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The Age
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
Brisbane news live: Investigation under way after patient killed at Brisbane hospital
Latest posts Investigation under way after patient killed at Brisbane hospital An investigation has been launched after a patient was killed at the Princess Alexandra Hospital. A sudden death investigation is under way after a 39-year-old man who had been attacked by another patient in the psychiatric unit of the Woolloongabba hospital died. Investigators are now trying to work out if the attack itself caused the man's death or if it triggered an underlying medical condition. Questions are also being raised by staff about how the attack was allowed to happen. The 39-year-old died on May 4 but when no public statement was made, staff told 9News they wanted the public to know about the incident. A statement sent on Monday afternoon by Queensland Health said: 'We extend our deepest sympathies to the patient's family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. 'As this matter is currently the subject of an investigation by the state coroner, it would be inappropriate to provide specific details or further information at this time.' This man's death follows the killing of Kevin Farr, a former Gold Coast police officer, by another patient at Robina Hospital. The report found there were failings by the hospital. 7.11am Glowin' in the wind In what's forecast to be Brisbane's warmest day of the week, we're expecting a mostly sunny day today with a top temperature of 25 degrees. But the maximum temperatures are predicted to slide slightly over the next few days. Here's the outlook for the week: 7.10am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: The latest property market downturn has become one of the shortest and shallowest on record, ending just three months after it started. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists bullying complaints against West Australian senator Dorinda Cox were dealt with appropriately as he hailed her shock defection from the Greens to join his government. A recount of votes in the north shore Sydney seat of Bradfield might not settle who will represent it in Canberra as a Liberal and an independent brace for a rematch. The Trump administration is applying the values of Make America Great Again to US foreign policy, writes political editor Peter Hartcher. One of the American regime's greatest gripes is against countries that ban hate speech, try to moderate online content, regulate social media or apply any sort of limits to the behaviour of US tech platforms. Sicily's Mount Etna has put on a fiery show, sending a cloud of smoke and ash several kilometres into the air. Australian rugby fans won't get a final chance to farewell Wallabies great Michael Hooper on the field after it was revealed the former captain won't feature for the Australian and New Zealand XV against the British and Irish Lions in Adelaide.
Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
Brisbane news live: Investigation under way after patient killed at Brisbane hospital
Latest posts Investigation under way after patient killed at Brisbane hospital An investigation has been launched after a patient was killed at the Princess Alexandra Hospital. A sudden death investigation is under way after a 39-year-old man who had been attacked by another patient in the psychiatric unit of the Woolloongabba hospital died. Investigators are now trying to work out if the attack itself caused the man's death or if it triggered an underlying medical condition. Questions are also being raised by staff about how the attack was allowed to happen. The 39-year-old died on May 4 but when no public statement was made, staff told 9News they wanted the public to know about the incident. A statement sent on Monday afternoon by Queensland Health said: 'We extend our deepest sympathies to the patient's family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. 'As this matter is currently the subject of an investigation by the state coroner, it would be inappropriate to provide specific details or further information at this time.' This man's death follows the killing of Kevin Farr, a former Gold Coast police officer, by another patient at Robina Hospital. The report found there were failings by the hospital. 7.11am Glowin' in the wind In what's forecast to be Brisbane's warmest day of the week, we're expecting a mostly sunny day today with a top temperature of 25 degrees. But the maximum temperatures are predicted to slide slightly over the next few days. Here's the outlook for the week: 7.10am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: The latest property market downturn has become one of the shortest and shallowest on record, ending just three months after it started. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists bullying complaints against West Australian senator Dorinda Cox were dealt with appropriately as he hailed her shock defection from the Greens to join his government. A recount of votes in the north shore Sydney seat of Bradfield might not settle who will represent it in Canberra as a Liberal and an independent brace for a rematch. The Trump administration is applying the values of Make America Great Again to US foreign policy, writes political editor Peter Hartcher. One of the American regime's greatest gripes is against countries that ban hate speech, try to moderate online content, regulate social media or apply any sort of limits to the behaviour of US tech platforms. Sicily's Mount Etna has put on a fiery show, sending a cloud of smoke and ash several kilometres into the air. Australian rugby fans won't get a final chance to farewell Wallabies great Michael Hooper on the field after it was revealed the former captain won't feature for the Australian and New Zealand XV against the British and Irish Lions in Adelaide.
