EPISODE · Aug 24, 2021 · 13 MIN
“This is a wake-up call”: The pandemic hits regional Australia
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One of the most concerning outbreaks of Covid-19 in the country right now is taking place in western NSW.Towns like Wilcannia and Walgett have high Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations and some of the lowest vaccination rates in the state.When the pandemic hit the region only eight percent of Indigenous people were fully vaccinated.Now, with the virus spreading fast, there are serious concerns for the community.Today, Bhiamie Williamson on the situation on the ground in western NSW. Guest: ANU research associate and Euahlayi man, Bhiamie WilliamsonStay in touch with us on Twitter and InstagramSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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One of the most concerning outbreaks of Covid-19 in the country right now is taking place in western NSW.Towns like Wilcannia and Walgett have high Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations and some of the lowest vaccination rates in the sta...
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“This is a wake-up call”: The pandemic hits regional Australia
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