Super survives as a lower-risk way to beat inflation

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A review of the changes to the Australian tax system which are due to be implemented in Jul. 1, 2000. The changes will have implications for the superannuation scheme. The cost of health insurance will also be changed from Jul. 1, 2000, leading to increased insurance premiums for some groups of people.

Author: Quinlivan, Beth
Tax Law, Public Finance Activities, Analysis, Finance, Tax reform, Health insurance industry

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Medicare windfall

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The Medicare reforms in Australia have become a boon for general practitioners and healthcare industry. The country has witnessed a massive jump in its Medicare expenditure. In 2004, Medicare payments were $8.6 billion. Against this the payments in 2005 financial year are $9.9 billion.

Author: Quinlivan, Beth
Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government domestic functions, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Government regulation, Legal/Government Regulation, Labor Distribution by Employer, Laws, regulations and rules, Forecasts and trends, Statistics, Market trend/market analysis, Health policy

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Hip-pocket surgery

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Some doctors, medical representatives and other highly qualified professionals have given their views on the rising medical insurance premiums in Australia. The dissatisfaction and debates arising from this are discussed.

Author: Quinlivan, Beth
Financial management, Commodity & service prices, Accident & Health Insurance, Insurance Carriers, Cover Story, Insurance, Company pricing policy

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Subjects list: Australia, Economic aspects, Prices and rates, Health insurance, Medicare
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