NSW government offers public sector workers 10.5 per cent pay rise over three years
In short: The NSW government is offering public sector workers a 10.5 per cent pay rise over three years and a $1,000 top-up if inflation…
SA regional nurse study finds frequent, cheap initiatives can boost workforce retention rates
A survey of regional nurses in Australia has found small, thoughtful interventions from peers are vital to keeping them in the job. Key points:A study has found…
Queensland midwives protest over chronic staff shortages
Ashleigh Sullivan says hospital midwives are often forced to choose which patients will receive proper care, and who has to go without.Key points:The midwives union rallied…
Healthcare worker shortages taking toll on maternity system and families, midwives tell ABC
A baby is born inside the Joan Kirner Women's & Children's Hospital.(ABC News: Margaret Burin)Inside one of Melbourne's busiest maternity wards, midwives work day and…
Critical shortage of midwives forces indefinite closure of Whyalla Hospital birthing services
South Australian health authorities have blamed a "critical midwifery workforce shortage" for the indefinite suspension of birthing services at Whyalla Hospital. Key points:Whyalla Hospital will not offer birthing…
Growing calls for national abortion fund in upcoming federal budget
The federal government is facing growing calls to provide greater access to contraception, and free medical and surgical abortions at all public hospitals. Key points:The fund…
NSW nurses overworked, dealing with PTSD and planning to leave profession, survey finds
Kate Goodman is running on empty.Key points:A new report reveals 60 per cent of frontline workers are planning to leave their roles in the next five…