Naomi Hammond named as finalist in prestigious premier’s awards
Associate Professor Naomi Hammond has been named as a finalist in NSW Premier’s Awards in the Public Servant of the Year category. Naomi works as NSLHD’s Executive Director of Research and has over 13 years of experience in clinical nurse research. Naomi has also played a pivotal role in advancing care for critically ill patients through her research efforts. NSLHD Chief Executive Anthony Schembri congratulated Naomi on the achievement. “Being selected as a finalist is an honour, reflecting the highest standards of excellence within the NSW public sector,” he said. “I look forward to seeing the incredible work Naomi will continue to accomplish.”
Associate Professor Naomi Hammond
Digital Health Services spur change with reusable bags NSLHD’s Digital Health Services are taking a stand against single-use plastic bags, with a multitalented staff member taking the lead to initiate change and adding to NSLHD’s Planetary Health efforts. solutions that prioritise both people and the planet.”
Alongside her role as a Digital Applications Manager, Belinda Collins works as a volunteer on her weekends, sewing reusable fabric bags for Boomerang Bags in the Northern Beaches - a charity that empowers local communities to combat plastic pollution by knitted fabric reusable bags. The bags are placed near the exit for staff to take when leaving the office and returning them when they are done. Belinda said the idea came to her when she visited Mauritius for a holiday and learnt that all plastic bags are banned in the country. “After returning home I had noticed that single-use plastic bags were so prominent in the office bins,” she said. “I proposed a project to provide fabric reusable lunch bags for our department to help reduce plastic waste and haven’t looked back since.” Whilst the initiative is still in its infancy, Belinda said the change has already seen staff become more conscious of plastic waste and encouraged a sense of team spirit. “This collaborative spirit has not only enhanced our goals to reduce plastic, but it has also fostered a deeper sense of teamwork,” she said. “Seeing our efforts inspire others and create positive change is truly fulfilling, and it motivates me to keep pushing for innovative
Belinda Collins with a recyclable bag she made
NSLHDNEWS | ISSUE 19| 4 OCTOBER 2024
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