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ANMF calls for urgent action as climate change continues to harm Australians’ health and wellbeing
Nurses, midwives and carers are calling on the federal government to urgently act on three climate and health priorities....
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ANMF welcomes election of new ACTU President Emma Kingdon
The ANMF has warmly welcomed the election of Emma Kingdon as the new President of the Australian Council of Trade...
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ANMF expresses thoughts for Dr Helen Haines MP
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has expressed its thoughts and support for Independent Federal Member for Indi Dr...
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ANMF launches national aged care campaign ‘Australia needs care you can count on’
Australia’s largest union has unveiled a major national aged care campaign, calling on the Federal Government to address the deepening...
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National aged care survey reveals staffing shortages, escalating workplace violence and cost-cutting by providers
A new survey of Australia’s aged care workforce has revealed, despite the Federal Government’s legislative reforms, the sector is still...
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ANMF pays tribute to ACTU leaders Sally McManus and Michele O’Neil
The ANMF has paid tribute to the work of ACTU Secretary Sally McManus and President Michele O’Neil, who have announced...
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No more excuses: ACN and ANMF urge action on violence against healthcare workers amid doubling of assault hospitalisations
New data showing the number of healthcare workers hospitalised after being assaulted at work has more than doubled in a...
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ANMF Statement on Ahpra’s Adoption of the IHRA definition in its joint statement on combatting antisemitism
The ANMF condemns all forms of racism, discrimination, hatred and bigotry. The ANMF strongly opposes antisemitism and all forms of...
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ANMF welcomes Legislation enabling PBS access for nurse-prescribed medicines
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) will join nursing and midwifery leaders from across the country at Parliament House...
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Nurses and midwives showcase innovative healthcare solutions
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) will join nursing and midwifery leaders from across the country at Parliament House...
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ANMF launches landmark Nurses and Midwives Work Value Case
The ANMF today commenced its landmark Nurses and Midwives Work Value Case before the Fair Work Commission seeking long-overdue wage...
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ANMF minimum wage rise a ‘step in the right direction’ for low-paid care workers
The ANMF says today’s decision by the Fair Work Commission (‘FWC’) to lift national minimum wages by 4.75%, will help...