New research from the Australia Institute shows Medicare is failing regional and remote Australians.
Australians living in the regions not only have limited access to health services, but also pay more.
Last week’s federal budget delivery didn’t include any major reforms to support regional Australians access to GPs.
Image: Image: Shutterstock
Produced By: Ash Taylor
Featured In Story: Jack Thrower – Senior Economist, The Australia Institute
First aired on The Wire, Monday 18 May 2026