A passion for Indigenous healthcare and a drive to overcome a tough upbringing are the motivations that inspire Victorian Young Australian of the Year for 2023. Key points: Victoria's Young Australian of the Year is Bendigo's Darcy McGauley-Bartlett He's been recognised for his work as an advocate for better prison health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people The …
The head of one of Australia's top public universities says more needs to be done to get young Australians to build healthcare careers in the regions where medical professionals are in short supply. Key points: La Trobe University renews push for more healthcare placements 300 people applied for 15 bio-medicine positions Regional Education Commissioner supports more regional placements La Trobe …