This article is commentry. Euthanasia is illegal in many countries, but the number of countries where it is permitted is growing. Those in favour say that in a civilised society, people should be able to choose when they are ready to die and should be helped if they are unable to end their lives on […]
Denton to Robocall Voters
Denton to robocall marginal voters in push to stop euthanasia backflip A pro-euthanasia group will harness celebrity power in a fresh campaign urging undecided voters to only support candidates who back assisted dying laws. A recorded phone message by television personality Andrew Denton will go out to thousands of voters in the Albert Park, Prahran, […]
Euthanasia 24-hour Hotline
TERMINALLY ill patients will be able to get information on euthanasia from a 24-hour Victorian state government-sponsored hotline. The $6 million palliative care support line will also provide help and advice on end of-life care. But a government tender document reveals the winning provider must be willing to provide information on the assisted dying scheme. […]
60 Minutes: Assisted Dying
60 Minutes interview with GP Alida Lancee who admits to helping 300 suffering patients die In an exclusive interview with 60 Minutes reporter Tara Brown, West Australian based GP Alida Lancee is putting her reputation, her livelihood and – most importantly – her freedom on the line by identifying the patient who requested her help in […]
Voluntary Euthanasia Register
While we are overjoyed about the upcoming changes to Victoria’s Voluntary Euthanasia Laws, our attention is drawn to who should qualify. Understandably, the Government is being very cautious including some very strict safeguards but are these safeguards excluding some of the people the laws should affect. My suggestion is a register like the Australian Organ […]