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13/07/2026

New Laser safety standard update video now available!
A new short Standard-specific update video is now available on the ACORN Standards Resources page to support understanding and implementation of the 2026 edition of the ACORN Standards.

This video is part of a new series that will explore each ACORN Standard individually, providing practical guidance and key updates for perioperative teams.

Watch now and explore the supporting resources here: https://www.acorn.org.au/standards-resources-2026

01/07/2026

Sustainability was a key conversation at the ACORN 2026 Conference, including at the Multigate stand.
Delegates were highly engaged in conversations about sustainability - whether taking part in the CubeWare® 2.0 plastic reduction challenge, exploring the circularity journey of the Pro3 surgical gown, or hearing insights from Multigate and industry peers during the sustainability panel discussion. A common theme emerged: the importance of considering environmental impact across a product's entire lifecycle.

One insight that stood out and was captured by Multigate's live illustrator throughout the conference:
‘It helps me to know that sustainability is baked into the product.’
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared their perspectives, and helped make sustainability one of the many valuable conversations taking place across the ACORN 2026 Conference.

01/07/2026

🎧 NEW PODCAST: Minds On, Gloves Off

We’re kicking things off with an inspiring first episode featuring Christine Ayton — NSW’s first fully accredited nurse endoscopist.

From regional beginnings to pioneering nurse-led endoscopy, Christine shares her journey, the challenges she faced, and how her work is helping improve access to care and reduce waiting lists.

💬 Real talk on:
✔️ Breaking new ground in nursing
✔️ Training and career pathways
✔️ Working across teams
✔️ Making a difference in regional healthcare

This is an honest, practical conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎙️ Listen now
www.acorn.org.au/podcast

01/07/2026

🎓✨ How can virtual reality transform undergraduate nursing education?

Join us for this new webinar with Marlén Orsina as she presents findings from her multimethod study, "Using Virtual Reality to Teach Intraoperative Nursing in Undergraduate Nursing Programs."

Discover how immersive virtual reality experiences can enhance student learning, build confidence, and provide valuable exposure to the perioperative environment before entering clinical practice.

Available now on the ACORN Website - www.acorn.org.au/acorn-member-only-webinars

Free for all ACORN members.

01/07/2026

NOW LIVE! The 2026 edition of the ACORN Standards is now available via the ACORN website and existing organisational IP access set-ups.

Developed to support safe, evidence-based perioperative practice, the updated Standards continue to provide guidance for perioperative nurses and healthcare organisations across Australia.

Be sure to check out the ACORN Standards Launch video from Conference and explore the range of Standards resources available to support implementation: https://www.acorn.org.au/standards-resources-2026

01/07/2026

The new ACORN Surgical Hand Antisepsis, Gowning and Gloving posters are now available to download from the ACORN Standards Resources page.

Perfect for education, orientation and reinforcing evidence-based perioperative practice in your clinical areas, the posters are available in both A4 and A3 formats for easy printing and display.

Download your copies from the ACORN Standards Resources page: https://www.acorn.org.au/standards-resources-2026

02/02/2026

🌟 Happy International Perianaesthesia Nurses Week 2026! 🌟

This week, we celebrate the dedication, skill and compassion of perianaesthesia nurses.

💙 From pre-op to recovery and pain management, your expertise ensures safe, high-quality care for patients every step of the way.
ACORN thanks you for your commitment to excellence. Your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed!

🏆 Nominate an Outstanding Perianaesthesia Nurse! 🏆
During International Perianaesthesia Nurses Week, the ACORN G.A.S. Awards highlight those who advocate for patients and the future of perianaesthesia nursing.

These nurses are:
✨ Guiding novice nurses,
🤝 Approachable to colleagues, patients, and visitors, and
👀 Special in their ability to see the unseen.

Nominate your colleagues to go into the draw to win great prizes! 🎉
https://www.acorn.org.au/ipaw2026

👏 Tag a fellow perianaesthesia nurse to show your appreciation!

12/11/2025

🎉 Perioperative Nurses Week 🎉

This week we celebrate our amazing perioperative nurses, skilled, dedicated and full of heart. 💫

Thank you for everything you do, both behind the scenes and on the front lines, supporting our patients and teams every single day. 🙌

A special shoutout to our incredible technicians, orderlies, CSSD and clerical teams. Your teamwork and support make it all possible. 👏 💖

12/11/2025

This Perioperative Nurses Week, we’re celebrating the S.T.A.R.S of our perioperative teams.

🌟 Scrub/scout nurses – support surgeons by managing instruments with precision and care.
🌟 Technicians – theatre and sterilisation techs who make sure equipment is sparkling clean.
🌟 Anaesthetic nurses – keep patients safe and comfortable before, during and after anaesthesia.
🌟 Recovery nurses – reassures and cares for patients after surgery.
🌟 Support staff – administration, educators, managers and cleaners who keep theatres running smoothly.

They tackle everything from preoperative assessments to postoperative care, and everything in between.

We couldn’t 💙 them more!

12/11/2025