Rural doctor shortage: Barraba residents can wait years to get on the books at local GP practice

Madeline Link
July 21 2021 - 8:00am
NOT IMPRESSED: Barraba residents Greg Forder and Troy Ryan said the doctor shortage in town is difficult. Photo: Gareth Gardner 130721GGA31
NOT IMPRESSED: Barraba residents Greg Forder and Troy Ryan said the doctor shortage in town is difficult. Photo: Gareth Gardner 130721GGA31

In the rural village of Barraba in the NSW New England region it can take years to get on the books at the local doctor's surgery.

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Madeline Link

Madeline Link

Journalist

Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.

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