Labor promises free dental clinic for Bendigo
Labor promises a free dental clinic in Bendigo with check-ups, fillings, extractions and no appointments needed if re-elected.
Bendigo is one of three regional centres confirmed to receive a free clinic under Labor's election pledge. Ten clinics will open statewide, offering basic dental care at no cost.
The clinic will operate weekdays 9am to 9pm and weekends 9am to 5pm, treating the most urgent cases first. Free check-ups would catch problems early, candidates said, preventing expensive emergency care.
Many people skip dental visits because of cost. One candidate noted that some resort to withdrawing from superannuation to afford treatment.
The full scheme depends on Labor's re-election in November.
- 10 statewide
- Total clinics promised
- 3
- Regional centres getting clinics
- 9am to 9pm
- Weekday hours
- 9am to 5pm
- Weekend hours
Why it mattersRemoves a major cost barrier to dental care for people who currently avoid treatment due to expense.
AustraliaIf Labor wins, Bendigo residents get free basic dental care; reduces out-of-pocket costs for families and catches dental problems before they become emergencies.
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