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Beyond pandemic, aged care minister outlines $1 billion transformation
Wednesday December 16, 2020
The minister responsible for Australia’s aged care system says his focus has switched from the pandemic response to transforming the sector, with the help of a $1 billion funding boost.
The Federal Government is set to unveil $1 billion in new spending for aged care. (Photo: Getty: Resolution Productions)
Most of the money – $850 million – will go towards creating a further 10,000 home care packages to allow older Australians to continue living at home with support.
The funding package will be outlined in the Morrison Government’s mid-year budget review on…
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