When the government pays, the price goes through the roof

What the Australian Government has recently proven is what thinking people have known for decades :

Any time the government starts paying for something, the costs explode.

Obstetrician fees.

Ceiling insulation.

School buildings.

Computers in schools.

National Broadband Network - if we give 'em the chance.

Just say no.

Disclaimer : I am only discussing payments where the government foots the entire direct bill or almost the entire direct bill.