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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
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New paediatrician service coming to Warren
By TESS VAN LUBECK WORKER shortages in western NSW remain real, with Warren Shire Council currently looking to fi ll 10 job vacancies. The positions are mostly operational, including cleaning, mechanical, plant and maintenance roles, as well as a mechanical apprenticeship and tourism traineeship. Many have been advertised for some time but remain vacant despite the appeal of local government benefits, employment stability with a major local employer, and flexibility on offer with many of the roles. With a number of the positions located within the council’s Engineering division and requiring licences, tickets, or other qualifications, and or demonstrated experience, this may be proving to be a barrier to potential local applicants keen to apply but unable to meet those requirements. Continued page 7
By SHARON BONTHUYS IN a great development for the children and young people of Warren Shire and their families, a paediatrician will visit the town every month, starting this Friday, February 21. Paediatrician Dr Mary Iskander will operate her “FIFO” (fly-in/fly-out) clinic from the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) medical services clinic in Lawson Street for the next 12 months, according to a RFDS South Eastern Section spokesperson. The much-wanted new monthly paediatric service is the result of the combined efforts of multiple local agencies and individuals wanting the best for Warren children and young people.
Local nurses Nichole Callan and Christine Letton with paediatrician Dr Mary Iskander (centre), who will visit Warren monthly, starting this Friday. PHOTO: RFDSSSE.
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