Health Minister defends boy being sent to Cairns adult psychiatric unit

Email Queensland Health Minister Shannon Fentiman has defended the decision to place a child in Cairns’ adult psychiatric unit, despite whistleblowers and mental health advocates criticising the move.

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PM Edition Health Minister defends boy being sent to Cairns adult psychiatric unit Queensland Health Minister Shannon Fentiman has defended the decision to place a child in Cairns’ adult psychiatric unit, despite whistleblowers and mental health advocates critici... READ MORE   Torres Strait hospital evacuated after hazmat spill A leaky fuel generator has caused an evacuation of a major Torres Strait Island hospital. What we know. READ MORE   Police officer accused of rape A police officer who denies he raped a woman will face a five-day trial in Cairns District Court. READ MORE   Sea plane makes splash landing at Trinity Inlet before PNG mission The water-adapted aircraft dazzled onlookers on the marina as it made its final preparations before an important trip overseas. Find out more. READ MORE   ‘Nuisance showers’: Why Far North rain is here to stay It’s time to break out the jackets and keep umbrellas close at hand as the Far North begins to move into a showery winter. READ MORE   Is muffin warming fee the latest restaurant secret slug? A “standard” fee to warm a muffin at a Melbourne cafe has reignited debate over the state’s beleaguered hospitality sector — and whether eateries are now hi... READ MORE   Proof of Voice vote lie laid bare in one image When the No campaign told Australia that a Yes vote would “divide” us, they failed to mention this part, writes Douglas Smith. READ MORE   This is the worst excuse for speeding ... and we all use it A leading Aussie traffic cop has lifted the lid on the worst driver behaviours and excuses. READ MORE   Newsletters Today's Paper +Rewards Want to change how you receive these emails? Manage your newsletter preferences or unsubscribe from this newsletter. Sent by The Cairns Post, PO Box 126 Cairns, QLD 4870 Australia.