New nurses and midwives start across Western Sydney

Around the state, more than 3,200 new graduate nurses and midwives will start at NSW public hospitals and health services.

For Western Sydney, this is the first of three intakes for the year, with nearly 300 new graduates will starting in 2026.

In this intake, the 61 registered nurses and 19 registered midwives will begin their careers at Auburn, Blacktown, Mount Druitt and Westmead Hospitals and within Integrated and Community Health. The remaining cohorts will start in March and May.

Registered midwife Dorsa Nematian chose midwifery because of her passion for the bond between a mother and child. For registered nurse Evelyn Binning, nursing is a family affair.

“My mum worked at Westmead for many years, she loved it, so it was always something I wanted to do.”

She said.

District Executive Director for Nursing and Midwifery, Maria Lingam was one of the first to greet the graduates during their orientation at Westmead Hospital.

“I’m delighted to welcome our new nurses and midwives to our amazing Western Sydney team.”

She encouraged the new starters to be curious, ask questions and help Western Sydney maintain excellence in nursing and midwifery. In return, the District will invest in their future and provide development opportunities.

“We want you to grow your career here, at Western Sydney.” She said.

Josh Meehan is the District’s Acting Workforce Initiatives Nurse Manager. He’s part of the team leading the orientation for the new graduates.

“After months of communicating via email, it’s been wonderful to meet the new starters and to see their excitement and enthusiasm.”

In addition to the comprehensive orientation, Josh said the new nurses and midwives are supported throughout the next 12 months and beyond.

“Across the 12 months, they have two clinical placements, facilitated study days, clinical supervision, education and access to mentors. It’s an exciting time.”

WSLHD extends a warm welcome to all new nurses and midwives starting in 2026.