Hard Talk: Top election issues

By Nasik Swami: Healthcare, infrastructure, the rising cost of living and government waste are among the key concerns impacting voters in regional towns like Naracoorte in the South East. Some political leaders believe that addressing these issues with strong, practical policies could significantly sway voters in the area. As the prime minister considers a date for the upcoming federal election and candidates shift into campaign mode, voters are asking critical questions. In this edition of Hard Talk, The News spoke with several political leaders to gain insight into the major election topics that could determine the outcome. We reached out to key political figures, including prime minister and Labor Party leader Anthony Albanese, opposition leader and Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton, South Australian premier Peter Malinauskas, state opposition and Liberal Party leader Vincent Tarzia, independent member for MacKillop Nick McBride, and Naracoorte Lucindale Council (NLC) mayor Patrick Ross. Mr Ross, […]

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Vandals attack school

Naracoorte Primary School is appealing for the community’s help after a series of vandalism incidents this year, with the latest attack discovered when staff arrived at the school on Wednesday morning last week.

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Celebration of faith, family, and cultures

The rich cultural diversity of the Naracoorte community was highlighted on July 26, as Max Life Church Naracoorte hosted its much-loved annual International Service.

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Hospital gets $20,548 boost

The Naracoorte Hospital Ladies Auxiliary has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to supporting local healthcare, donating $20,548 to Naracoorte Health Service.

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Doctors’ body calls out prac payment gap

The federal government’s decision to extend prac payments to more health disciplines while continuing to exclude medical students makes no sense, the Australian Medical Association (AMA) said.

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PGA: Paid placements a gamechanger

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia has welcomed the Albanese government’s decision to extend paid placement support to pharmacy and allied health students, describing it as a landmark investment in Australia’s future health workforce.

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Paid prac boost for allied health

The expansion of paid mandatory placements to a further ten allied health professions is a hard-fought victory for students and the future of Australia’s health system.

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