News & media releases

VIC Chief Midwife Commences

The Australian College of Midwives welcomes the appointment of Elisa McDonald to the newly established role of Victoria Chief Midwife.

ACM Calls for Protection of Reproductive Rights

Australian College of Midwives calls for protection of reproductive rights amid growing threats to abortion access.

Federal Budget 2026-27

Last night’s budget moves things forward for midwives, women and families.

NSW Chief Midwife Commences

The Australian College of Midwives (ACM) welcomes the appointment of long standing member and prior ACM Board Director Donna Garland to the newly established role of NSW Chief Midwife.

Kelley Lennon ACM's new Chief Midwife

ACM is pleased to announce Kelley Lennon as ACM's new Chief Midwife, commencing in early 2026.

ACM Welcomes Appointment of Victoria’s First Chief Midwife

The Australian College of Midwives (ACM) welcomes today’s announcement by Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas MP of the state’s first Chief Midwife.

RANZCOG & ACM Call on Health Ministers to End Freebirth Deaths

In the wake of several recent tragedies linked to freebirth, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) & the Australian College of Midwives (ACM) have called upon Commonwealth & state and territories.

Abortion Care is Healthcare: ACM Supports Abortion Care in SA Legislative Discussion

ACM opposes proposed legislative changes in South Australia limiting access to abortion after 23 weeks. ACM reiterates its longstanding commitment to supporting safe, legal, and timely access to abortion care, no matter where one lives.

ACM Welcomes New Chief Midwife for NSW

NSW announces a Chief Midwife role, boosting midwifery leadership. ACM welcomes this to improve maternity care and support families.

Syphilis Declared a Communicable Disease of National Significance

ACM welcomes the national response to syphilis. Midwives are essential to early detection and care. ACM urges timely Bicillin access by allowing endorsed midwives to prescribe it.

Commonwealth Prac Placement Payment Begins to Support Midwifery Students

The Commonwealth Prac Placement Payment will provide eligible midwifery students with $331.65 per week from 1 July 2025 to help cover the costs of clinical placements.

$83.8 Million Maternity Package in NSW 2025-2026 Budget

The NSW Budget released today announces funding for a Maternity Care and First 2,000 days package.

National Consensus Framework for Rural Maternity Services

The National Consensus Framework for Rural Maternity Services launched today, outlining clear strategy for making maternity care more accessible for women and communities of rural and remote Australia.

NSW State Conference

Midwives from across New South Wales will come together in Port Macquarie this week for two days of connection, learning, and shared experience at the 2025 NSW State Conference.

ACM Statement on the Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

Australian Midwives Call for Urgent Action in Gaza

NSW Abortion Bill

Adoption of a bill to enable endorsed midwives and nurse practitioners to prescribe MS 2-Step will bring NSW in line with most other states and territories.

QLD State Conference 2025

For two days in May, midwives in Queensland gather in Townsville to learn, share, network and be inspired by their role in progressing maternity care in Queensland.

International Day of the Midwife 2025

Midwives recognised for the important work they do for Australian communities.

Budget Night News Women's Health

Further to the Federal Budget which was handed down last night, below is an overview of the items with reference to the midwifery profession and women’s health in general.

Seven Point Plan for Immediate Effective Health Reform

A Unified Call from Australia’s Peak Nursing and Midwifery Groups