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In this episode, we sit down with South Australian Senator Marielle Smith, a passionate advocate for women’s health, equity and access; to explore what real change looks like at the policy level, and how it translates to everyday women seeking care.

What We Cover

A look into who Marielle is, what a typical week in Parliament involves, and the personal experiences that fuel her commitment to women’s health advocacy.

Key findings from the national inquiry, including gaps in diagnosis, education, and access to care—and what women across Australia said they need most.

What the upcoming funding means for:

Medicare & Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

A practical breakdown of what Medicare currently covers, where the major gaps sit, and why improving access to pelvic health physiotherapy is essential.

Marielle shares what she’s working on now from expanding early-access services to strengthening allied health integration and her vision for improving women’s health in the years ahead.

Follow Marielle @senatormariellesmith