The Bogan shire could soon be welcoming medical, midwifery and nursing students to their Medical Centre as they explore every avenue to rebuild their local health workforce.
A report to Bogan Shire Council has recommended Council provide funding in their 2023/24 budget towards student work placements under the Bush Bursaries and Country Women’s Association Scholarships Program.
With Bogan Shire Mayor Glen Neill and Bogan Shire Council spearheading a push for more nursing staff in rural areas to meet the needs of small communities this recommendation could not come at a more apt time…