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09 February 2010

Pharmaceutical Costs Continue to Grow

A report tabled in Parliament warns that the cost of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme is projected to grow significantly over the next few years.

09 February 2010

Release of Private Health Insurers Annual Report 2008-09

The latest figures released today by the Private Health Insurance Council show that the nu...

08 February 2010

Recognising Excellence in Aged Care Training – Goodwin Aged Care Services

Minister for Ageing, Justine Elliot presented training awards to 85 aged care workers from...

07 February 2010

More Assistance for Children With Type 1 Diabetes

Families with children with type 1 diabetes will benefit from the Australian Government’s...

05 February 2010

Australian Government Acts on South Australian Nursing Home

The Australian Government imposed sanctions on Whyalla Aged Care Pty Ltd, the approved pro...

05 February 2010

End of an era at Adelaide Oval

Minister for Sport Kate Ellis has congratulated one of the world’s premier cricket ground...