Australia’s IVF industry under scrutiny: Why the Monash failures demand urgent reform
The in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and assisted reproductive technology (ART) industry is booming, with growing numbers
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26 June 2025
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Crimes of the Cross: What Anne Manne’s book reveals about clergy abuse in Newcastle’s Anglican Diocese
A decades-long cover-up of clergy abuse in Newcastle In Crimes of the Cross, writer and
Catherine Henry Lawyers
26 June 2025
Law Matters Podcast: Crimes of the Cross – Uncovering Institutional Abuse with Anne Manne
***Content warning: This episode discusses institutional and child abuse. If you find this distressing, consider
Catherine Henry Lawyers
25 June 2025
Yet More Delay: Albanese Government Kicks Aged Care Reform Down the Road—Again
Yet more delay to Aged Care Reform The Federal Government has once again postponed the
Catherine Henry Lawyers
6 June 2025
Bird v DP (Pseudonym) [2024]: Where to for institutional abuse survivors? | A Case Study
The recent High Court decision in Bird v DP (Pseudonym) [2024] HCA 41 has raised
Catherine Henry Lawyers
15 May 2025
Coronial inquest into tragic drowning at Supported Independent Living (SIL) facility | Our Client’s Story
We acted for the family of 20-year-old Hunter man Cameron de Vries during the five-day
Catherine Henry Lawyers
24 April 2025
Doctors’ strike a disturbing symptom of a system in crisis
As Hunter doctors walk off the job over unsafe conditions, it’s time to listen—not just
Catherine Henry
17 April 2025
Coroner’s findings condemn Jehovah’s Witness blood transfusion rules | Our Client’s Story
We previously explored the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of Mrs Heather Winchester, a 75-year-old
Catherine Henry Lawyers
7 April 2025
Women at work – where are we in 2025?
Accelerate action is the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) – in recognition
Catherine Henry Lawyers
31 March 2025
Law Matters Podcast: Women’s Rights, Reproductive Health, and Leadership with Sonia Hornery MP
There’s no doubt that the women’s rights movement has made significant advancements in gender equality
Catherine Henry Lawyers
26 March 2025
Suffering in silence: Ignoring women’s chronic pain
The impact of women’s chronic pain At the Newcastle Writers Festival, the panel discussion How
Catherine Henry Lawyers
25 March 2025
How safe is Paracetamol? – Vic Coroners case explores hidden dangers
Paracetamol is widely considered to be a form of safe pain relief. After all, it’s
Catherine Henry Lawyers
20 March 2025
Pursuing complaints and negligence claims against aged care facilities
Ongoing oversight in aged care standards As the demand for aged care services grows with
Catherine Henry Lawyers
6 March 2025
Understanding Civil Penalties in the Aged Care Act 2024
The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety handed down its final report, Care,
Catherine Henry Lawyers
5 March 2025
Law Matters Podcast: Lawyers and Aged Care Providers – Working Together for Better with Viv Allanson OAM
When you place a loved one in aged care, you want to be assured that
Catherine Henry Lawyers
13 February 2025
NSW Health issues warning on unregulated cosmetic injections
NSW Health has issued an urgent warning following a recent incident in western Sydney, involving
Catherine Henry Lawyers
28 January 2025
Elevate your career with NSW Regional Women Lawyers webinar series
Introducing NSW Regional Women Lawyers webinar series For women lawyers practising in rural, regional, and
Catherine Henry Lawyers
11 December 2024
2024 Hunter Elder Law & Capacity Symposium: Advocating for the rights of older Australians
2024 Hunter Elder Law & Capacity Symposium The 2024 Hunter Elder Law & Capacity Symposium,
Catherine Henry Lawyers
6 December 2024
Aged care: Monumental step forward or work in progress?
As the term of the federal parliament draws to a close, the Aged Care Bill
Catherine Henry Lawyers
4 December 2024
Law Matters Podcast: Supporting Survivors Through Redress for Institutional Abuse with Bob O’Toole
***Content warning: This episode discusses institutional and child abuse. If this may be triggering for
Catherine Henry Lawyers
12 November 2024
Catherine Henry Lawyers recognised for eighth consecutive year in prestigious Doyle’s Guide
Catherine Henry Lawyers and its principal, Catherine Henry, have been recognised for the eighth consecutive
Catherine Henry Lawyers
31 October 2024
Law Matters Podcast: Breaking the Silence – Suicide Awareness with Craig Hamilton
***Content warning: This episode discusses suicide and suicide prevention. If this may be triggering for
Catherine Henry Lawyers
10 September 2024
Law Matters Podcast: NSW Inquiry into Birth Trauma – Key Insights with Chair, Emma Hurst MP
One in three women experience birth trauma. So, what’s being done about it? In May
Catherine Henry Lawyers
21 August 2024
Law Matters Podcast: Supporting Our Climate Activists with Rising Tide and Dr. Leslie Cannold
If you are not willing to be arrested in the fight against climate change, are
Catherine Henry Lawyers
15 July 2024
FAQs: Institutional Abuse
In this information sheet, our Institutional Abuse team answers your frequently asked questions. What is
Catherine Henry Lawyers
3 May 2024
Law Matters Podcast: New Family Law Reforms – Best Interests of the Child with Colin Forrest SC
Going through a relationship breakdown is difficult for anyone. When you add children to the
Catherine Henry Lawyers
23 April 2024
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Law Matters Podcast: Part 2 – CHL Clients Share Their Botched Cosmetic Surgery Stories
Join us for this special episode of Law Matters, where three former clients of Catherine
Catherine Henry Lawyers
28 March 2024
Taskforce recommends wealthy Australians pay more for aged care services
March 1st marked the third anniversary of the delivery of the Final Report of the
Catherine Henry Lawyers
15 March 2024
Law Matters Podcast: Part 1 – Cosmetic Surgery Reforms and Ongoing Concern of Rogue Practitioners with Ngaire Watson
On the face of it, there’s been a crackdown on cosmetic surgery. But is it
Catherine Henry Lawyers
5 March 2024
Do you need a GP referral for cosmetic surgery in Australia?
Do you need a GP referral for cosmetic surgery in Australia? July 2023 legislative changes
Catherine Henry Lawyers
19 February 2024
Law Matters Podcast: Voluntary Assisted Dying in NSW with Dr. John Ward
Access to a dignified death, free from pain and suffering, should be available to all.
Catherine Henry Lawyers
7 December 2023
Q&A: NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying
Today, Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) is legal in NSW – 18 months after the NSW
Catherine Henry Lawyers
27 November 2023
What is a coronial inquest?
What is a coronial inquest? A coronial inquest helps to properly investigate ‘reportable deaths’
Catherine Henry Lawyers
23 November 2023
Coronial inquest concerning a person of Jehovah’s Witness faith | Our Client’s Story
A recent inquest conducted by CHL – an inquest concerning a person of Jehovah’s Witness
Catherine Henry Lawyers
23 November 2023
Aboriginal deaths in custody
Reform of NSW coronial inquests could help reduce Aboriginal deaths in custody In July 2023
Catherine Henry Lawyers
20 November 2023
Law Matters Podcast: The Purpose of Inquests with Former Deputy State Coroner, Hugh Dillon
Inquests provide an important process to examine unexplained deaths. They serve to provide families with
Catherine Henry Lawyers
15 November 2023
High Court majority rules against Catholic Diocese and clarifies law on stays
A much anticipated decision of the High Court of Australia (‘HCA’) regarding a historical sexual
Catherine Henry Lawyers
3 November 2023
Part 2 – Groundbreaking Legal Cases in Gender Diversity with Rachael Wallbank
Recently retired family lawyer, accredited family law specialist, and University of Newcastle law academic, Rachael
Catherine Henry Lawyers
31 October 2023
Client wins case to grant possession of sperm from husband for assisted reproduction | Our Client’s Story
Catherine Henry Lawyers’ health and medical law team helped a client win a case in
Catherine Henry Lawyers
31 October 2023
Part 1 – Groundbreaking Legal Cases in Gender Diversity with Rachael Wallbank
Join Catherine Henry and recently retired family lawyer, accredited family law specialist, and University of
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30 October 2023
IVF & Gender Selection in Australia
A legal guide to IVF and gender selection in Australia With more couples and individuals
Catherine Henry Lawyers
30 October 2023
Expertise in medical negligence claims recognised in 2023 Doyle’s Guide
The expertise of regional NSW based law firm Catherine Henry Lawyers and its principal, Catherine Henry,
Catherine Henry Lawyers
24 October 2023
Disability Royal Commission calls for Australian Disability Rights Act
The Royal Commission into violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with disability (Disability Royal
Catherine Henry Lawyers
29 September 2023
Free eBook to help people use the law to navigate Growing Older
A Hunter law firm has produced a free legal guide to help people successfully plan
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26 September 2023
Law Matters Podcast: The Impact of Elder Law on Older Australians with Rodney Lewis AM
Growing older is a privilege, but let’s face it, older Australians are not always treated
Catherine Henry Lawyers
25 September 2023