Central West paramedics are demanding better pay, more rest hours and climate friendly uniforms

Sahil Makkar
Updated December 28 2018 - 4:04pm, first published 4:00pm
TIRED OF ASKING: Gilgandra paramedic Scott Beaton (right) says the NSW Government needs to overhaul its fatigue management policy. Photo: SUPPLIED
TIRED OF ASKING: Gilgandra paramedic Scott Beaton (right) says the NSW Government needs to overhaul its fatigue management policy. Photo: SUPPLIED

Scott Beaton, a paramedic stationed at Gilgandra in the Central West, says sometimes he has to go to Dubbo two or three times in a night even after having finished the day shift.

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Sahil Makkar

Sahil Makkar

Digital Journalist

Hi, I am the regional reporter for Fairfax Media. I track news and community-related issues in the Central West especially the Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Lithgow, Mudgee, Blayney, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes local government areas. If you wish to share any news or feedback please feel free to get in touch with me at sahil.makkar@fairfaxmedia.com.au

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