Federal Budget
Budget measure: Free public transport
Rising electricity costs have made it difficult to live on an Age Pension.
Budget measure: health insurance concessions
The changes to health insurance rebates have resulted in increased premiums
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.
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