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Australian health system under strain; $1.2B in avoidable spending could fund 160K more visits.
Hunter New England Health, like many Australian hospital districts, is facing financial strain due to state-set budgets deemed too low by the Grattan Institute, leading to repeated overruns and bailouts.
Rising demand from an aging population has worsened overcrowded emergency departments, long surgery waitlists, bed shortages, and staff burnout.
The institute calls for a national funding reset based on population growth, care demand, and costs, estimating $1.2 billion in avoidable spending annually—enough to fund 160,000 more hospital visits.
Despite a federal $1.7 billion pledge, including $407 million for NSW, state leaders urge full fulfillment of prior commitments.
The health district’s CEO cites ongoing budget shortfalls driven by higher patient demand, longer stays, labor costs, and inadequate rural funding adjustments.
Sistema de salud australiano bajo presión; $1.2B en gastos evitables podrían financiar 160K más visitas.