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ACMHN

The College is the peak professional mental health nursing organisation.

Setting the standard through the pursuit of excellence, the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) is the voice of the mental health nursing profession in Australia.

04/03/2026

The best ideas in mental health nursing are coming from nurses themselves.

And on 12 June at Gosford RSL Club, we're bringing them together. The Central Coast & Hunter New England Winter Symposium 2026 theme is Mental Health Nursing Re-imagined, and it's a space for clinicians, researchers, educators, and advocates to explore innovation, challenge current models of care, and spark bold ideas about where the profession is headed.

Keynote speakers include Dr Courtney Molloy, whose work centres on co-design and research translation, and Amanda Butt, award-winning Nurse Practitioner and CEO of NPathy, Australia's first virtual nurse-led mental health clinic. Whether you're looking to connect, learn, or contribute, this is the event for you.

Friday 12 June 2026 | Gosford RSL Club

Register now and submit your abstract before 10 April at 5:00 PM AEST.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/mjRe50YnQ6Z

02/03/2026

What would it mean for mental health nursing to finally speak with one voice, globally?

Our Queensland Branch Webinar on 31 March tackles exactly that. Nathan Dart, Director of Nursing at Metro North Mental Health and ACMHN Board Director, presents "If, When, Why, Who and How Should We Build a Global Mental Health Nursing Council", a call to action first delivered at the International Mental Health Nurse Leaders' Summit in Barcelona in November 2025.

This session explores the real challenges our profession faces, including inconsistent education pathways, workforce pressures, and rising service demand, and makes the case for a coordinated international response. Whether you're a clinician, academic, policymaker, or have lived experience, this conversation is for you.

Tuesday 31 March 2026 | 6:00 PM AEST (Brisbane) | Free Online Webinar

No membership required, all health professionals welcome. Register here: https://ow.ly/1RtJ50YnPII

24/02/2026

What keeps a leading academic coming back to our conference year after year?

For Professor Kim Usher, it's simple. Hearing new ideas, staying connected to clinical practice, and meeting the next generation of members. Because no matter where you are in your career, there is always something new to learn and someone worth meeting.

Click the link below to register and secure your spot.
https://ow.ly/ZWYH50Yk3Nb

20/02/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce that Dr Eric Lim has been named our Mental Health Nurse of the Year for 2026! 🏆

Dr Lim is a Senior Lecturer and Academic Chair of Contemporary Mental Health at Murdoch University, a credentialed mental health nurse, and a Fellow of both the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses (ACMHN) and the Higher Education Academy.

A true leader in his field, Eric was appointed the inaugural Chair of the ACMHN Research Special Interest Group. He has established a national and international reputation for research in the field of mental health for vulnerable and underrepresented populations, including young people with mental illnesses and people who are culturally and racially marginalised.

His dedication to advancing mental health nursing through education, research, and clinical excellence is an inspiration to nurses everywhere.

Congratulations, Dr Lim. Thank you for everything you do for our profession and the people it serves.

11/02/2026

Risk assessment shouldn't be guesswork, but many clinicians still lack the frameworks to do it well.

Join the Victorian Branch webinar on Structured Professional Judgement (SPJ) tools and transform how you assess risk and plan care.

In 45 minutes, Derek McCue (Credentialed MH Nurse, 30+ years' experience) will show you how evidence-based SPJ frameworks enhance clinical decision-making and patient safety.

You'll learn:
✓ What SPJ tools are and how they differ from other approaches
✓ The evidence base supporting SPJ frameworks
✓ Practical implementation strategies for your clinical practice
✓ How SPJ assessments inform care planning and risk management
✓ Real-world examples of improved therapeutic outcomes

Plus 15 minutes of interactive Q&A to explore scenarios and share experiences with peers.

Open to all ACMHN members

Register now: https://ow.ly/X36m50YbgYL

10/02/2026

Working with military clients means navigating a language most training programs don't teach: tactical humour.

Join our Reflective Practice Circle on navigating humour in military mental health work. In a confidential, peer-supported space, explore how dark humour, banter, and boundary-testing show up in sessions, and how to respond authentically while maintaining therapeutic depth.

You'll gain practical strategies for:

✓ Reading humour as both coping mechanism and potential avoidance
✓ Building rapport without collusion
✓ Responding to ambiguous moments with confidence
✓ Learning from real case-based peer discussion

Date: 12 Feb 2026 | 7pm AEDT
Limited spaces for meaningful interaction | 1.0 CPD hour

Register now: https://ow.ly/sKFo50YbgXc

09/02/2026

Mental health nurses make a difference every single day 💜

ACMHN President Prof Rhonda Wilson invites you to join our national celebration! Mark your calendar for February 20th for our Mental Health Nurses' Day webinar with Assoc Prof Lesley Barr plus the Mental Health Nurse of the Year announcement you won't want to miss.

Register for the webinar and access our toolkit to celebrate along with us: https://ow.ly/Ya1K50Y97At

06/02/2026

Supporting Perinatal Mental Health After Loss or a History of Eating Disorders | Wednesday, 11 February 2026 7:00pm AEDT

MHPN is presenting a webinar focused on perinatal mental health and the impact of grief and a history of eating disorders, in collaboration with COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence), Australia's peak body in perinatal mental health.

This webinar will explore the experience of Nadia, a fictitious case study. At 22 weeks into her pregnancy, Nadia is experiencing persistent worry about her pregnancy and the health of her baby, having previously experienced a miscarriage at 19 weeks. The panel will share insights and approaches to supporting clients experiencing mental health challenges, grief and bereavement during the perinatal period and navigating the effects of a history of an eating disorder in care.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/mhRs50Y9EKc

28/01/2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of the Black and African Mental Health Special Interest Group (BaASIG) within ACMHN 💜

BaASIG brings together mental health nurses of Black and African heritage, alongside allies, to build a trusted peer network and foster mentorship and connection.

The group also translates lived experience and specialist clinical knowledge into culturally safe practice guidance, training resources, and advocacy to improve mental health outcomes for Black and African Australian communities.

📅 First meeting: 17 February 2026
🕕 6:00pm AEDT

All ACMHN members and allies are welcome to join 💜

Learn more: https://ow.ly/miOv50Y4FP7

27/01/2026

We proudly congratulate ACMHN Life Member and Fellow, Emeritus Professor Dianne Wynaden AM, on her appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia, recognising her distinguished service to mental health nursing. 👏💜

Read our full media release: https://ow.ly/LM3A50Y46Gt

19/01/2026

💜 Know a mental health nurse who deserves recognition?

There’s less than two weeks left to nominate for Mental Health Nurse of the Year 2026.

This award is about recognising the leadership, dedication, and impact mental health nurses have every day and celebrating those who go above and beyond for consumers, colleagues, and the profession.

Nominations close 31 January 2026
https://ow.ly/Ox9a50XXIOe

29/12/2025

Mental Health Nurses’ Day is a time to honour your expertise, passion, and persistence 💜

Start the year by celebrating the impact you make every day. Join nurse academic and podcast creator Lesley Barr for our Mental Health Nurses’ Day 2026 webinar, plus we’ll be announcing the Mental Health Nurse of the Year!

📅 Friday 20 February 2026 | 3pm AEDT
👉 Register now: https://ow.ly/kGiS50XHXk9

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