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Student story: Alice sparked something bright for Danielle Richmond
During her undergraduate placement at Alice Springs Hospital, nursing student Danielle Richmond found more than just clinical experience. Surrounded...
Double the care with twin nurses Robyn and Sue
Twin sisters and CRANAplus course participants, Robyn McCahill and Sue McGrath, have been nursing for 48 and 47 years respectively. They share how...
Stephanie Pastula-Ramadier’s Island Home
When Stephanie Pastula-Ramadier first flew into wild Truwana/Cape Barren Island, a 20-minute flight from Tasmania, she knew it would become home....
MC Mandile stopping in to the Top End with support
Senior Bush Support Line Psychologist, MC Mandile, recently spent some time in the Top End delivering a wellbeing workshop and dropping into...
Opening the conversation on sexual health
CRANAplus Member and Fellow, Lyn Byers, writes about the importance of sexual health education in the remote setting, and shares her tips for...
Making a difference in Doomadgee with Kylie Anne Lindsay
Born in a small rural hospital and raised on a farm, Kylie Anne Lindsay’s early life grounded her in the simplicity and pace of rural life. Now with...
Student story: Steph Bryan’s care in the classroom
Steph Bryan’s undergraduate placement in a remote school in Katherine offered a unique look at occupational therapy beyond the clinical setting. She...
From pilot to national impact: The evolution of the 600 Nurses Project
Two years after launching a South Australian pilot, Project Check Mate has evolved into a national program, the 600 Nurses Project, training nurses...
Meet CRANAplus Member Lucy Pike
Student nurse, Lucy Pike, introduces herself to the community and explains what being a Member means to her. Why did you become a CRANAplus Member?...
Free sexual health training from ASHM
The Australian Society for HIV, Viral Hepatitis and Sexual Health Medicine (ASHM) Nursing Policy and Advocacy Lead, Cherie Bennett, recommends...
RFDS Queensland Section delivering care where it’s needed most
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) Primary Health Care team play a crucial role in providing comprehensive health services...
Finding support and adventure with Rural LAP: James’ story
For Enrolled Nurse James Baker, working with the Rural Locum Assistance Program (Rural LAP) over the past year has highlighted the value of strong...