Bass electorate
Ms CRUGNALE (Bass) (14:51): (6483) My question is for the Minister for Health. Can the minister please advise how the government is continuing to support healthcare workers throughout this extended period of high demand on our health system? I was so pleased to share the news of the winter retention and surge support program, which includes a $3000 pro rata winter retention and support payment plus $13 million to support free meals prioritised for night-shift workers and those working double shifts. This is an important step in easing the daily pressures on our frontline workers in recognition of the high level of skill, empathy and compassion required to continue in their profession. I look forward to an update on how the Andrews Labor government is continuing to support our most valued and hardworking frontline public health staff and their families.