Baby twins Artie and Jack were born deaf. Watch them hear their mum's voice (opens original article in a new tab)

Baby twins Artie and Jack Porter underwent a groundbreaking cochlear implant surgery in Australia, enabling them to hear their mother's voice for the first time. The procedure was part of a larger effort to provide necessary follow-up care, with government funding and philanthropy supporting the program. NSW announced $20 million in funding to assist children with cochlear implants and their families.

• Baby twins Artie and Jack Porter had cochlear implant surgery on the same day in an Australian-first procedure.
• The surgery allowed the boys to hear their mother's voice for the first time, with follow-up care and funding provided by government and philanthropy.
• NSW government announced $20 million over four years to support cochlear implant programs for children.