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NSW Govt Urged: Dont Charge Us for Eraring', Say Health Workers, Consumers

• The New South Wales government is being urged not to impose charges on the residents of Eraring for community infrastructure projects in the area.
• The Eraring Power Station has been a major employer in the region, but the plant is set to close, leaving locals concerned about their financial future.
• The local council has called on the government to cover the cost of necessary infrastructure, arguing that the community has already contributed significantly by supplying power to the state grid.
• They believe charging residents for the projects would be unfair and undermine their economic recovery efforts.



Primary care research body celebrates 40 years

• The Primary Health Care Research & Information Service (PHCRIS) in Australia is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
• This organization has played a crucial role in providing evidence-based research and information to support primary care practitioners.
• PHCRIS has facilitated collaborations between researchers, policymakers, and clinicians, resulting in improved health outcomes for patients.
• The organization has also helped build the research capabilities of primary care professionals through training and development programs.
• As it marks four decades of success, PHCRIS continues to champion research in primary care and contribute to the advancement of healthcare in Australia.

Govt makes $20k offer for healthcare workers

·         The Australian government has offered a one-time payment of $20,000 to healthcare workers as part of its plan to attract and retain more staff to the sector.

·         The incentive is aimed at addressing the ongoing shortage of healthcare workers in the country, particularly in regional and remote areas.

·         The payment will be given to eligible workers who commit to work for a minimum of two years in specified locations or sectors that face staffing challenges.

·         The government hopes this financial incentive will help alleviate staffing issues and ensure better healthcare services across the country.

Australia's rental crisis prices out educators, nurses and aged care workers

·         Essential workers in Australia are being priced out of the rental market due to skyrocketing prices and limited availability.

·         The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened the demand for rental properties in regional areas, resulting in a housing crisis for essential workers such as nurses, teachers, and emergency services personnel.

·         According to a report by the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute, rental prices have surged in regional areas by 38% in just one year.

·         This increase is attributed to a combination of factors including increased demand from city dwellers looking to relocate, limited supply of rental properties, and the growing popularity of remote and flexible work arrangements.

·         Essential workers, who play a crucial role in the community and are often on lower wages, are finding it increasingly difficult to secure affordable rental accommodation.