Nurses unite globally in renewed call for peace
As conflicts continue to devastate communities in Ukraine, the Middle East and other regions, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) has renewed its call for nurses worldwide to stand together in support of peace through its global #NursesforPeace campaign. The initiative invites nurses, healthcare teams and National Nursing Associations to publicly show their solidarity with […]
Devastating destruction on Ukraine’s healthcare continues to escalate
Once a constant fixture on news bulletins and front pages, Russia’s war in Ukraine has largely slipped from the global spotlight. Yet while media attention has waned, the destruction of Ukraine’s healthcare system has continued at an alarming pace. The World Health Organization (WHO) has verified more than 3,000 attacks on healthcare since Russia’s full-scale […]
Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones continue to escalate
A decade after the world pledged to better protect healthcare in war, the situation is moving in the opposite direction. Across today’s conflicts, attacks on hospitals, ambulances and healthcare workers are increasing in frequency and severity, despite clear protections under international humanitarian law. According to leading authorities, these attacks, are increasingly being used as a […]
ANMF launches landmark Work Value Case for nurses and midwives
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has commenced its landmark Nurses and Midwives Work Value Case before the Fair Work Commission, seeking long-overdue wage increases that better reflect the value, complexity and responsibility of nursing, midwifery and care work. The case follows the ANMF’s successful aged care work value case, which delivered minimum award […]
Standing beside the ANZACs: Nurses and the hidden costs of war
On Saturday 25 April 2026, Australia will mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings and commemorate all those who have served in times of war and peace. ANZAC Day invites us to reflect on the immense sacrifices made in service to the nation, often at profound personal cost. In the years following Gallipoli and […]
A life beyond the ward: Andree’s story of conflict, care and connection
When Andree Girardau finished her nursing studies, she knew she wanted more than a standard hospital career. “So, I worked remotely, lived up in Cairns, built up my skills – and then I saw an advertisement for international work.” What came next would change her life. It was the early 1990s, and after an interview […]
Nurses and midwives meet with politicians to advocate for vital role in primary healthcare reform
Nine of the nation’s largest nursing and midwifery organisations have formed an Alliance to campaign for significant and meaningful primary health care reform.
ANMF welcomes key reforms made in new workforce report
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation ( ANMF) has welcomed recommendations made in the Unleashing the Potential of our Health Workforce’ Scope of Practice Review’ Final Report (‘Report’), that allows highly-trained nurses, midwives and allied health professionals to best utilise their skills, education and extensive experience, provides an important new framework for the delivery of […]
AI and its impact on healthcare- Webinar catchup
Did you miss our recent webinar on the ramifications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on nursing and midwifery? In partnership with the Digital Health Agency the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) convened a webinar led by digital experts to discuss AI’s multifaceted dimensions and its consequential impacts on healthcare delivery. This included its integration within […]
Healthcare sustainability Champion
Registered Nurse Kaitlyn Cooke, realised the environmental toll of disposable PPE after using 50 sets during a single shift caring for a COVID-infected baby. “I thought, this is actually really bad for the world. There’s got to be a better way we can do this,” said Kaitlyn who was based in Tasmania at the time. […]