While 70% of Australians prefer to spend their final moments at home, strict bureaucracy and funding caps leave only 15% able to do so. 

End-of-life Case Manager Elise Southwell joined Gary to discuss how arduous assessments prevent terminally ill patients from accessing timely care, and why immediate reform is needed.

While 70% of Australians prefer to spend their final moments at home, strict bureaucracy and funding caps leave only 15% able to do so. 
End-of-life Case Manager Elise Southwell joined Gary to discuss how arduous assessments prevent terminally ill patients from accessing timely care, and why immediate reform is needed.

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Why 70% of Australians want to die at home—and why only 15% actually do

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South Australian family winemaker Mitchell Taylor joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss how their affordable $24 2024 Estate Shiraz beat out elite global competition to claim a top-ten spot in Argentina. 

The conversation explored changing Australian drinking tastes, historic 1969 Clare Valley vines, and tips on serving fine red wine at the perfect temperature this Christmas.

South Australian family winemaker Mitchell Taylor joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss how their affordable $24 2024 Estate Shiraz beat out elite global competition to claim a top-ten spot in Argentina. 
The conversation explored changing Australian drinking tastes, historic 1969 Clare Valley vines, and tips on serving fine red wine at the perfect temperature this Christmas.

Clare Valley’s $24 Taylors Shiraz takes global top 10 honours ahead of Festive Season

While federal politicians often dismiss Bob Katter’s push for a separate North Queensland, Australia’s Constitution explicitly allows for the creation of new states under Section 124 to foster competitive federalism. 

By replacing outdated colonial borders with natural economic regions - such as Sunraysia or New England - and trimming bloated bureaucracy, Australia could establish leaner, localised governance that directly benefits regional communities.

While federal politicians often dismiss Bob Katter&rsquo;s push for a separate North Queensland, Australia&rsquo;s Constitution explicitly allows for the creation of new states under Section 124 to foster competitive federalism. 
By replacing outdated colonial borders with natural economic regions - such as Sunraysia or New England - and trimming bloated bureaucracy, Australia could establish leaner, localised governance that directly benefits regional communities.

Why 70% of Australians want to die at home—and why only 15% actually do

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