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Barr commands new medical practices in vulnerable electorates

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ANDREW Barr says Canberrans living in the Tuggeranong and Molonglo Valley will benefit from more bulk-billing GPs, under a re-elected Labor Government, with a $1 million investment in three new medical practices.

“The capital grant of up to $1.05 million would see three new bulk-billing general practices built: two in Tuggeranong and one in the growing Molonglo Valley,” Andrew said.

“This will help to promote a healthier community and address a lack of bulk-billing practices in these areas.

“This funding will be delivered through a competitive capital grants process, with successful organisations being able to construct modern, accessible and welcoming health facilities in areas of unmet need in the ACT.

“To be eligible for the grants, providers must deliver bulk-billing GP services. Provision of low or no cost primary care services, such as psychology, diabetes support, and physiotherapy will also be considered favourably by the Government when awarding grants, along with the delivery of other innovative healthcare services to the community.

“Under a re-elected Labor Government the grants process will commence in early 2017, and will be funded in the 2017 Budget.”

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