Two more of region's mayors back Waikato medical school123RF Otorohanga and South Waikato mayors are backing the Waikato medical school proposal, saying it will be a "game-changer" for smaller towns. Two more Waikato mayors are backing the proposal for a Waikato medical school, saying it will be a game-changer for smaller Waikato towns. South Waikato District Council Mayor Jenny Shattock​ mirrored Baxter's views, saying the South Waikato struggles to attract long-term GPs. "To have a medical school in the Waikato that has rural health needs as its primary focus will be of huge benefit to the South Waikato and rural communities. The rural medical school proposal is a joint initiative by Waikato University and the Waikato District Health Board.

Source: Stuff April 22, 2018 23:48 UTC