Take Note Debate
Senate · Tuesday 18 August 2026
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Senator Tyron Whitten moved a motion to take note of the Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme's answer regarding veterans. Whitten criticised the government for capping allied health services at $5,000 annually in the 2026-27 budget. He argued this limit was insufficient for veterans in regional and remote areas, as travel costs would consume the funds. The Senate agreed to the motion.
The question was agreed to.
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Opened the debate
Whitten argued that the government was forcing veterans to struggle to access necessary care. Whitten stated that the 2026-27 budget imposed a $5,000 annual cap on allied health services. Whitten contended that for veterans in regional and remote Australia, travel expenses to reach treatment would exhaust this allowance. Whitten called on the government to remove the cap and support veterans properly.