Bulk-billing rates lowest in poorest electorates (archived)
(Online 09/03)
Federal electorates with the lowest incomes also have the lowest rates of Medicare bulk-billing, according to a new analysis commissioned by the Australian Consumers' Association.
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Choosing a GP
(Online 02/07)
Looking for doctor right.
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Medicare is for everyone
(Online 04/03)
At a time when new government policies put universal access to bulk-billing at risk, the Consumers' Association and other like-minded organisations have proposed a program to breathe new life into Medicare.*
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Washing machines: top & front loaders reviewed
(Updated 05/2009)
Use our recommendations to get great performance and value for money from your new washing machine.
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Test: Feta cheese
(Online 07/08)
There's more to this cheese of ancient origins than meets the eye.
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Laptops: multimedia notebooks
(Online 06/08)
Our tests review the latest generation multimedia laptops. Find the best computer for your needs.
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Supermarket price survey
(Online 07/07)
And the cheapest chain is ... Aldi.
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Home insulation
(Online 03/02)
Ceiling insulation should be a high priority for every house owner.
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A plan to end the bulk-billing crisis 03/03
(Online 03/03)
A plan to end the bulk-billing crisis 03/03 The National Medicare Alliance -- a coalition of peak community and health groups -- has launched a new plan to restore universal access to primary health care. This paper outlines a plan to ensure free and affordable access to primary health care for all Australians ...
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Bulk billing unravels (archived)
(Online 11/02)
GPs who bulk bill are becoming rarer and the Commonwealth Government seems to be looking determinedly the other way. The Coalition has committed to retaining Medicare, but for many people Medicare means 'access to a bulk billing GP'. Nicola Ballenden argues that the Government's commitment means little if they don't act soon to ensure that bulk billing has a future.
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