ANMF launches landmark Nurses and Midwives Work Value Case

The country’s largest union, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), today commenced its landmark Nurses and Midwives work value case before the Fair Work Commission (‘FWC’). The ANMF is seeking long-overdue wage increases for nurses, midwives and assistants in nursing (AIN), to recognise the true value of the work they perform across the Australian […]

ANMF minimum wage rise a ‘step in the right direction’ for low-paid care workers

The country’s largest union, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), says today’s decision by the Fair Work Commission (‘FWC’) to lift national minimum wages by 4.75%, will help boost the pay of frontline care workers. While disappointed the FWC did not meet the ACTU’s claim of a 6% rise, ANMF Federal Secretary Annie Butler […]

Hospital wards next in line for staffing ratios

After more than a decade of campaigning by the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA), staffing ratios will finally be introduced across medical, surgical and specialty wards including neurology, respiratory and oncology, in the next stage of the nurse-to-patient ratios rollout. Public hospital wards will see minimum staffing levels of one nurse to four patients […]

ANMF welcomes major Budget tax reforms to support nurses, midwives and carers

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) says major Budget tax reforms focused on increasing fairness will support the next generation of nurses, midwives and carers, struggling to find secure, affordable housing and meet current costs of living. ANMF Federal Secretary, Annie Butler, said changes to the tax system, including new restrictions on negative gearing […]

Celebrating International Nurses Day 2026: ANMF calls for nurses to be empowered in tonight’s Budget

On International Nurses Day (IND), the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is recognising the extraordinary skill, compassion and dedication of nurses across Australia while calling for urgent action to ensure they are properly supported to continue delivering quality care for the community. This year’s IND theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” […]

Nurses and midwives celebrate Northern Beaches Hospital going public

Nurses and midwives working at Northern Beaches Hospital today marked their first day in the NSW public health system, after campaigning for more than a decade against the privatisation of the facility. NSWNMA General Secretary, Michael Whaites, said this day had been a long time coming for our members. “We are relieved that this milestone […]

ANMF condemns disruption to Welcome to Country at ANZAC Day ceremony

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has condemned the disruptions to Welcome to Country ceremonies at ANZAC Day Dawn Services on the weekend. We acknowledge the distress and harm this behaviour has caused to many in our community. The ANMF stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and with all people […]

ANMF welcomes Albanese Government’s $3 Billion funding for aged care

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s $3 Billion funding package for aged care in the May Federal Budget package, including $1 Billion dedicated to personal care services and the delivery of 5,000 additional aged care beds across the country. Federal Secretary Annie Butler said the multi-billion dollar investment was […]

Mixed emotions over pay deal for NSW nurses and midwives

Public sector nurses and midwives across New South Wales have expressed mixed emotions about today’s wages ruling by the NSW Industrial Relations Commission (IRC), fearing the pay increase awarded to Registered Nurses and Midwives will not fix the structural reform that is needed. The Full Bench of the IRC awarded a three-year wage deal from […]

ANMF seeks urgent increase in travel allowance to help manage soaring fuel costs

In response to the current fuel crisis, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is seeking to increase the travel allowance paid to nurses and midwives who use their own vehicles for work. The ANMF filed an application with the Fair Work Commission (FWC) on Monday for a variation to the Nurses Award 2020 for […]

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