'No credible plan' for mental health overhaul promised after teenagers death
Western Australia's auditor-general warned on June 17, 2026, that a promised overhaul of mental health services for children is unlikely without significant changes. Only one of 32 recommendations from a 2022 review has been implemented since the suicide of 13-year-old Kate Savage. The Mental Health Commission acknowledged the need for a structured governance and evaluation.
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Published 17 Jun 2026, 05:37 UTC · Updated 17 Jun 2026, 05:40 UTC
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