Health insurance just became more expensive. Here’s what you need to know

Sydney Morning Herald
by Angus Thomson
February 18, 2026
Health insurance just became more expensive. Here’s what you need to know
The biggest rise in premiums in eight years will hit 15 million Australians from April. See how it affects your health fund.
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Originally published on Sydney Morning Herald on 2/18/2026