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Labor has pledged to make nine out of ten GP visits free for patients by the end of the decade, by expanding the bulk-billing incentive to all Australians and investing $8.5 billion over four years. This move aims to address the rising cost of healthcare and increase access to essential medical services.

Shannon Pincombe, injured in a 2012 fall, battled his super fund for disability payments, highlighting the challenges individuals face and the need for industry improvement. Australian Super claims to be working with the insurer to finalize the claim, while ASIC's lawsuit and a Senate inquiry underscore the need for greater efficiency and fairness in the superannuation sector.

A landslide in McCrae, Victoria, has caused significant damage and displacement for residents, including the Willigenburgs who have been forced to evacuate their home twice and have been victims of robbery. The situation remains uncertain as authorities continue investigations and residents await answers and a safe return to their homes.

Labor's federal election campaign hangs in the balance as the Reserve Bank's interest rate decision looms, with rising mortgage costs putting pressure on key electorates in Melbourne and Perth. The party faces a tough battle to retain seats in these areas, particularly as they are also experiencing high levels of financial stress.

The re-elected Labor government has pledged $1 billion to secure a rail corridor connecting Sydney's south-western suburbs to the new Western Sydney Airport, aiming to complete a "missing link" in the city's rail network and improve connectivity for residents and businesses in the region. This investment will pave the way for future development and ensure the corridor is protected for future rail expansion.