Public Sector Updates – North West

Mersey Community Hospital (MCH)

The ANMF MCH Organiser for 2026 is Annette Beechey. Annette has previously had MCH in her portfolio and is looking forward to catching up with members at MCH again. Both Kristy and Nigel remain with the ANMF and will predominately be responsible for Northern sites.

Onsite member meetings will be organised for each ward and unit from mid February 2026, keep an eye out for the invite in your area. If you wish to contact us prior to the meeting, or suggest the best day and time for a meeting please email Annette.Beechey@anmftas.org.au.

Updates are correct as of 29 January 2026.
Authorised by Emily Shepherd, ANMF Tasmanian Branch Secretary

ASSISTANCE & SUPPORT

Member Support Team: The ANMF Tasmanian Branch is 8000 plus members strong! Supporting nurses, midwives, and care workers as the only union in Tasmania employing nurses and care workers to represent members. This is why our Organisers and Member Support Team are uniquely positioned to understand your experiences, represent you in your workplace, and offer industrial advice that’s relevant to you. Please contact our Member Support Team if you need workplace support, would like to discuss any matters or raise a concern. Alternatively, you can send an email outlining your concerns to our team - membersupport@anmftas.org.au. Email is the preferred and fastest way of contacting the team, however if your matter is urgent, please phone (03) 6223 6777 or 1800 001 241 if you are outside of Hobart.

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