New Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall outlines her priorities
Synopsis by Otago Daily Times Online News Jan 31 23
Incoming Health Minister Ayesha Verrall says the future of the new Dunedin Hospital project will be major focus for her. Dr Verrall was...Read full article 
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New Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall outlines her priorities: The struggling healthcare system has a new boss.
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New Health Minister Dr Ayesha Verrall outlines her priorities: The struggling healthcare system has a new boss.
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