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Your task is to work in pairs to investigate how much the government spends on the health care of youth in Australia.Exploring the federal BudgetIn the 2022-23 Budget, the Australian Government spent $102.68 billion on health, representing 16.1% of total government spending.Delving deeperGo to the most recent federal Budget. Develop a table to show the major health initiatives and their projected costs.  Approximately what proportion (…

How can connecting to the outdoor environment contribute to positive health and wellbeing and what role does tax play? Part 1: Better, greener Go to better greener on the South Australia Health website. Provide examples of how green spaces support: health wellbeing biodiversity Explain how connecting to the outdoor environment contributes to positive health and wellbeing. Identify the green spaces in your…

Before you apply for an ABN, you should check that you are eligible to be registered for an ABN. To find out more, go to ABN entitlement on the Australian Business Register website. Information you need to have before you start filing in the form Tax file number Business location and contact details If you are applying for GST and PAYG registration at the same time, you will also need: the amount of your GST turnover, using your current and…

The Australian Government uses tax revenue to fund health, safety and wellbeing. The government: provides Australian residents with access to healthcare through Medicare provides subsidies for some prescription drugs for anyone with a Medicare card as part of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) making some medications more affordable funds public hospitals which are owned and operated by the states and territories funds a range of…

Work in small groups to collaboratively conduct this investigation.The Australian Government funds a range of programs that support the health and wellbeing of Australians, including programs that:prevent chronic illness by encouraging people to quit smoking, reduce alcohol intake and avoid using illicit drugspromote health outcomes by providing physical activity guidelines and healthy eating guidelinessupport young people’s mental healthpromote…

Goal setting is important. When we can envisage our desired outcome, it helps us to remain focused and give our best. If we plan our goals and write them down, we are more likely to achieve them and less likely to feel overwhelmed. There are 3 different types of goals: short-term goals – can be achieved in less than 1 year medium-term goal – can be achieved within 1 to 3 years long-term goals – can be reached in more than 3 years. Goals…

Advertising in sport has changed over the decades. For many years, tobacco and alcohol brands were advertised at sporting events, and sometimes even sponsored major events, such as the cricket. However, this advertising or sponsorship no longer happens. To curb the unhealthy habits of some Australians, the Australian Government imposes additional taxes (excises) on tobacco and alcohol. This in turn raises tax revenue that can be used to support…

Australian Citizenship Practice test