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Tasmanian Labor is furious as the government dropped the promised $117 million for hospital upgrades in the north-west — a key pledge from the Premier last year to fast-track cancer and dialysis services by 2030. Cancer survivor Grant Howe says the plan’s now “on the back burner,” highlighting how vital local care is for patients who can’t afford to travel. While the Premier insists the 20-year vision remains alive and points to ongoing projects, the budget reveals the masterplan’s first stage depends on federal cash — contradicting the earlier state-funded promise. When Labor pressed the Treasurer in parliament, he admitted he didn’t know where the funds were — sparking outrage and deepening doubts about the government’s long-term commitment.

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