Three warning signs for the year ahead: policy drift, siloed systems, and distorted public debate

Published on February 6, 2026
Jason Staines writes: This week, Croakey hosted an open planning session for 2026, which brought together directors, members contributors and readers to step back from the news cycle and take stock of the forces shaping public health in Australia. The […]
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How to write to a lover

February 6, 2026
Have you ever thought of writing a poem to a lover? Or a love letter? Like using online dating apps, writing for a lover can be fun. Dr Lania Knight shares her experiences. Lania Knight. First published on Fri, 06 Feb 2026 as How to write to a lover. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Copyright free 2026

If this is to be the year for positive change for planetary health equity, what will it take?

February 6, 2026
Introduction by Croakey: Engaged academics, a healthy fourth estate, and a noisy civil society are critical if we are to seize opportunities for improving planetary health equity in 2026. That’s according to Australian National University academics Professor Sharon Friel and […]