Calls for emergency response aircraft after family forced to drive hours with Father’s body

By : ABC NEWS (Australia)

Published On: 2023-09-12

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The family of a 38-year-old father from a remote part of East Arnhem Land have described the harrowing journey of having to drive his dead body to hospital despite calling for medical help. The incident has raised questions about remote health services in the region -- and reignited calls for a dedicated emergency response aircraft for East Arnhem Land.

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