Australia’s mental health and aged care systems will receive record funding in the federal budget, with billions to be spent on the ailing sectors. Experts have warned the packages may only begin to gain ground back after years of funding shortfalls. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg will hand down his third budget on 11 May, with significant spending expected across government services. The spending will sit alongside funding for major infrastructure projects, skills training, and the COVID-19 health response. “Tonight’s budget will see record commitments on essential services, disability support, mental health, aged care, and women’s safety,” Frydenberg told reporters in Canberra. “And tonight’s budget will lay out the Morrison government’s economic plan to secure Australia’s recovery.” An extra $500 million is expected to be pumped into the mental health sector each year, most of which will be delivered through commonwealth-run primary health networks. The funding will be aimed at delivering services to regional …