Cut with care
OPINION: The new government has clearly signalled big cuts across the public service.
Southland District Health Board (SDHB) claims it is stepping up its investment in primary maternity services in rural areas.
“Women's and babies’ lives are at risk and we want action,” says Penny Mudford, Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) national chair.
Professor Jane Mills, pro vice-chancellor of Massey University’s College of Health, explains how the future for rural health in NZ is positive.
36% of rural general practitioners intend to retire in the next one to five years, a new study shows.
RURAL WOMEN New Zealand welcomes news that a proposed settlement has been agreed that will lead to home support workers being paid mileage and wages for the time they spend travelling between clients.
OPINION: The new government has clearly signalled big cuts across the public service.
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