Top nursing honour for Professor Margaret Murphy Northern Sydney Local Health District’s Professor of Emergency and Critical Care,
Adjunct Professor Claire Harris described the honour as “a moment of immense pride for NSLHD and reflects a career dedicated to advancing excellence in emergency and critical care nursing.” Within NSLHD, Margaret has played a significant role in fostering a culture of inquiry and evidence-based practice, supporting clinicians to translate research into better care for
Professor Margaret Murphy, has received one of emergency nursing’s highest accolades, being named the 2026 Australasian Emergency Nurse of the Year by the College of Emergency Nursing Australasia (CENA). This prestigious award recognises excellence in emergency care and celebrates emergency nurses who have made an outstanding contribution to patient care, professional practice, quality improvement, education and leadership within the specialty. Margaret Murphy is widely respected across the nursing profession for her leadership, scholarship and dedication to advancing emergency nursing practice. In her role as Professor of Emergency and Critical Care, a conjoint appointment between Northern Sydney Local Health District and the University of Technology Sydney, she has built an impressive reputation as a researcher, clinician and mentor, helping shape the future of emergency and critical care nursing. Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery,
patients and communities. A well-deserved honour, this award celebrates Margaret’s exceptional leadership and the lasting difference she has made to patients, nurses and healthcare across our district.
Professor Margaret Murphy
Catching waves, building connections with Silver Surfers A group of Northern Beaches locals aged 55 and over are proving that you’re never too old to catch a wave, make new friends and embrace a healthy, active lifestyle with the Silver Surfers program. their lives,” he said. The program aims to support a range of health and wellbeing outcomes, including increased physical activity, improved mobility and
fitness, better mental wellbeing, greater ocean confidence and stronger social connections.
Funded by Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD), the popular community initiative brings together movement, ocean adventure and social connection in a fun and supportive environment. Delivered by MWP Care, Manly Surf School and Surfers for Climate, Silver Surfers is designed to help older people stay active, build confidence and improve their wellbeing through a unique mix of bodyboarding, beach-based exercise, breathwork and social engagement. Donning a pink rashie to launch the initiative was Simon Radmore, NSLHD executive director of strategy and office of the chief executive. “We know that good health is about more than treating illness or injury. It is also about creating opportunities for people to stay active, connected, and engaged in the things that enrich
L-R: NSLHD Executive members Thomas Opie, Simon Radmore and Sophie Whitaker
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