The Gender Equity Sub-Committee (GESC) will be hosting an online webinar on Wednesday 16 September to explore the role of parental leave in supporting gender equity, fostering inclusive workplaces, and creating more equitable career pathways across medicine. Register now at bit.ly/4xwAEgo

Timor-Leste has a population of 1.3 million, but only six consultant anaesthetists. In 2027, Dr Mario Soares will become the first Timorese consultant anaesthetist to work outside of the capital, Dili. Read about Mario’s story in the Winter edition of the ANZCA Bulletin: bit.ly/45eCcjb

From journal articles and clinical guidelines to systematic reviews, trusted information underpins patient care. During Library and Information Week, we're recognising the role ANZCA Library plays in helping our fellows and trainees find the evidence they need. #LIW2026 #TruthBeTold

The Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History has expanded its collection! Some of our newest additions include a 1927 tachometer and an apothecary jar labelled “Cocaïne”. Read more about these recent donations in the Winter edition of the ANZCA Bulletin: online.fliphtml5.com/ANZCA1992/qgnq/#p=90

Help shape the future of anaesthesia and pain medicine education! The ANZCA Educators Sub-committee is seeking new members to contribute to educator development, educational innovation and support for ANZCA trainees, fellows and educators. Applications close 28 July - more info here: bit.ly/45a85Jm

The Winter edition of the ANZCA Bulletin is out now! In this edition: Look-alike and sound-alike medication pose threats; Council and committee changes; a wrap-up of the 2026 ASM in Auckland; and much more: bit.ly/4vjqG0e

It’s NAIDOC Week! This year’s theme is “Fifty Years of Deadly”. The college encourages all fellows, trainees, and SIMGs to check out the official NAIDOC website to find out how you can get involved: naidoc.org.au/ #NAIDOC2026

Register now for the CTN Strategic Research workshop at QT Gold Coast on 21-23 August. Join us to hear the latest clinical trial updates, hot topics in research, learn from a range of experts, network with colleagues and more. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/4tMGpEo #CTN2026 @anzcactn.bsky.social

Congratulations to Dr Jayden Ball, winner of the 2026 ASM delegate survey draw, who wins a personalised All Blacks jersey!

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. We encourage you to learn more here: bit.ly/4fO5s6D #NRW2026

Missed the library workshop at the ASM? Join our free 60-min webinar for trainees, fellows and SIMGs. Practical demos of journals, e-books, discovery searching, CPD and research support. Attend live on Wednesday 10 June, 7–8 pm AEST, or get the recording by registering here: bit.ly/4wzBLMA

Escape to the Victorian coast this winter for the 2026 Combined SIG Meeting. Join the Wellbeing, Medical Education, Communication, and Leadership & Management SIGs for 3 days of learning, connection, & inspiration under the theme “Strong systems, thriving teams”. www.anzca.edu.au/events-and-c...

Join our #Covidence Screening webinar on 28 May at 1pm AEST. Learn how to streamline screening use AI features, manage exclusions, upload PDFs and more. Includes a short Q&A with FPM fellow Dr Karen Joseph. Register now: bit.ly/4u2yTWR

#CPR skills getting a workout at the #ASM26AKL "Bring your kids to work" day workshop at #AucklandCityHospital 😀

The #ASM26AKL "Bring your kids to work" workshop at #AucklandCityHospital was a big hit this morning with aspiring #anaesthetists being shown the ropes:

Only two more gowns left to collect for tonight's #ASM26AKL College Ceremony! Thanks to our hard working gown wranglers😃.

Annetta is one of nearly 300 @anzca.bsky.social and @anzca-fpm.bsky.social trainees who are getting ready for tonight's #ASM26AKL College Ceremony. See you soon!

ICYMI: the #ASM26AKL @ANZCA lounge at the HCI "meet the leaders" session with our CEO Lance Emerson and Pres Dave Story was the place to be this afternoon. Come and meet our lounge team John and Laura too!

Did you get a chance to meet Gus the wonder dog at the #ASM26AKL HCI today? He might be making another appearance tomorrow so keep a watch out. Gus is a popular therapy pooch at #Auckland City Hospital.🐕

Here's President-Elect @gonggasgirl.bsky.social performing surgery on a slab of Haighs chocolate this arvo at #ASM26AKL. If you're wondering why... next year's ANZCA ASM is being held in the home of Haigh's, #adelaide #ASM27ADL

And that's day one of the 2026 ANZCA ASM: from a packed workshop schedule, to a special screening of Ka Whawhai Tonu, to a networking lunch for SIMGs, all on a beautiful autumnal day in Auckland. The scientific program starts tomorrow – there is so much more to come! #ASM26AKL

ICYMI: Our scientific convenor Dr Marta Seretny had a chat about #ASM26AKL and #anaesthesia on #RNZNights with Emile Donovan in the studio last night: tinyurl.com/2k28jp94, straight after Emile's interview with former NZ PM Helen Clark.😀

Interested in using Covidence for your systematic review? Join our webinar on 27 April at 1pm AEST and learn how to set up your review, import references and streamline your workflow. Ideal for trainees and fellows starting a review or using Covidence for the first time. Register now: bit.ly/4cnq040

In this edition: Meet ANZCA's SOTs, who are pivotal in maintaining high standards of #anaesthesia safety; the experiences of FANZCAs participating in #humanitarian missions across the globe; an update on hospitals that are rolling out #NRFit systems; & much more. online.fliphtml5.com/ANZCA1992/AN...

Watch a movie and earn CPD points! This ASM, join us for a special screening of Ka Whawhai Tonu, followed by a live Q&A with the producer and the director, and claim 2.5 hours of CPD for cultural safety. Come along at 6pm on Thursday 30 April – don't forget to register: bit.ly/4lDnFoA

Behind the ANZCA Educators Program is a community of 35 volunteer facilitators who transform clinical education by creating meaningful, learner‑centred education that improves care on every list. Be part of this impact. 👉 AEP Auckland 29–30 Apr: bit.ly/3P09kpL 👉 Explore more courses on our website!

Researchers: learn new strategies for promoting your work to boost visibility and funding. Join Wiley’s webinar “Promoting your research online” on 25 Feb 4pm AEDT: bit.ly/4rjQuZ9 Or explore practical AI tools to streamline research on 19 March 6pm AEDT: bit.ly/4rcEyIr

Register now for the 2026 ANZAAG Symposium! Some event highlights include the Malcolm Fisher Prize session, an update on the new ANZAAG recommendations for perioperative hypersensitivity testing, and an anaphylaxis emergency response workshop. Find out more here: bit.ly/ANZAAG26

Last call for abstract submissions! Only 2 days to go until submissions close for the 2026 ASM call for abstracts, so submit yours before it’s too late. For more info and to submit your abstract, visit the website: bit.ly/4aXWZeM #ASM26AKL #anaesthesia #painmed #perioperativemedicine

The college will be closed from 2pm (AEDT) on Wednesday 24 December until Monday 5 January 2026. We wish you a happy and safe festive season!