Communities north of Perth are under fresh warnings as firefighters battle a bushfire threatening townships like Wedge and Grey. The blaze, started by a fatal crash, has burned over 74,892 hectares with a perimeter of 361km, leading to road closures and evacuations. Aerial support and ground operations continue, with some areas downgraded to lower alert levels as businesses and residents face challenges.
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Kimberley shows decrease in GP numbers as rural GPs hit record numbers across WA
The Kimberley has seen a decline in GPs, even as rural WA surpassed 1,000 doctors for the first time, necessitating an increase of 300 GPs to meet future demand by 2030. Rural Health West's Professor Catherine Elliot emphasized the importance of support for GPs, noting a 5.8% yearly increase in rural practitioners, with a notable rise in female GPs and International Medical Graduates among new arrivals. Want More Context? 🔎
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