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What do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers do?

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers provide culturally safe and appropriate care during and after pregnancy.

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Maternity services in rural Queensland

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Queensland and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

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Health services for rural families

Learn more about rural health services such as the Patient Assisted Travel Scheme, telehealth, access to hospitals, pregnancy and childbirth care.

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Maternity services in rural Tasmania

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Tasmania and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

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Maternity services in rural Victoria

Find out what maternity services are available in rural and remote Victoria and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

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Maternity services in rural NSW

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote NSW and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

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Maternity services in rural South Australia

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote South Australia and how to get care and support during your pregnancy and labour.

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Maternity services in rural Western Australia

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Western Australia and how to get care and support during your pregnancy and labour.

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What is the difference between public and private care in pregnancy?

When having a baby, you may want to decide between public and private care for the birth. Find out more about the care providers and cost.

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Maternity services in remote Northern Territory

Find out what maternity services are available in remote Northern Territory and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

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