A lack of access to skilled workers is taking a toll on maternity services in the bush.

The Rural Doctors Association of Australia warns staff are being charged to participate in skills maintenance courses at larger hospitals.

Rural editor Emily Minney caught up with president Doctor RT Lewandowski to hear more about the problem and what's being done to reverse the trend.

A lack of access to skilled workers is taking a toll on maternity services in the bush.
The Rural Doctors Association of Australia warns staff are being charged to participate in skills maintenance courses at larger hospitals.
Rural editor Emily Minney caught up with president Doctor RT Lewandowski to hear more about the problem and what's being done to reverse the trend.

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