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ANF/QNU launch TV ads

The ANF and the QNU have launched a series of television commercials to appear in the lead-up to the federal election. We want to inform the Australian public of the commitments made by the two major parties toward the funding of nurses and midwives and our health system.
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Register now for QNU Professional Seminars 2010

In October 2010 we are again running our very popular Professional Seminars which will canvas a range of professional and legal issues that affect all nurses and midwives. These seminars will be held in Brisbane and Hervey Bay.
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Nurses and the Law

The 2nd edition of Nurses and the Law is designed to give QNU members an overview of the Australian legal system as it relates to the work they do as nurses and midwives. If you’re a member, regardless of whether you work in the public health system, private hospitals, aged care or community health, this is the handbook for you.
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Resource kit for QNU Activists

This kit has been developed to support QNU Activists (including Branch officers, workplace representatives and active members) during the ongoing QH payroll debacle. It includes important background on the payroll debacle to date, and identifies key actions and activities members can take around this issue.
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Facility design [Workplace health & safety 2010]

Facility design provides QNU branch and workplace representatives, members and staff with a framework that will help our understanding of the methods and processes used in the development and redevelopment of health facilities and shows how we can play an effective role in such projects.
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2010 QNU Training

The training program for the second half of the 2010 year is now available for QNU members. Training courses are conducted throughout Queensland in metorpolitan, regional and rural areas. Courses are extremely popular and book out quickly. To avoid disappointment get your enrolment in early.
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Add your voice to the future of aged care

The federal government has asked the Productivity Commission to develop detailed options for restructuring Australia’s aged care system. The QNU will be making a comprehensive submission and we are also seeking the views of individual members for this important inquiry.
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