125 Years of Northern Sydney Home Nursing From humble beginnings to a burgeoning service, Northern Sydney Home Nursing Service has come a long way in its 125-year history.
community setting.” Northern Sydney Home Nursing service origins were tied to the Sydney District Nursing Association and it was founded in 1900 by the Anglican Christian Social Union to provide nursing care for the sick in their homes. This grew to become the Sydney Home Nursing Service in 1967, with the Northern Sydney Home Nursing Service eventually established as a vital part of the Northern Sydney Local Health District.
Reaching the milestone, past and present nurses, allied health clinicians and staff of the service came together to reminisce and celebrate at the Epping Club. Among the guests was former director of nursing, Linda Wadsworth who was with the service for 45 years. Joining her was Kim Field, former director of NSLHD primary and community health, who
kicked up her heels on the dance floor as staff let their hair down. NSLHD Executive Director, Nursing and Midwifery Claire Harris highlighted the critical role community nursing plays in healthcare. “As we plan for the future, there is an increasing focus on delivering treatment in people’s homes,” she said. “This service exemplifies the future of health care—providing care beyond the hospital walls.” “Such a large part of our district consists of people like you, caring for patients in their homes, in a
Northern Sydney Home Nursing Service celebrated 125 years
Butterflies take flight on NICU Graduation Wall Families of Royal North Shore Hospital’s tiniest patients now have a new way to celebrate their journey, with the unveiling of the Neonatal Intensive Unit (NICU) Graduation Wall.
Developed by the NORTH Foundation, the wall features colourful butterfly decals, each representing a baby who has spent time in the NICU. Families can make a donation to the NORTH Foundation, using the QR code displayed on the wall, choose a butterfly colour, and write a message before placing it on the wall as a symbol of hope, gratitude and new beginnings. Melissa and her daughter Mariah were among the first to take part. Born at just 27 weeks and weighing only 1.234 kilograms, Mariah spent her earliest weeks in the NICU. Melissa said she will always be thankful to the team who saved her daughter’s life and helped her family celebrate their first Christmas together. Every butterfly honours a story of strength, care and survival – and helps ensure more families can celebrate their own milestones in the future. Read Melissa and Mariah’s story here: https:// bit.ly/484rEpe
Melissa and her daughter Mariah
NSLHD NEWS | ISSUE 17| 19 SEPTEMBER 2025
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