Dr. John Murphy:

I think Senator Burke is right in this regard. Unfortunately, there is a global shortage of doctors. This is happening everywhere. I suppose doctors tend to go to the bigger centres to participate in training programmes. We are trying to implement training programmes for the regional centres so that those involved are trained in all the basic skills before they start their jobs. Ms Wall might like to comment on the availability of advanced neonatal nurse practitioners who can perform as senior house officers.