Victorian Premier Ben Carroll promises 10 free public dental clinics
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to open 10 free, walk-in public dental clinics if his government is re-elected in November. The initiative aims to address long waitlists for public dental care, with some clinics expected to be operational by July 2027.
Why it matters
The proposal represents a significant health policy shift aimed at alleviating cost-of-living pressures and improving public health access in Victoria.
The Victorian government is looking to lure votes with the promise of 10 free, walk-in dental clinics. ( Pexels )
Premier Ben Carroll is vowing to create 10 free dental clinics if his government is re-elected in November.
The clinics will be open on a walk-in basis and available to anyone.
Health Minister Ingrid Stitt says some clinics could be operational from July 2027.
Link copied Share Share article Premier Ben Carroll has committed to opening 10 free public dental clinics if re-elected in November, in a soft launch of Labor's re-election pitch focused on the cost of living and health.
Anyone would be able to access the walk-in clinics. The government said they would have capacity to treat more than 100,000 patients annually at a cost of $230 million over three years.
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