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CoAG deal on health reform

20 April 2010.

What does it mean for Victoria?

The Commonwealth will add an extra $890 million for Victoria over four years. This is an increase 1% a year, from 41% to 44%. The extra funds will begin flowing in July this year
The states will manage the Local Hospital Networks, as they already do
Victoria will receive an extra 332 beds over four years. The Commonwealth will pay the whole cost of these beds, and 60% of other beds added after 2014
The GST has been storm in teacup and will go straight to state funding pools. The net effect is the Commonwealth share will increase to 44% in next 4 years, up from 41%
The deal includes mental health funds for youth prevention but not for hospitals beds
No funds for dental health
The total package is worth $5bn for all states