Federal Budget
Better access to public dental services
$345.9 million will be spent over three years to reduce public dental waiting lists
Support for older workers
The Mature Age Participation program: practical help for job seekers over 55.
Nothing new for pensioners
Those struggling to survive on an Age Pension will have to do so for a little longer.
A fairer aged care system
The reforms are to help ensure a better, fairer and more consistent aged care system.
Tripling the tax-free threshold
The tax-free threshold will triple from its current limit of $6000 to $18,200 in 2012/13.
What’s in it for self-funded retirees
If you've worked hard all your life to fund your retirement, then you may be a little disillusioned by
Commemorating the Centenary of ANZAC
The Government has committed $83.5 million to commemorating the ANZACs.
Better health
The Government will improve access to health care, new hospitals, mental health reforms and
National Disability Insurance Scheme
An NDIS will fundamentally change the way disability care and support is provided.
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