PHOTO: Touring the new health worker accommodation units at Warren were (l-r) Caren Harrison, Minister for Rural Health, Bronnie Taylor, Member for Barwon Annette Turner and Lynette Harris.
Providing suitable accommodation for visiting health workers is an ongoing issue across regional areas in Australia and the Western Plains is no exception. The opening of four new accommodation units at the Warren Multi Purpose Service (MPS) has been a bonus for visiting health professionals and also for existing staff who travel long distances to work.
The four accommodation units are equipped with a kitchenette, living area, ensuite and air conditioning. They will be maintained by MPS cleaning staff.
For Health Service Manager of Warren MPS, Lynette Harris, the availability of new worker accommodation is the reason she decided not to retire this year…