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First week of campaigning wraps up with Medicare debate

Minister Greg Hunt and Senator Anne Ruston

Minister Greg Hunt and Senator Anne Ruston Source: AAP

Medicare has emerged as a crucial issue in the 2022 federal election campaign, as the major party leaders play down gaffes and reported gaps in policy.


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By Deborah Groarke

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Medicare has emerged as a crucial issue in the 2022 federal election campaign, as the major party leaders play down gaffes and reported gaps in policy.



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