The Sugar Nurse: HESTA 2026 Nurse of the Year
Northern Territory diabetes educator Helen Lamech has been named Australia’s Nurse of the Year, recognised for transforming diabetes care across Central Australia through a community‑led model that now supports more than 100 families. With more than 30 years of nursing experience in the NT — including the past decade as a diabetes educator — Ms Lamech has […]
Finalists announced for 20th year of HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery awards
Nine finalists have been announced in a milestone year for the 2026 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards. A Victoria-based midwife ensuring Aboriginal families receive culturally safe support from pregnancy through to postnatal care and a South Australian nurse who has improved outcomes for children and families experiencing adversity are finalists in this year’s awards. […]