Informed, engaged communities for health
A recent investigation by the ABC, The Age and the Sydney Morning Herald has raised serious concerns about the lack...
Introduction by Croakey: As COVID-19 spreads among remote Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory, there are urgent calls for governments...
At an online event today, Professor Jeffrey Braithwaite was presented with the 2021 Sidney Sax Medal to recognise his contribution...
Last week Tony McAvoy SC, the first Indigenous Senior Counsel and Co-Chair of the Indigenous Legal Issues Committee of the...
Introduction by Croakey: Young health leaders are developing a comprehensive call to action on improving health and healthcare for young...
Introduction by Croakey: Epidemiological research methods can reinforce racist stereotypes, say Australian National University (ANU) researchers. But focussing on strengths...
Introduction by Croakey: Data linkage, wastewater surveillance, mystery tracking and genomics programs have all proved critical in guiding Victoria’s COVID-19 response...
Introduction by Croakey: Associate Professor Lesley Russell recently published a comprehensive analysis of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) –...
Introduction by Croakey: Young people in Australia have been leading the march for change on urgent issues like climate action...
Croakey cuts through health care professional and organisational interests with edgy critiques about the diverse communities they are there for. In other words, you call BS on those with self interest.
Jason Trethowan
CEO PHN Western Victoria
If news doesn’t make you squirm it’s simply propaganda. Croakey’s unique blend of activism, humour and plain good reporting makes it an essential – if not always comfortable – read!
Professor Virginia Barbour
QUT
Croakey – like a sore throat spreading amongst friends – helps to spread healthy ideas rapidly through the blog and the Twittersphere. Thank you Croakey.
Michael Moore
Public health leader
Croakey is terrific. Thought provoking, well researched information….and easy to read. A great combination.
Professor Kate Conigrave
Professor Addiction Medicine, The University of Sydney
Croakey provides a rare platform to explore public health issues from a range of perspectives. Melissa and Marie have supported #cripcroakey, a series of articles about disability and health, at a time of profound change in disability policy that needs scrutiny and analysis. Croakey’s backing of writers from diverse backgrounds is a fantastic addition to Australian media.
El Gibbs
Award-winning writer; Leading #CripCroakey investigations of disability and health issues
If you care about a public health issue, or want others to care, get it online and get it on Croakey.
Professor Tarun Weeramanthri
Public health physician
It’s a must to stay connected with Croakey Health Media. They know all about what’s happening in Public Health, right up to the last minute!
Dr Janet Roden
New South Wales Nurses and Midwives' Association
Croakey gives me the best independent and most relevant public health news and views.
Dr Mark Wenitong
Public Health Medical Advisor, Apunipima Cape York Health Council , Associate Professor (Adjunct) School of Public Health,Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences James Cook University, Cairns.
At the Walkleys we celebrate and support great Australian journalism. Through our Walkley Grants for Innovation in Journalism we encourage projects that combine quality reporting with an entrepreneurial approach. We’re proud to support projects like Croakey that are an innovative platform driven by independent, ethical journalism for the public benefit.
Clare Fletcher
The Walkley Foundation
Croakey is the platform where health issues are dissected from every angle – from the complex impact on health arising from social, economic and environmental policies, to the influence of vested interests on public health, and insightful analysis of health care policies. It is a place where I can read the viewpoints of those who don’t often get heard in the mainstream media alongside prominent experts, learn about the lived experiences of diverse Australians, and see opportunities and fresh approaches to tackle our most challenging health issues.
Marita Hefler
Researcher, News Editor, BMJ Tobacco Control
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Public interest journalism is an important determinant of health, due to its roles in accountability and holding power to account, empowering communities, and contributing to health literacy. A strong public interest journalism sector contributes to planetary health and health equity, as well as healthier people, communities, societies, and systems of governance.
We are working very hard to ensure Croakey Health Media becomes sustainable into the future. Every donation helps! No amount is too small to make a difference. You can choose to make a one-off donation or become a regular donor.
Please also consider registering at our Patreon account that supports public interest journalism on the climate crisis and health – it’s an easy way to support us through regular donations. Every dollar helps.
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Croakey – Australia’s healthiest news-site!
Rob Oakeshott
Former MP
