November 3rd, 2025Springs bulk bills

Springs Medical Centre’s campuses in Daylesford, Trentham and Kyneton are now all fully bulk-billed services.

The move comes after an $8.5 billion nationwide investment by the federal government.
Springs Medical GP and co-owner Dr Brad Wyer, above, said the investment was “a real boost for regional general practice”.
“We haven’t seen this kind of investment in primary care in a really long time.”
Springs Medical GP and co-owner Dr Holly Lewis said the centre was often the only clinic in town.
“We don’t want our patients punished for living in the country. Bulk-billing is the right thing to do for our community. It means that our patients will get the exceptional care they need and won’t put off seeing their doctor.”
Ballarat MP Catherine King, below, said it was fantastic to see another local clinic supporting their patients with a transition to bulk billing.

“They’re taking this step because they know a healthy community is essential, and free GP visits are a huge part of making that a reality,” she said.
“People should need their Medicare card, not their credit card, to access high quality healthcare in Australia.” Words: Donna Kelly