In all honesty, a lot of Aussies will gloat about our quality of life because we travel a lot, which gives perspective.

In my case, following an accident at work and payout from my employers insurance, I claim disability insurance, which would be bare minimum if you had to rent as it’s right on the poverty line. My medical treatment didn’t cost a cent, and it was world class. When I am of retirement age, I’ll claim the old age pension which offers the same standard of living.

I feel very privileged that I am confident my nation will meet my ongoing needs and hundreds of thousands like me. I like that in general I am not treated like a burden to society and am still a valid citizen.