From 6 February 2023, adolescents in Australia will only need one dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine to be considered fully vaccinated.

Emergency services have found a tiny radioactive capsule near Newman, ending a large-scale interagency search for the missing object.

Emergency services are searching for a capsule containing a radioactive substance and are asking the public to be alert and report anything that looks like the missing material. The capsule is small (6mm diameter and 8mm tall), round and silver.

Residents in the Kimberley region are being urged to stay safe and protect their health following recent major flooding to the area.