Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union

Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union Authorised by S. Beaman, Secretary, Queensland Nurses and Midwives’ Union, West End, 4101. Membership of the QNMU also provides for full membership of the ANMF.

The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the peak industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of more than 70,000 members. Members include:

Registered nurses
Midwives
Enrolled nurses
Assistants in nursing (however titled)
Students
Anyone who undertakes nursing work

There is no other organisation in Queensland which provides comprehensive representation for nurses and midwives as both employees and professionals. The QNMU is a state-registered union and a branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), which has branches in each state and territory, which means the Union is also active in promoting the interests of nurses and midwives on a national and international level. Members have the opportunity to be actively involved in the QNMU and decide our priorities through the Union’s democratic structure. Ultimately, it’s these priorities and policies which help influence and shape the practice of nursing and midwifery in Queensland. Nurses and midwives, through the QNMU, have a long and proud history of working together to achieve improvements to working conditions, to the profession and, through the broader union movement, to the lives of all Australians. Nurses and midwives continue to work together and pool their combined resources and knowledge to protect and further the common interests of all members. Find out more at www.qnmu.org.au

The QNMU encourages and supports online dialogue on our social media forums, and we encourage members and users to be familiar with our social media terms of use at www.qnmu.org.au/SocialMediaTOU

Fresh reading just dropped 📖✨The latest Australian Nursing and Midwifery Journal (ANMJ) is live and ready for QNMU membe...
28/12/2025

Fresh reading just dropped 📖✨

The latest Australian Nursing and Midwifery Journal (ANMJ) is live and ready for QNMU members to dive into. From professional insights to stories that reflect the real experiences of nurses and midwives, it’s jam-packed with heaps of good reads.

Check out the new ANMJ here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aA9H3j

🌟 Thank you to the nurses, midwives and carers working this festive period 🌟While most Queenslanders are enjoying qualit...
24/12/2025

🌟 Thank you to the nurses, midwives and carers working this festive period 🌟

While most Queenslanders are enjoying quality time with their families today, nurses, midwives and carers are hard at work, delivering essential care to their residents and patients.

A huge thank you for your dedication, compassion and hard work. You help keep our communities safe not just at Christmas, but every day. 🫶

Merry Christmas from the QNMU 🎄⭐️🎅

🔗 Visit https://bit.ly/44vzllR for more information on your Christmas/New Year penalty rates.

24/12/2025

Hummingbird House win! Thanks to advocacy from QNMU members, the children’s hospice service is set to reopen 12 January.

Link to full story in comments 🔗

We wish all QNMU members a safe and enjoyable festive season! 🎄✨While our offices throughout Queensland might be taking ...
23/12/2025

We wish all QNMU members a safe and enjoyable festive season! 🎄✨

While our offices throughout Queensland might be taking a break for the Christmas and New Year holidays, rest assured that our committed team is still on call to assist members with urgent matters like dismissals.

☎️ Members who require emergency advice or assistance should ring the Brisbane office on (07) 3840 1444 or 1800 177 273 (toll free outside Brisbane) and leave a message with contact details, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

💥 The QNMU is ready to kick-off 2026 with a year jam-packed with FREE education courses and events for members 💥Upcomin...
23/12/2025

💥 The QNMU is ready to kick-off 2026 with a year jam-packed with FREE education courses and events for members 💥

Upcoming courses topics include:
✅ The role of the Workplace Representative
✅ The Business Planning Framework
✅ Psychosocial Code of Practice
✅ New delegate training
✅ Mentoring
✅ Building midwifery power
➕ and much more!

Jump online and explore all of the courses on offer. These sessions fill up fast, so make sure you save your spot! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️💻

‍➡️ Register now: https://bit.ly/4qd9gAw

Earlier this year QNMU members elected Fridae King as our first Assistant Secretary - Midwifery 💜 Fridae is a Registered...
22/12/2025

Earlier this year QNMU members elected Fridae King as our first Assistant Secretary - Midwifery 💜

Fridae is a Registered Midwife with experience across rural, regional, and tertiary healthcare settings. A QNMU member since 2019, Fridae has held a range of activist roles in our union including Local Branch Chair, Delegate, Regional Organiser, and member of the QNMU Policy Committee.

💬 Want to get to know Fridae a little better? Check out her story: 🔗 https://bit.ly/44vhhbr

With the end of the year in sight, we wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect on the year that was and unwrap a few of...
22/12/2025

With the end of the year in sight, we wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect on the year that was and unwrap a few of the fantastic highlights we’ve achieved together 🌟

2025 has been a big year for nurses, midwives and carers across Queensland - a year of 🙋‍♀️ standing up, 🗣️ speaking out and 🫶 making a difference in workplaces, at the bargaining table, and in our community.

From historic industrial action and hard-fought wage improvements to safer workplaces, stronger professional recognition and real legislative changes, these outcomes were made possible by the collective strength of QNMU members 💪

Not every win looks the same, and not every outcome followed the same path, but each one reflects the power of staying organised, informed and united, and is testament to the commitment, courage and care you bring to your profession every day 💯

We’re proud to stand alongside you and look forward to continuing the work together in 2026.

💡 Aged care nurses and carers: stay in the know with Connected in Care In this edition:⚖️ What's in the new Aged Care Ac...
19/12/2025

💡 Aged care nurses and carers: stay in the know with Connected in Care

In this edition:
⚖️ What's in the new Aged Care Act, what it means for providers, and what challenges remain as the reforms roll out.
🗣️ Our new Resident Safety Concern Reporting Form designed to support aged care workers to speak up early, escalate concerns, and protect resident safety.
⚠️ What to do if you feel at risk of occupational violence: Clear steps, your rights, and how the QNMU can support you.
🥳 A member win at Elderly Care after management failed to pay annual leave loading.

Connected in Care is just one of the ways we’re making sure your issues, your safety, and your expertise remain front and centre in the national aged care conversation.

📖 Read now: https://bit.ly/48UwFPY

From flying out over some of Australia’s most pristine waterways to conduct clinics, to navigating rising flood waters, ...
18/12/2025

From flying out over some of Australia’s most pristine waterways to conduct clinics, to navigating rising flood waters, critical neonatal care and complex transfer arrangements, Queensland’s remote midwives are proud of their extraordinary workplaces and the important role they play in their diverse and distant communities.

We spoke to three QNMU members about the challenges and rewards of delivering care across remote Queensland.

📖 Read more: https://bit.ly/491Abt3

Regis Whitfield (Cairns) members have been paid in full for all their previously unpaid mandatory training – and their a...
18/12/2025

Regis Whitfield (Cairns) members have been paid in full for all their previously unpaid mandatory training – and their action is driving change for thousands of Regis staff nationwide.

Led by Delegate Di Power, around 60 members stood together, refused to do more unpaid training, and demanded payment. Their strength helped push the national issue all the way to the Fair Work Commission.

Now Regis has committed to reviewing unpaid training across all 74 facilities nationally, with payments due by the end of December.

This is what member power looks like. Together, we win. 💪

As summer rolls in and the festive season beckons, now is the perfect time for nurses and midwives to reap the many well...
17/12/2025

As summer rolls in and the festive season beckons, now is the perfect time for nurses and midwives to reap the many wellbeing perks of fresh air, blue skies and a bit of outdoor time. 💛💆‍♀️

Even if you are working through the holidays, those warm weekends and festive catch-ups are a lovely reminder to reconnect with nature, family and yourself. A little time outside can go a long way in helping you recharge after a busy year 🌿✨

🌞 Read more: https://bit.ly/4rUq4xG

Missed Black Friday? No worries—there’s still time to grab amazing deals with QNMU Member Discounts! 🥳😎 Just Sunnies – u...
17/12/2025

Missed Black Friday? No worries—there’s still time to grab amazing deals with QNMU Member Discounts! 🥳

😎 Just Sunnies – up to 15% off
Looking for men's, women's and kid's sunnies? Fashionable frames, sports sunglasses or blue light glasses. Just Sunnies has something for everyone.

🩺 Nurses & Midwives Health – 1 month free
Treat yourself this festive season. Get a quote and join today: https://bit.ly/499HLBT (Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.)

🏷️ Union Shopper – Shop great deals on groceries, electrical goods, apparel, footwear, jewellery, travel, accommodation, dining, auto and more.

🎄Make your membership work for you this festive season!
🛒 Shop today: https://bit.ly/4qdMo3U

You must be logged in to the QNMU website with your member username and password to access your QNMU member-only discounts.
T&Cs apply.

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The Queensland Nurses and Midwives' Union (QNMU) is the industrial and professional organisation for nurses and midwives working in public and private health and aged care in Queensland. The QNMU seeks to promote and defend the industrial, professional, social, political and democratic interests of more than 62,000 members. Members include: Registered nurses Midwives Enrolled nurses Assistants in nursing (however titled) Students Anyone who undertakes nursing work There is no other organisation in Queensland which provides comprehensive representation for nurses and midwives as both employees and professionals. The QNMU is a state-registered union and a branch of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF), which has branches in each state and territory, which means the Union is also active in promoting the interests of nurses and midwives on a national and international level. Membership of the QNMU also provides for full membership of the ANMF. Members have the opportunity to be actively involved in the QNMU and decide our priorities through the Union’s democratic structure. Ultimately, it’s these priorities and policies which help influence and shape the practice of nursing and midwifery in Queensland. Nurses and midwives, through the QNMU, have a long and proud history of working together to achieve improvements to working conditions, to the profession and, through the broader union movement, to the lives of all Australians. Nurses and midwives continue to work together and pool their combined resources and knowledge to protect and further the common interests of all members.