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Victorian Labor pledges $30M to erase abortion out-of-pocket costs

By Drooid · Oct 16, 2026, 10:37 AM UTC · How we work

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Victorian Labor announced a $30 million four-year plan to eliminate out-of-pocket abortion costs if re-elected.
Health Minister Ingrid Stitt said private providers will be paid for medical and surgical abortions up to 16 weeks.
One Nation deputy leader Colleen Harkin proposed a $2,000 baby bonus, said the party would not change abortion laws.
A March 2026 Redbridge poll found 62% of Australians support abortion access, including 50% of One Nation voters.

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Victorian Labor announced a $30 million four-year plan to eliminate out-of-pocket abortion costs if re-elected.
Health Minister Ingrid Stitt said private providers will be paid for medical and surgical abortions up to 16 weeks.
One Nation deputy leader Colleen Harkin proposed a $2,000 baby bonus, said the party would not change abortion laws.
A March 2026 Redbridge poll found 62% of Australians support abortion access, including 50% of One Nation voters.