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Victoria Unveils 12 Health Networks Amid Funding Concerns

1/19/2025

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Victoria's Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas unveiled 12 new local health service networks set to launch on July 1, promising enhanced patient care and streamlined services. While she reassured that each network will retain its unique identity, opposition critics are raising alarms about funding uncertainties beyond this financial year, highlighting the pressing need for clarity amidst budget challenges.

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Victoria's Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas unveiled 12 new local health service networks set to launch on July 1, promising enhanced patient care and streamlined services. While she reassured that each network will retain its unique identity, opposition critics are raising alarms about funding uncertainties beyond this financial year, highlighting the pressing need for clarity amidst budget challenges.