2026
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Why Northern?
Northern Health has proudly been named Employer of Choice – a recognition that reflects more than policies or programs. It speaks to our people, our culture, and the everyday moments that make Northern Health a place where staff feel valued, supported and connected to purpose. Behind every award are real stories: people who chose Northern
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Finalists for the WorkSafe Health and Safety Representative of the Year Award
Northern Health is thrilled to announce that Bessie Taitoko, Psychiatric Services Officer/Health and Safety Representative – BIPU, and Owen Glassenbury, MHICAR Senior Clinician/Clinical Nurse Consultant/Health and Safety Representative – BIPU, are finalists for the 2025 WorkSafe Health and Safety Representative (HSR) of the Year Award. Bessie and Owen have gone above and beyond to make
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Northern Health stands proud at Pride March 2026
Northern Health was proud to once again stand shoulder to shoulder with the LGBTIQA+ community at this year’s vibrant Pride March in St Kilda on Sunday, 1 February. The Pride March is a much-loved highlight of the annual Midsumma Festival, which runs from 18 January to 8 February 2026. After recent years of intense summer
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Get to know: Kim Gray
#WeAreNorthern Meet Kim Gray, Senior Physiotherapist, Craigieburn Community Hospital. Q: First, let’s start with your coffee order?A: I keep a single-cup plunger in my drawer — strong blend, milk, no sugar. Q: Tell us about your journey at Northern Health.A: I joined Northern Health a little over 18 months ago after spending two decades at
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Shaping the future of Northern Health Library services
The Northern Health Library recently conducted a staff and student survey to better understand how library services are used, what is working well, and where improvements can be made. Open to all Northern Health staff and students, the survey received an overwhelming response, demonstrating strong interest in and engagement with library services across the organisation.
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Northern Health named Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2025
Northern Health has been recognised as an Employer of Choice in the prestigious Australian Business Awards 2025, affirming its commitment to creating a workplace that maximises the potential of its people through effective policies and practices in recruitment, engagement, and retention. Guided by the values of Safe, Kind, Together, Northern Health has cultivated a workplace
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Get to know: Wael Yousif
#WeAreNorthern Meet Wael Yousif, Medical Scientist in Microbiology – Pathology, Northern Health. Q: First, let’s start with your coffee order. A: I usually start my day with a skinny chai latte, extra hot. Q: Tell us about your journey at Northern Health? A: I started working at Northern Pathology Victoria (NPV) in 2020 as a
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Celebrating 10 years of Learning Improvement Science at Northern Health
Northern Health’s Transformation team is proud to deliver the Learning Improvement Science at Northern Health (LISN) program for its tenth consecutive year, marking a decade of empowering staff with practical tools to drive meaningful healthcare improvement. In 2026, the program will include at least six sessions delivered across the year, supporting staff capability and reinforcing