North West Regional Hospital Operating Suite
The ongoing workload dispute in the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) Operating Room Suite (ORS) was to be heard on Tuesday 29 April 2025 in the Tasmanian Industrial Commission (TIC). The ANMF officials and Workplace Delegates are pleased to announce that on Monday 28 April 2025, the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) has committed to funding the Full Time Equivalent (FTE) increase for a 12 month period, further benchmarking will occur prior to the end of the 12 month period. Pleasingly, this will see a nursing FTE of 40.13, an increase from the current establishment of 32.78 FTE, plus an increase in Transition to Practice (TtP) and support staff. The positions created will be fixed term with recruitment to commence as soon as possible.
Vacant positions already on the establishment are able to be recruited to permanently as per normal processes.
This is a significant win for members who have continued to stand with their union to secure safe staffing levels and enforce members’ entitlements. The ANMF remains fully committed to our members.
The ANMF Attends the TIC Over Public Sector Staffing Crisis
ANMF officials attended the Tasmanian Industrial Commission (TIC) this week to address the ongoing statewide staffing crisis impacting nurses and midwives across the public sector. This follows repeated concerns raised by members about excessive vacancies, unsafe workloads, reliance on overtime and double shifts, and the increasing frequency of working short.
View the latest update.
ANMF Tasmania 2025 Federal Election Key Priorities: MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT!
Nurses, midwives, and care workers are the backbone of our healthcare system — providing vital care in hospitals, aged care facilities, and communities across Tasmania. To ensure timely, effective care for all Tasmanians, the ANMF Tasmanian Branch has shared our key priorities with all Federal Election candidates:
✅ Nurse Practitioner-led clinics in rural and remote Tasmania
✅ Autonomous practice for nurses and nurse practitioners (NPs) in Medicare Urgent Care Centres
✅ Bulk billing rights for nurses, midwives & NPs
✅ Co-funded community nursing services to reduce hospital demand
✅ Fair funding: Increase federal contribution to public hospitals to 50%
✅ Transparency and Accountability in aged care, including mandated care minutes and enforcement.
Candidates have been invited to respond and are shared online to help inform your vote.
View the full priority list and read candidates responses.
Together, we can build a stronger, fairer, and more sustainable healthcare system for Tasmania.
ANMF Tasmania Roadshow
Keep an eye out for ANMF North/Northwest Organisers who will be visiting members working in Public Sector and Private Acute settings across May-June. Stop by, enter the draw for prizes, and pick up some ANMF merchandise.
ANMF Workplace Delegates' Back to Basics Beginner Training: South and North /North West Sessions
Are you a recently nominated workplace delegate? Then you are warmly invited to the face-to-face workshop especially designed to inform you about your rights as a delegate, where you can go to get advice, as well as learn about the ANMF Union and the strategic goals we are collectively working towards. The workshop counts as 6 hours CPD. If you would like further details, please contact your ANMF Organiser. View the training sessions available for the South and North/North West below.
SOUTH
NEW DATE ANNOUNCEMENT! Tuesday 3 June
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
HERC Building, 182 Macquarie St, Hobart
Register your spot today!
NORTH / NORTH WEST
Thursday 29 May
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Elizabeth Town Bakery, 5783 Bass Hwy
Register your spot today!
ANMF Employment Opportunity: Industrial Officer
ANMF Tasmania is seeking a passionate and skilled Industrial Officer to join our team in Hobart. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert industrial relations advice and support across public and private sector workplaces, working closely with ANMF staff and members. Responsibilities include enterprise agreement negotiations, case management, legal representation, and the preparation of key documents and submissions. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organisation that advocates for the rights of nurses, midwives, and care workers across Tasmania. Flexible working arrangements and generous staff benefits are available. Learn more or apply for the position. Applications close Tuesday 13 May 2025.
2025 ANMF Tasmanian Biennial Delegates Conference - 26-27 June: Registrations are open!
The ANMF Tasmanian Branch Biennial Workplace Delegates Conference is back! Held on Thursday 26 – Friday 27 June 2025 at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston. Exclusively for ANMF Workplace Delegates, this FREE two-day event is your opportunity to gain valuable education, empowerment, and advocacy skills. Stay tuned
for more details about the conference including guest speakers, program timeline and activities to be announced.
Registrations are now open - book your spot today!
Celebrating our ANMF Members' Birthdays
Are you celebrating a birthday in May 2025? Keep an eye on your inbox, you will receive an email from the ANMF Tasmanian Branch during the first week of May. All members celebrating their birthday during the month automatically go into the draw and can receive a bonus entry by filling in a short survey. The winner will be randomly drawn on the second Monday of the month and notified directly. Good luck and a very happy birthday to all our members!
New AHPRA Registration System
Ahpra recently launched a new online practitioner portal, and new digital smart forms for application and renewal of registration. As a result, registration renewal for all nurses and midwives will open shortly. Before anyone can renew their registration this year, they must set up their practitioner portal, including multifactor authentication for extra security.
To support what will be a big change for practitioners, Ahpra has created a portal help centre featuring ‘how-to’ videos and step-by-step guides.
Reminder: AHPRA Registrations Due by 31 May 2025!
Nurses and midwives with general or non-practising registration must renew their registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) by 31 May each year. The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) manages the renewal process and will send email reminders once online renewal is open. Keep an eye on your inbox and ensure your contact details are up-to-date to receive important notifications.
Meeting registration requirements includes maintaining Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII). ANMF membership provides comprehensive PII, keeping you protected and covered. Don’t forget to check the national register to confirm your registration details.
Receive a $50 Gift Card when you Get Your Friends #OnYourTeam!
Good friends don’t leave friends unprotected. As ANMF members, you know the strength that comes from being part of a union that’s been fighting for 100 years — and will continue to do so well into the future. Encourage your friends to join the ANMF and stand with us. Together, we’re stronger, safer, and
ready to face whatever comes our way. Refer a friend and receive a $50 gift card. Contact us by calling (03) 6223 6777 or visit anmftas.org.au for more information. Together, let’s strengthen our profession and advocate for a brighter future in healthcare! View the promotional flyer.
* T&C’s apply.
New member must be financial for at least 1 month for the $50 Gift Card to be allocated. Promotional/Discount Code “Refer50” and name of the current member must be provided to be eligible. The $50 Gift Card will be allocated to the member who refers a friend. Offer available for a limited time only.
Free Online CPD for ANMF members
Keep your yearly AHPRA registration up-to-date and get your 20 CPD hours when and where it suits you, on any device, at any time with nearly 200 modules meeting the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia criteria. Log onto the ANMF Tasmanian Branch member portal for direct access to the FREE modules to increase your hours.
Upcoming Union Events
May Day 2025 – Toast, Parade, and Union Awards
This year’s May Day Toast will be held on Friday the 23 May (including the Union Awards), and the Parade on Saturday 24 of May. May Day Toast 2025 tickets are $70 + GST and the event will be held at Hobart Town Hall. Join Unions Tasmania and the ANMF for a night of solidarity, entertainment, delicious food, and drinks, as the Tasmanian Union Awards are presented.
View May Day Parade Facebook Page
View May Day Toast Facebook Page
View May Day Toast Website
Saturday 24 May 2025 - Hobart
March and Street Parade
Unions Tasmania invites members, supporters, and their families to celebrate May Day at their annual parade, which will be held on Saturday 24 May this year (a little later than usual due to the Federal Election being held on the first weekend in May).
Everyone is welcome to gather at the usual location behind the CPSU in Victoria Street before marching around the Hobart CBD with union pride on full display.
We will marshal from 11:30am, with the march kicking off at 12 noon sharp, returning to Victoria Street where there will be a free BBQ, drinks for purchase, ice creams, coffee, and plenty of fun activities for the kids. This is a free event, and Unions Tasmania would love to celebrate it with their union family. It is, after all, Union Christmas! See you there!
RSVP today.
Join our ANMF Team for the 2025 City to Casino Fun Run/Walk Event
Join the ANMF Tasmanian Branch for a great health and wellness initiative and participate in this year's City to Casino Fun Run/Walk!
WHEN: Sunday 18 May, 2025
WHERE: Hobart
2.7km Run Event: This event is for children aged 12 or under. Adults are permitted in this event only for the purposes of accompanying their children. Starts at Salamanca at 7:55am. Entry $20.
7km Run or Walk Event: Starts at Cornelian Bay at 8:10am: Entry $50 / (U18) $35.
12km Run Event: Walkers are not permitted in the 12km Run. This is a RUNNING event. Starts at MyState Bank Arena at 8:00am. Entry $60 / (U18) $45.
All ANMF staff, members, family and friends are invited. It's not about how fast you go, but about the spirit of participation. Register and join our team, plus you will receive a FREE ANMF Team t-shirt to wear proudly for the event!
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