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Parties pledge billions: what could it mean for rural healthcare?

Healthcare remains a centrepiece of the federal election campaign, with both major parties, pledging billions of dollars to target critical gaps in the healthcare system. Labor’s $8.5 billion Medicare expansion has been matched by the Coalition. The latest announcement promises $2 million to extend telehealth beyond 9-5 through a rebranded advice line under a re-elected Labor …

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As Medicare turns 40, regional and remote communities struggle to access healthcare

Yesterday Medicare turned 40, and although many Australians have felt the benefits of universal health care since its inception in 1984, there are concerns the scheme hasn’t evolved in line with the nation’s changing health needs. Health Minister Mark Butler praised bulk billing and Medicare, saying it’s boosted social equity no matter where Australians live. …

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New plans for First Nations home ownership welcomed

The Federal government has announced a plan to increase First Nations home ownership in remote Indigenous communities. The National Rural Health Alliance has welcomed the decision, and believes this plan is a key step towards improving the overall health and wellbeing of First Nations peoples. Image: Photo by Joshua Leong on Unsplash Produced By: Joelle …

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