Media Release: Deals done and dollars secured but what about stranded patients?

15 December 2025

The recent national cabinet meeting saw the federal government agree to provide $25 billion in additional funding for state and territory public hospitals. NSA would also like to see a cross-government taskforce to develop targeted solutions to ensure the needs of older people stranded in hospital are prioritised. To read our full submission please click here.

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