Rural and Remote Classification
The classification system is based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Standard Geographical Classification - Remoteness Areas (ASGC-RA). The current system groups locations into 'remoteness areas' to determine eligible areas for MRBS Scheme doctors completing their return of service obligations (RSO).
The ASGC-RA classification system is updated after each census, and so may change over time.
There is a misconception among some that you will be restricted to working in the middle of nowhere. However, although there are greater incentives to working in the middle of nowhere or an RA5-Very remote location. It is also possible to work in an RA2-Inner regional area that is often quite close to the major capital cities.
Read more about this topic: Medical Rural Bonded Scholarship Scheme
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