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Media Release: 13 September 2023
14th September, 2023
Media Release 13 September 2023 Where’s the Detail? The New Zealand College of Midwives is pleased to see some commitment to growing the midwifery workforce in Labour’s health announcement today. College Chief Executive, Alison Eddy,…
HPV screening update for midwives
29th August, 2023
The National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is changing the way cervical screening is done in Aotearoa New Zealand. The primary test for cervical screening will change from a cervical smear test to a vaginal swab…
Seeking nominations for co-presidents
1st August, 2023
Following a Special General Meeting (SGM) held in Auckland on 27 July, where a remit was passed to enable co-presidents (Māori and non-Māori) to be elected, the College is now calling for nominations for…
Photograph competition – win a conference registration, accommodation and travel package
31st July, 2023
Photograph competition – Win registration to the College Conference including flights and accommodation The College is offering a fully funded conference registration and dinner, as well as accommodation and travel costs if the winner lives…
Te Whatu Ora Workforce Announcement – “Midwives and Midwifery Still Invisible”
4th July, 2023
Media Release 4 July 2023 Te Whatu Ora Workforce Announcement – “Midwives and Midwifery Still Invisible” The College of Midwives says the plan announced today designed to address health workforce shortages is overall positive and…
CE Alison Eddy elected to ICM Board
15th June, 2023
Introducing the Newly Elected ICM Board: A Commitment to Progress and Global Collaboration The International Confederation of Midwives is proud to introduce its newly elected Board. Led by newly elected President, Sandra Oyarzo Torres, the…
Meras media release 24 April 2023
24th April, 2023
“A sad day.”
That’s how Jill Ovens, the co-leader of MERAS (the Midwives’ union) is describing the news today that St George’s Hospital maternity service is closing.
The maternity contract between St George’s and Te Whatu Ora will not be renewed at the end of June.
Media release: Protecting Your Baby From Whooping Cough Starts While You’re Pregnant
6th April, 2023
5 April 2023 NZ College of Midwives Chief Executive, Alison Eddy, says midwives have been very saddened by the recent tragic deaths of three pēpi from whooping cough and calls on Te Whatu Ora to…
College Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund (EDRF)
27th March, 2023
College Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund (EDRF) The College is still accepting donations for the Midwives Emergency and Disaster Relief Fund (EDRF) which will be used to provide financial relief for members who have suffered…