This is another key cost of living measure delivered by the Albanese Government which will continue to put downward pressure on inflation. 

Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters visited Bendigo UFS Pharmacy today, where Bendigo residents will be able to pick up PBS medicines for no more than $25.

Residents in the Bendigo electorate have already benefitted from Labor’s cheaper medicines, saving almost $9 million on the cost of their scripts during our time in Government.

This change will now go even further with a more than 20 per cent cut in the maximum cost of PBS medicines, which will save the Bendigo electorate a further $1,343,746 each year. 

Only Labor is committed to delivering cost of living relief for Australians, while strengthening Medicare. 

Making medicines cheaper is a tangible way we’re helping with the cost of living. 

The last time that PBS medicines cost no more than $25 was 2004. 

Pensioners and concession cardholders will continue to benefit from the freeze to the cost of their PBS medicines, with the cost frozen at its current level of $7.70 until 2030. 

If re-elected the Albanese Government will pass legislation and $25 maximum PBS scripts will start from 1 January 2026. 


QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BENDIGO, LISA CHESTERS MP: 

“The effect Labor’s cheaper medicines has had on the Bendigo community has been massive.

“Our community has already saved almost $9 million on cheaper medicines, and under a re-elected Labor Government they will save even more.

“I’ll continue to be a strong advocate in our region for more bulk billing, more doctors, even cheaper medicines and the Bendigo Urgent Care Clinic.”