Tue 27 Oct · 6:30pm
The Winery · Surry Hills
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Talks on Tuesdays is a live event series bringing big ideas, real experts, and curious minds together - at your favourite local venues. Think thought-provoking lectures, audience questions, and post-talk mingling over drinks and dinner.
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Event Schedule:
6.30pm Arrival & Doors Open
7pm Lecture Starts
7.45pm Q&A
8pm Talk Concludes
8.30pm Event Closes.
*Please arrive close to 6.30pm
A La Carte menu and full bar available throughout the night - pay as you go.
Your Topic:
The Nurse's Tale: Forgotten Stories from Australia's History:
History is often told through famous names and major events, but some of the most remarkable stories belong to nurses whose contributions have been largely forgotten. In this talk, I will share the lives of some of my favourite nurses from history, including Aboriginal nurses who provided care despite significant barriers and discrimination, convict nurses who worked within the colonial health system, and some of Australia's first Nightingale-trained nurses.
Drawing on historical research, the presentation will explore these women's diverse experiences, the challenges they faced, and their lasting impact on nursing and healthcare in Australia. Their stories offer a fascinating insight into resilience, service, and the ways nursing has shaped Australian society.
Quick answers
When is The Nurse's Tale: Forgotten Stories from Australia's History:?
Tue 27 Oct 2026, 6:30pm.
Where is it?
The Winery, Surry Hills, NSW.
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