HEALTHCARE IN AUSTRALIA

Australia has one of the best healthcare systems in the world. It is widely accessible to all who reside in the country.

All permanent Australian residents pay a Medicare levy (an additional tax) to fund the public health system, which is like a medical insurance. This entitles them to free or subsidised services by medical practitioners and public hospital care.

There is also an extensive private health system, for those wishing to pay an additional fee to receive extra benefits for optical, physiotherapy and dental treatment when they use private healthcare services.