Tuesday, 17 March 2026

 John MULLAHY (Glen Waverley) (14:37): (1563) My question is to the Minister for Health. Women in Melbourne’s east, including in my vibrant community of Glen Waverley district, rely on accessible, affordable and culturally appropriate healthcare services at every stage of life. The Allan Labor government has made significant investments in dedicated women’s health services, including specialised clinics and expanded support for conditions that have historically been underdiagnosed and undertreated. In my electorate we have seen the local impacts of these reforms, from the presence of BreastScreen Victoria services in Glen Waverley to the dedicated women’s health clinic in Blackburn in the member for Box Hill’s electorate and the establishment of the virtual women’s health clinic, improving access for those unable to attend in person. The government’s rollout of free period products in public settings, packed in our local social enterprise Cape, is also a practical step towards equity and dignity. Minister, how are these initiatives improving access to care, reducing wait times and ensuring women in the Glen Waverley district receive timely, evidence-based health care?