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Budget: whopping subsidies, private health profiteering as waiting lists rise
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (571+ words) by Claudia Weisenberger | May 21, 2026 | Economy & Markets, Latest Posts The health component of the Budget focused on NDIS cost-cuts. Not much else changed, leaving fundamental flaws in the health industry unresolved. Claudia Weisenberger reports. In 2023/24, major health insurers posted $2. 11 B in…...
Health insurance industry to protest rebate changes as hospitals close
2+ week, 1+ day ago (599+ words) by Claudia Weisenberger | May 11, 2026 | Government, Latest Posts The upcoming budget is expected to changes to the private health insurance rebates for older people. Health insurance industry uproar awaits, Claudia Weisenberger reports. Last month, Health Minister Mark Butler announced the removal…...
Private health care. Why community ratings are failing the young
2+ week, 4+ day ago (692+ words) by Claudia Weisenberger | May 7, 2026 | Economy & Markets, Latest Posts Young members are abandoning private health insurance as lines are blurred between insurers and service providers, and who pays for what and when. Claudia Weisenberger reports. In a recent article, the CEO…...
The industry view. Why a health savings model could leave sick Australians behind
4+ week, 1+ day ago (805+ words) by Rachel David | Apr 26, 2026 | Comment & Analysis, Latest Posts Australia's complicated healthcare system is under strain, and some question whether private health insurance is fit for purpose. Rachel David argues it is. Australia's health system is under mounting strain. In private…...
Health insurance premiums to cut more from hip pockets
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (386+ words) April 1, 2026 05: 00 | News Australians are being urged to examine their health insurance coverage as a hike in the premiums takes effect. The cost of premiums will rise an average of 4. 41 per cent on Wednesday, the biggest price rise since a 4. 84 per…...