Opened the debate
Mitchell argued that the Albanese Government had delivered tangible reforms in health, housing, and infrastructure since taking office in May 2025. Mitchell stated that tripling the bulk-billing incentive had doubled the number of fully bulk-billing practices in McEwen to 23. Mitchell noted that pharmaceutical benefit scheme reforms capped script costs at $25 and introduced 60-day prescriptions, saving over $10 million locally. Mitchell highlighted housing initiatives, including the First Home Guarantee, which facilitated approximately 2,000 property purchases, and a $7.1 million investment in social housing in Mernda. Mitchell also cited a $25 billion health and hospitals agreement and increased Commonwealth rent assistance as key benefits for residents.