Noosa News
Dream of secluded lifestyle on Southern Moreton Bay Islands comes minus health services support
Isolation and seclusion are big calling cards for most people moving to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands but life can be far from idyllic, particularly for people dealing with mental health issues.
Key points:
- There’s a three-month wait to see a psychologist, for the first time, on Russell Island
- The region isn’t funded for “remoteness”, making it harder to attract health care workers
- Most of the services provide a part-time model
Just 20 minutes by ferry from Redland Bay and a further 40 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD, the four inhabited islands have gained a reputation as a place for people seeking solitude and a new, quiet start.
Bob Davis came to Russell Island several years ago.
Mr Davis is visually impaired and has been battling depression…
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