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[EVENT RECAP] The Medical Women’s Society of the ACT and Region held its 2026 Planning Meeting with productive and constructive discussion on 1st February 2026.
“AFMW is delighted to acknowledge the contributions of medical women around Australia who were awarded in the Australia Day Honours 2026.” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
The AFMW share the sad news posted by the AMA of the passing of Professor Dame Marie Bashir. Dr Kate Duncan AM reminded the AFMW that Dame Mary was patron of the MWIA conference in Sydney 2001.
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“Our last eBulletin of 2025 was in mid December, only days before the shocking events at Bondi which has cast a nasty pall over the Holiday Season around Australia. My heart goes out to the victims and their families and to the whole Jewish Community who are reeling at such a targeted attack.” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
“We are grateful and honored with your renewed trust for continuing to serve MWIA and its noble mission!” Dr. Mariam Jashi, Secretary General, Medical Women’s International Association.
[EVENT REMINDER] The 3rd National Family Safety Summit, taking place from 17–20 February 2026 in Perth/Boorloo, brings together the leaders driving the next wave of reform across justice, health, housing, policing, child protection, community services, ACCOs and government. Register today. NOTE – Early Bird Discount ends Friday 16 Jan 2026.
[EVENT] Registrations are now open for the 18th National Rural Health Conference, taking place 14–16 September 2026 at the Adelaide Convention Centre (Tarntanya). Register Today.
“I wish all of you a very happy Festive Season and hope that we can all approach 2026 with fresh energy and enthusiasm!” Dr Brenda Masters, President, AFMW
“Female general practitioners in Australia are earning less than male colleagues, with the pay gap driven by a rebate structure that favours shorter consultations.” – aap
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