It's hard to believe that $500k is not enough to tempt doctors to work in the rural town of Julia Creek. 

Janene Fegan, Deputy Mayor, of Mckinlay Shire Council, speaks to John Stanley about how, despite the generous salary and benefits, there have been no suitable applicants for the role. 

The council says selling the country lifestyle has been a challenge. More funding is needed to make the medical industry more financially viable for trainees. 

It's hard to believe that $500k is not enough to tempt doctors to work in the rural town of Julia Creek. 
Janene Fegan, Deputy Mayor, of Mckinlay Shire Council, speaks to John Stanley about how, despite the generous salary and benefits, there have been no suitable applicants for the role. 
The council says selling the country lifestyle has been a challenge. More funding is needed to make the medical industry more financially viable for trainees.

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