Are we paying attention to Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity has received growing attention in recent years, and yet its presentation in the nursing and midwifery workforce has received limited attention. Given our professional pride in caring, connection, and empathy, there may be some denial that neurodivergence even exists in nursing, but this reflects the broader cultural misunderstanding of its many and varied experiences. […]
Navigating generational diversity and intergenerational friction in nursing and healthcare
Australia’s nursing workforce has never been more generationally diverse. From Baby Boomers born between 1946-1964 nearing retirement to Generation Z (Gen Z) nurses (born between 1997-2012) entering clinical roles, we are seeing shifts not just in experience and skill mix – but in values, communication styles, and expectations of leadership. This is more than a […]
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness launches in Melbourne
Beginning your nursing or midwifery studies often comes with a steep learning curve. Drawing on insights shared by students from the ANMJ’s Spotlight series, students share their top study tips. Developed by Dr Gunther von Hagens, inventor of Plastination, and curated by physician and designer Dr Angelina Whalley, BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness offers […]
Financial toxicity adds to stress of breast cancer diagnosis
Working-age Australian women diagnosed with breast cancer collectively lose an average of 1.5 years of full-time work for every person diagnosed, costing billions in wages and gross domestic product. Rising rates of breast cancer among working-age Australian women have prompted urgent calls for action to address the growing impact of financial toxicity. Financial toxicity describes the negative […]
RN prescribing closer as Senate Committee endorses PBS reform
A Senate legislative committee has backed a Bill that would allow designated RN prescribers to prescribe certain medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). The Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee has recommended the passage of the Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025. The Bill formally recognises authorised nurse prescribers as a new […]
SA nurses secure interim wage rise, call off industrial action
After months of negotiations with the state government, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch) has won a 6% interim administrative wage increase, with planned industrial action suspended while Enterprise Agreement talks continue. The ANMF (SA Branch) has been fighting for fairer wages and improved conditions across the public sector. An offer of 10.75% […]
ANMF PRIORITIES 2026: Gender equity
Over recent years, nurses, midwives and care workers have helped drive significant reforms made to healthcare and the professions they work in. This has included advances in gender equity; industrial relations reforms including wage increases through the Aged Care Work Value Case, stronger delegate rights; and long-awaited improvements in aged care with 24/7 registered nurse […]
New tool to help health professionals improve medication management
Researchers have released a new guide on how to establish and lead a quality improvement collaborative (QIC) to support senior healthcare professionals, managers and leaders across healthcare settings who are seeking to improve medication management practices. A QIC uses an evidenced based approach to bring healthcare professionals together from different sites to learn, share and […]
ANMF appoints Catelyn Richards new Federal Assistant Secretary
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation’s Federal Executive (ANMF) has appointed Catelyn Richards as its new Federal Assistant Secretary, marking a significant step in strengthening national leadership of the country’s largest union. Ms Richards is a Registered Nurse who commenced her career in paediatrics at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. She has extensive experience […]
ANMF PRIORITIES 2026: IR reform
Over recent years, nurses, midwives and care workers have helped drive significant reforms made to healthcare and the professions they work in. This has included advances in gender equity; industrial relations reforms including wage increases through the Aged Care Work Value Case, stronger delegate rights; and long-awaited improvements in aged care with 24/7 registered nurse […]