Shark Stigma // Medicare Turns 40 // Stage 3 Tax Cuts For Dummies

In the wake of another shark related incident in Sydney, Libby Hopper gets into the stigma around shark attacks and the do’s and don’ts for staying safe, not scared, in the water. 

Medicare just turned 40 - is it in the midst of a midlife crisis? Hear from GP Dr Nicole Higgins on why health providers can no longer afford to bulk bill, the Strengthening Medicare Task Force and how Medicare support differs for our most vulnerable in rural, regional and metropolitan areas.

What do we need to know about the new changes to the Stage 3 Tax Cuts? Bec Cushway and Crystal Andrews of Zee Feed break it down.

This episode of Backchat aired Saturday 3rd February 2024.

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