Victoria, Australia hospitals face potential hiring freezes and staff cuts due to Department of Health budget reductions.
Major regional hospitals in Victoria, Australia are facing potential hiring freezes and staff cuts due to budget reductions demanded by the Department of Health. Bendigo Health and Albury Wodonga Health have warned staff of possible job and service reductions, with budget negotiations expected to continue into July. The Victorian Healthcare Association criticized the cuts, stating that if the government does not adjust the budget, cost-cutting measures will negatively impact the delivery of care and services in the community.
July 01, 2024
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