Feb 22 • 19:22 UTC 🇦🇺 Australia ABC News AU

Four years after an election defining promise, SA's health system is still struggling

Four years post-election, South Australia's health system remains in crisis despite promises by the government to address issues.

In South Australia, four years after the election-winning promise made by then-opposition leader Peter Malinauskas to rectify the health system's ramping crisis, practitioners report ongoing struggles within the sector. An intense focus on healthcare was present during the campaign, especially given the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, which made health a priority for voters. Malinauskas's ascent to leadership was partially attributed to this commitment, highlighting the public's expectations for reform and improvement.

However, since Malinauskas took office in April 2022, the situation has only worsened. The data reveals alarming figures: ambulances spent 2,638 hours

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