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Ratios become reality: More than 950 nurses set to join...
September 24, 2026
Following sustained campaigning by the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA), nurse-to-patient ratios will finally become a reality across general medical, surgical and palliative care wards, with recruitment to commence…
3 days ago
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NSWNMA launches Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
The NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) has launched its…
9 days ago
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Research participants wanted: Temporary migrant workers...
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Run for a cause: Support the Pilliga Forest and Gomeroi...
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What does being ‘trauma‑informed’ actually mean?
What does it mean for a hospital to offer “trauma-informed…
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Awareness is up, but mental health stigma persists
Earlier this year, the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) released…
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Public Health
Ratios become reality: More than 950 nurses set to join...
September 24, 2026
Following sustained campaigning by the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA), nurse-to-patient ratios will finally become a reality across general medical, surgical and palliative care wards, with recruitment to commence…
3 days ago
Research
Research participants wanted: Temporary migrant workers...
August 26, 2026
Are you working in Australia’s aged care sector on a temporary visa, such as the PALM Scheme, an international student visa, or as a secondary…
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Mental Health
What does being ‘trauma‑informed’ actually mean?
August 26, 2026
What does it mean for a hospital to offer “trauma-informed care”? How about a hairdresser? Or even a paint colour consultant? Suddenly, this term is everywhere, but it’s rarely explained.…
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Mental Health
Awareness is up, but mental health stigma persists
August 26, 2026
Earlier this year, the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) released the first National Stigma and Discrimination Report Card (the Report), providing a comprehensive national picture…
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Update: Leadership Election. Make sure details are up t...
August 14, 2026
Financial members of the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association, and the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation New South Wales Branch will soon be sent ballot papers for the…
13 days ago
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“Good flex” key to a sustainable health system: rep...
July 31, 2026
Greater flexibility with rosters and improved staffing by addressing the structural constraints are fundamental to the resilience of the health workforce, says a new report. NSW nurses and midwives…
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Community Campaigns
NSWNMA launches Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
September 17, 2026
The NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) has launched its new Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), marking an important milestone in the Association’s ongoing commitment to reconciliation and action. Members…
9 days ago
Community Campaigns
Run for a cause: Support the Pilliga Forest and Gomeroi...
August 26, 2026
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a weekend jogger, or passionate about nature and supporting important causes, the Pilliga Ultra offers something for everyone. Taking place…
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2026 Nursing and Midwifery Awards finalists announced!
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Tax time is coming – here are some helpful tips for n...
June 24, 2026
Navigating your tax return can be a stressful task, especially when trying to figure out what you can and cannot claim as a tax deduction. Here’s some guidance on your tax return, thanks to the Australian Tax Office. …
2 days ago
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Why Death and Grief Education Matters | Nurse & Mi...
May 1, 2026
In the emotionally charged world of healthcare, nurses and midwives often stand on the frontline of life’s most profound moments: birth, healing, and, inevitably, death. While…
Editorial
Editorial
Listening to members is key to delivering better care
July 31, 2026
Our members have always known what works. Ratios and new workforce research now provide further evidence that listening to nurses and midwives delivers better outcomes for everyone. One of the great privileges of this role is seeing members campaign for change, then watching that change begin to make a real difference in…
27 days ago
Editorial
Invisible skills now visible, but wages are stuck in th...
May 29, 2026
The NSW Industrial Relations Commission agreed that nurses and midwives have been historically undervalued because of gender, but female-led workforces must still pay the price for the state’s shaky bottom line. For well over a century, the nurses and midwives of this state have transformed the landscape of care, evolving clinical practice…
Editorial
The power of the people is stronger than the people in...
Two of our most crucial core values – collectivism and courage – were on display…
Editorial
New challenges, new fights
The world never stands still, and neither can the Association if we are to achieve…
Editorial
Nursing in the blood
The Lamp introduces our new Assistant General Secretary Katrina Bough who talks about her journey…