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The Guardian
7 days ago
- Health
- The Guardian
Australia's largest private hospital operator to close majority of psychology clinics to be ‘flexible, sustainable'
Ramsay Health Care, Australia's largest private hospital operator, has announced it will be closing the majority of its psychology clinics, described by the peak body as 'very sad news' for those needing mental health care. The hospital network said it would progressively close 17 out of its 20 clinics by the end of August, in order to transition Ramsay Psychology to a 'more flexible and sustainable model'. Three clinics in Cairns, Charlestown and Joondalup will remain open to 'support local needs, maintain key partnerships and pilot more integrated models of care', Ramsay Health Care said in a statement. 'We understand this change might be unsettling and we are working closely with our psychologists to ensure every client is supported and has continuity of care, whether through our existing and expanded Telehealth service or with another trusted provider, depending on what is clinically appropriate,' the statement said. Sign up: AU Breaking News email Ramsay's website states it is 'Australia's largest private provider of psychology services'. It has not yet become clear if the closures amount to significant job losses. The network lists 141 psychologists on the website's 'find a practitioner tool'. The company also provides psychology services through mental health clinics offering inpatient treatment and outpatient sessions and day programs, which Guardian Australia understands will not be affected. In November an Australia government review of the private hospital sector's financial viability highlighted that obstetrics and mental health were 'two particular services of concern' becoming 'increasingly difficult to offer'. The president of the Australian Association of Psychologists, Sahra O'Doherty, said 'the closure of these clinics is very sad news for anyone needing professional mental health care'. 'Given we learned today the National Mental Health Commission Report Card showed that 20% delay seeking mental health help because of cost, these closures mean accessing psychological care will be more challenging,' Doherty said. The report for 2024, released on Thursday, also found less than half (45.1%) of people who had a mental disorder in the last 12 months had seen a health professional for their mental health in the past year. The diminishing access to mental health services comes against the backdrop of shortages of psychiatrists in both the public and private sectors, with the high-profile dispute between NSW Health and the state's public psychiatrists highlighting the constraints on mental health care in public hospital settings.
Wall Street Journal
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
What Made July 4 Possible?
Karl Rove says that we're focused on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence because it is 'What Made America Great' (op-ed, July 3). Fair enough, but without June 17, 1775, there would be no July 4, 1776. On that day, weeks after the battles at Lexington and Concord, thousands of men and boys put down their plows, left their families and marched to Charlestown, Mass., to fight what was then the most powerful army in the world. They weren't yet fighting for a fully articulated nation but for dignity and the right to self-determination. Their valor didn't merely foreshadow the revolution—it ignited what was to come.
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The Cornish hotel overlooking a Georgian harbour and it's right by the beach
THE newly refurbished Pier House is posted in a listed building brimming with character. With its prime seafront location, it's a great spot to explore the Cornish coast. 6 6 Here's everything you need to know about what to eat at the restaurant, what to get up to during your stay, and how much the rooms cost. Where is the Pier House Hotel? The hotel is in Charlestown, Cornwall. The town has a historically rich Georgian harbour. Many of the rooms provide a coastal view onlooking the famed tall ships that have appeared in Poldark and other television series. The inn is located just a 7 minute drive from St. Austell train station, and a short walk away from the town centre. What is the hotel like? This luxurious guest house with a stellar restaurant is in a pretty Cornish village. The interior has the same rustic coastal vibes as the exterior. It's full of nautical colour schemes and maritime decor with a contemporary twist, and many of the rooms have seaside views. What are the rooms like? We stayed in Room 20, which offered views over the harbour and sea. It is the biggest boudoir with a dressing area upstairs, alongside a huge bathroom full of Elemis products. 6 6 The air-conditioned room had dry robes and a beach bag which proved handy for a picnic on the beach. The inn provides 4 types of room including the Superior Sea View rooms, the Harbor View room, the Classic room and the Classic Cabin. What is there to eat and drink there? When we arrived, we grabbed a coffee and sat on the terrace - a wonderful sun spot and a great place for people-watching. Dinner is served in the restaurant and the menu is extensive. Starters included rose harissa hummus and goats' cheese parfait. Choices for the main event were dressed crab, fish and chips and honey-glazed pork belly. Everything was cooked to perfection, and the restaurant had a laid-back vibe. The kids' menu was good too, and my daughter was particularly happy with her ice cream sundae. 6 What else is there to do at the hotel? The Pier House re-opened in June after a fire destroyed much of the building. It has been beautifully restored. We made the most of our time on the beach, wandering around the harbour and checking out the gift shops. The Eden Project is three miles away and the Lost Gardens of Heligan near Mevagissey is a brilliant family-friendly day out. The Pier House is found along the South West Coast path, making it a great spot for an active break. Is the hotel family friendly? Yes, the hotel is marketed as family friendly, with the request that children be under supervision of an adult at all times. The Inn is also dog friendly, welcoming well behaved dogs into select rooms with an extra charge of £15 per night. They ask that you get in contact before booking to confirm you will be assigned the correct room. How much are the rooms? Double rooms start at £135 per night including breakfast. Book here. Is there access for guests with disabilities? Most rooms must be accessed by a significant number of steps, however if you wish to speak to the hotel about accessibility, they suggest you get in contact. Looking for a place to stay? For more hotel inspiration click here. 6
CTV News
09-07-2025
- CTV News
Quebec man charged by Indiana police with defrauding American seniors
Jia Hua Liu, 36, was arrested by the Charlestown Police Department faces allegations of fraud targeting seniors in the U.S. (Source: Charlestown Police Department) Police in Indiana have arrested a Quebec man and accused him of defrauding several seniors of more than $309,000 in a 'widespread' scam across multiple states. The Charlestown Police Department said Monday that officers arrested Jia Hua Liu, 36, who entered the United States in April. He was arrested on July 2 without incident at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, 'preparing to catch a departing flight,' police said. Searches of his vehicle and luggage turned up a 'large amount of cash.' Police released a photo of the money that was seized, showing several $100 bills laid out on a table. READ MORE: Alleged ringleader of massive grandparents scam operation in Montreal arrested by RCMP According to police, police opened an investigation on May 5 after a senior in Charlestown, IN was tricked into withdrawing $27,000 from his retirement account and handing it over to a man who came to his home. The suspect then took the money and left. 'As the investigation unfolded, detectives discovered that Liu was connected to similar fraud cases in Indiana, Ohio, New Mexico, and Tennessee,' police said. Investigators identified three more senior victims in Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan who were nearly victimized after concerned family members intervened 'just in time' and prevented $70,000 in potential losses. Liu is facing multiple charges: theft over $50,000, theft, fraud, criminal organization activity, and money laundering. Police told CTV News that he remains in custody on a $250,000 cash bond. 'This arrest is the result of tireless work by our detectives and strong cooperation between agencies,' said police chief Eric Kruse. 'We're committed to protecting our elderly community members and bringing those who prey on them to justice.' A news release from the police notes that Liu is presumed innocent until convicted.
Times
09-07-2025
- Times
Seven of the UK's best coastal hotels under £175
For most of us the biggest gripe with hotels at present is the price. To be fair, it's somewhat understandable — inflation of wages, utilities and food have all had an impact in recent years. But factor in a coastal location and summer holidays and bargains are few and far between. Yet good-value seaside stays can be found this summer if you swerve celebrated destinations and investigate posh pubs. Here are seven of our coastal favourites. Most cost about £150 for a double in the last fortnight in August — none costs more than £175. • Revealed: the UK's 50 best beaches for 2025• Why this Northern Ireland beach is the UK's best This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue Is Charlestown the last unspoilt place in Cornwall? It is historic where much of the county seems high gloss: old sailing ships against granite wharves, the mewl of gulls, the tang of salt air. And it's all outside the door of this Georgian inn. Its owner St Austell Brewery has spruced it up — bedrooms have reclaimed wood cladding or smart shades of dusky pink and green — without sacrificing character. So while there's now a smart harbour terrace for dinner, haddock and chips and Proper Job IPA remain on the menu. A spa? Who needs it when the beach is about 100m away?Details Room-only doubles from £160 ( • 12 of the best places to visit in Cornwall and where to stay Check the price before reading this. Astonishing isn't it? There are smarter stays hereabouts but this place for dog owners and surfers suits Scarbados nicely. A few years ago this Victorian spa hotel had a full revamp and is now both unpretentious and fun, with vintage-style prints on roller-blinds, a cheery welcome plus a location on South Beach. Sea views cost about £60 extra; top-end boutique-style rooms at nearly double the price are worth the splurge. Whichever you choose, there are freebies too: hot drinks on tap, cake at 4pm and an in-hotel cinema. The only caveat? Parking can be tricky. Details Room-only from £83 ( • Bike & Boot hotel review: a dog and family-friendly pick in the Peak District We named this Wales hotel of the year in March, the latest of a wallful of awards since it pioneered boutique hereabouts. So I feared higher prices since I last stayed three years ago. Nope: it's hardly changed. Nor has the appeal. It's a classy harbour stay with yachts outside windows but with the quirky details (woven Welsh throws and headboards, porthole windows, mermaid wallpaper, local art on walls) and charming staff. The restaurant is also excellent. If this were in St Ives, it would charge twice the B&B doubles from £155 ( • Harbourmaster hotel review: a Cardigan Bay trailblazer This feels less a hotel than a stay with friends, albeit friends who seem cooler and happier than you. It's an escape of dreams between Salcombe and Kingsbridge; a bolt hole on an emerald nook of a bay in Hope Cove village, in one of Britain's loveliest areas of outstanding natural beauty. The mood is beachy and easygoing: sandy flip-flops by the front door; antiques and flea market finds in public areas; vintage mirrors and Jaipur bed throws in ten simple rooms, all with beach views (and no televisions). You're here to eat: Mediterranean-inspired menus featuring local seafood are as good as you'd hope for when Oli Barker — one of the co-owners along with his wife, Ra — was formerly behind a string of highly rated London brasseries including Soif and Brawn, and, alongside Ra, Holland Park's Six Portland B&B doubles from £175 ( If you're after a hotel that's reassuringly traditional — old beams and soothing wall colours, windows filled with sea and manicured grounds outside — this fits the bill. Its turreted castle is trumpeted as the only 17th-century building still used as a residence in Northern Ireland and there are rooms in the tower. You'll book, though, to enjoy the £400,000 renovation last year that saw the refurb of 18 coastal rooms and the Antrim Suite, plus the beach that's literally over the road and the lovely staff. A full Irish breakfast or perhaps porridge with Bushmills whiskey sets you up for the Causeway Coastal Route or a day in B&B doubles from £149 ( • Revealed: 100 Best Places to Stay in the UK for 2025 Southwold and Aldeburgh, polestars of the Suffolk coast, are unbeatable for boutiques and beach nostalgia. But for the county of rose-tousled cottages and scenery to quieten the mind, Orford is where to head for. It's a medieval port reduced to a village, with boats at the quay, wading birds in the salt marsh and skies of horizon-pushing scale. Near a castle on the village square, you'll find this good-value restaurant with rooms. Book the main house for historic character, opt for garden chalets for the dog. Either way, style is modern-country. I would factor in an aperitif at the bar before a dinner of creative British B&B doubles from £148 ( Welcome to one of Britain's best coasts: beaches broad enough to land a jumbo on, a stonking castle, fish and chips in cute harbours, enigmatic islands, seabirds and seals. It's got the lot. You'd think a night with a castle view in August would cost a mint. This charming Victorian three-star is in the regional honeypot, Bamburgh: comfy rather than fancy, statement wallpaper to pep up rooms, tan leather banquettes in the brasserie. But this is Northumberland — still bizarrely overlooked even though driving here from the Home Counties takes only a little longer than a trip to south Cornwall — so prices are a steal. Details B&B doubles from £150 ( Have we missed your favourite? Please share your recommendations in the comments below
