Border Mail journalist wins award for story of his health battle

Nigel McNay won the Rural Press Club's Best Feature Story award for writing about his health crisis.

Why it mattersThe piece shows how personal crisis can reveal systemic problems. It gives readers and officials a clear view of healthcare gaps in regional Australia.

AustraliaMcNay's award highlights pressure on regional hospitals and the value of journalists documenting healthcare challenges in areas like Albury.

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Border Mail journalist wins award for story of his health battle

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Kirby Bentley wins Traitors Australia with $200,600 prize

Trent Felton wins Alone Australia season 4 after 52 days in Finnish wilderness

That is three stories, about two minutes.

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