Wednesday, 18 February 2026

 Sarah CONNOLLY (Laverton) (14:40): (1511) My question is for the Minister for Health. Recently our government announced a raft of support to help Victorians living with ADHD. As the minister knows, so many folks who have ADHD go undiagnosed because of the cost of getting an assessment. A specialist can be up to $2000, and assuming you have the money to spend, you are likely waiting anywhere from six to 12 months. That is why we have announced that trained GPs will soon be able to diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for ADHD for anyone over six years of age. And for those who already have an ADHD diagnosis, there is even better news. If you need a top-up prescription or you have run out, you will soon be able to get that emergency refill by contacting the virtual emergency department, because we know that stopping that medication all of a sudden can carry real risks. These changes are not just saving Victorians time and money, they are saving lives. So my question is this: what will these changes for ADHD medication mean in the electorate of Laverton?