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The government has not ruled out legal action, after a court ruling made defence veterans eligible for billions of dollars in further support.
The landmark High Court ruling backed a claim by the late Sir Wira Gardiner over his exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War.
The government is facing an extra $1.4 billion liability, according to the latest estimate.
Minister for Vetera
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