In Episode 2 of SpectrumLIVE we travelled to Thursday Island to find out how students and locums alike have been doing their placement in paradise.
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Thursday Island ("TI") might be best known for being between Wednesday and Friday Island – but if a million dollars sat on the line to point it out on a map, how rich would you be?
When you eventually found it, what at first glance may seem like the middle-of-nowhere, is actually a buzzing hive of culture, extraordinary beauty and some unique healthcare experiences. For those seeking a change of scenery, however, it represents a once in a lifetime career opportunity worth more than you know.
To find out why and ‘how’, we met Steve Wallin, the Director of Medical Imaging at the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service and the wider 'TI' team to share their thoughts:


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