A historic promise from Labor for the 2025 federal election campaign: Explainer 28 Feb

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a historic commitment to Medicare as the focus of Labor's 2025 Federal Election campaign. The government has announced an $8.5 billion Medicare boost over four years—the biggest in 40 years, to expand bulk billing and cut G-P costs. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks during a policy launch event in Launceston, Tasmania, Sunday, February 23, 2025. AAP. Source: AAP / Rob Burnett/AAPIMAGE

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