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Opposition criticises handling of federal health funding negotiations

Opposition criticises handling of federal health funding negotiations

Update: 2025-12-10
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Federal and state health ministers are meeting tomorrow amid a bitter public spat over funding.

State leaders are trying to hold the federal government to promises on hospital funding levels, aged care and disability support, while the Commonwealth argues states need to rein in their costs.

  • Guest: Anne Ruston, Shadow Minister for Health and Aged Care
  • Producer: Isadora Bogle
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Opposition criticises handling of federal health funding negotiations

Opposition criticises handling of federal health funding negotiations

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