Veterans' Affairs Minister announces support reforms amid criticism from advocates
Major changes to veterans' support will take effect on July 1, igniting controversy among military advocates. Veterans’ Affairs Minister Matt Keogh stated that reforms aim to prevent system abuse, despite criticism from Liberal MP Phil Thompson, who warned that the new $5000 cap on health services could harm veterans.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 08:05 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 08:10 UTC
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