June 11, 2025Northern Health was proud to welcome 76 new graduate nurses and midwives on 26 May, joining the 73 graduates who commenced in February – bringing the total to 149 for our 2025 Graduate Nurse and Midwifery Program.
These fresh faces are spread across our campuses at Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, and Bundoora Centre, and are participating in one of four tailored program streams. While some are familiar with our health service, with five having previously worked at Northern Health, the vast majority are stepping into our organisation for the very first time – and we couldn’t be more excited to have them on board.
The diversity and talent of this group are truly impressive. Our graduates hail from a wide range of universities, including Australian Catholic University, Federation University, RMIT, Victoria University, La Trobe, Deakin, Swinburne, University of Tasmania, Western Sydney University, Monash, Griffith, and Flinders. The midwifery graduates have completed a double degree in Nursing and Midwifery at either Victoria University or La Trobe University.
Over the next 12 months, these programs will provide a structured and supportive transition from student to professional, helping these new nurses and midwives grow in confidence and capability. Their journey begins with a three-day orientation, specifically designed to equip them with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed. This is followed by time in the clinical environment in a supernumerary capacity, allowing them to observe and learn before stepping into their roles independently.
“It’s a cohort rich in both youth and life experience, with graduates ranging in age from 21 to 50. Many are local to Melbourne’s northern suburbs – including Wollert, Epping, Thomastown, Reservoir, Mernda, and Preston – and one graduate was even born right here at Northern Hospital,” says Kate Duggan, Graduate Program Co-ordinator, Nursing and Midwifery, Northern Health.
“As our newest health professionals embark on their careers, they bring fresh energy, curiosity and commitment to patient care. We are proud to be fully recruited for another year and look forward to supporting our graduates as they grow into confident, compassionate clinicians,” adds Annabel Milionas, Director of Education, Nursing and Midwifery at Northern Health.
A warm welcome to Northern Health!
