From the Archives, 1976: Millions strike to defend Medibank
In 1976, over 2,500,000 Australians participated in a 24-hour nationwide strike to protest at planned changes to the Medibank system of universal healthcare.
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In 1976, over 2,500,000 Australians participated in a 24-hour nationwide strike to protest at planned changes to the Medibank system of universal healthcare.
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