Northern Territory veterans urge government to eliminate $5,000 health funding cap
Northern Territory veterans urged the federal government on June 30, 2026, to abandon a plan capping health funding at $5,000 annually. Veteran Shane Pascoe-Bell expressed concerns, stating that necessary treatments exceed this limit and increase anxiety. Critics argue the cap could worsen veterans' mental health and lead to isolation and heightened suicide.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 00:20 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 00:30 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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