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RPA


The long-running Australian reality series continues to confront, but also touch, viewers.


RPA is an Australian reality television series, filmed in Sydney's Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and follows the work of the hospital's medical professionals.

In this episode, a young girl has a broken arm, which requires surgery. Meanwhile, Fiona is recovering from an operation to remove a large, cancerous tumour, an operation which included a hip replacement. Elsewhere, John is facing a major operation to remove a stomach tumour, while Georgina has noticed a growth in a lump near her jaw, which she has had for close to 10 years.

The ingredients of RPA haven't changed much since its inception, yet after all these years it still remains interesting and at times, incredibly touching, television. It's not for the faint of heart but in a world where it's hard to turn on the television without seeing something confronting, the strength shown by the patients and the dedication of the medical professionals is ultimately uplifting.

RPA airs on the Nine Network on Wednesday, March 10, at 8:30pm.

Julia Gardiner

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