an unusual type of Salmonella infection. 

The company has voluntarily recalled the product while the investigation continues and further testing of the product is undertaken. 

NSW Health advises the impacted alfalfa sprouts were sold in multiple supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, IGA and other independent grocers and stores in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, Northern Territory, Australia Capital Territory and South Australia. These products were all sold in 125g varieties with use-by dates up to and including 20 November 2025.

Aussie Sprouts Alfalfa Sprouts
Hugo’s Alfalfa Onion & Garlic Sprouts
Hugo’s Alfalfa Radish Sprouts
Hugo’s Alfalfa & Onion Sprouts
Hugo’s Salad Sprouts 
Hugo’s Alfalfa & Broccoli Sprouts 
Hugo’s Trio Sprouts Selection 

NSW Health Director One Health Branch, Keira Glasgow said consumers should check their fridge and ensure they do not consume the impacted products.

“There is a risk that if these affected alfalfa sprouts are consumed you could become ill,” Ms Glasgow said.

NSW Health is working with the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, as well as other jurisdictions, to investigate the issue further. 

To date, as part of the ongoing investigation, at least 44 people nationwide have been identified with the unusual strain of Salmonella, including 18 people in NSW. 

“Anyone who has consumed alfalfa sprouts should be on the lookout for symptoms, which include: headache; fever; stomach cramps; diarrhoea; nausea; and vomiting,” Ms Glasgow said. 

Symptoms usually start 6-72 hours after exposure to the bacteria and usually last for 4-7 days, however symptoms can sometimes last a lot longer.

“Most people recover within a week by having lots of rest and drinking plenty of fluids such as water or oral hydration drinks from a pharmacy,” Ms Glasgow said.

“While anyone can get Salmonella infection, infants, the elderly and people with poor immune systems are more likely to have severe illness. 

“These people may need antibiotics from their doctor or, in more severe cases, hospitalisation.”

You should contact your doctor if:

symptoms last longer than a few days;
diarrhoea is severe or bloody;
you are at risk for severe Salmonella (young children, older people, and people with poor immune systems); or
you are worried.

Anyone needing non-urgent medical advice should call their local GP, healthdirect for free (24 hours) on 1800 022 222 or speak to their local pharmacist.​

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Northern Territory Police are calling for information after 2 offenders stole a large quantity of cash during an aggravated robbery in Darwin’s Northern suburbs overnight.

About 11:00pm, two men entered a Wulagi residence through an unlocked door and confronted a 19-year-old male occupant.

One offender allegedly produced a machete and held it to the victim’s throat while the other searched the house for valuables.

Together with the cash, the offenders stole a laptop computer, and the victim’s car keys before fleeing the scene in his Toyota Corolla.

The victim was not physically injured during the incident.

Casuarina General Duties officers, members from the Trident and Drug and Organised Crime Units were called in to assist with locating the stolen vehicle.

A short time later, the vehicle was found abandoned at the Moil shops.

A 19-year-old male was arrested nearby in possession of cash and drugs and investigations are continuing.

Detectives from the Serious Crime Squad are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, saw suspicious activity in the Wulagi or Moil areas around the time of the offence, or has CCTV or dash-cam footage, to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference number NTP2500111113.

Anonymous reports can also be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppers.com.au.

Source: ACT Police

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