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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 18h

Te Aka Tauwhiro session highlight: Keeping training interesting. Get inspired to pursue interests, paths and ideas outside of clinical practice Te Aka Tauwhiro, Anaesthesia Trainee Meeting 📅 27-28 November 2026 📍 Tāhuna Queenstown Check out the full programme and register: buff.ly/axQe0To

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Applications close tomorrow! There's still time to apply. Find out more and apply now: www.anaesthesiaeducation.org.nz/application-... This Scholarship is administered by the Aotearoa NZ Anaesthetists Education Committee - a joint subcommittee of the NZSA and NZ National Committee of ANZCA.

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BWT Ritchie Scholarship applications | ANZAEC

Find out more and apply now.

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Ross Kennedy @rrk310.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Tho I think I find myself impressed by the display (& taking multiple photos) every year

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Bart Janssen @bjjanssen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

This is the thing for me The TPU and it's associated ilk don't want Aotearoa to be an inclusive broadly socialist society And yet most folk who live here - live here precisely because we are a broadly socialist society So instead of just leaving the TPU are trying to break our society

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Brad Company @waeherebro.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

For those in the back: The total amount the New Zealand government has spent on all historical Waitangi Tribunal settlements over the last 30+ years is less than the cost of a single year of the 2024 tax cuts for Landlords.

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Our sincere thanks to the Pacific Society of Anaesthetists for welcoming the NZSA to your Annual Conference this week. Congratulations on a great meeting. E mihi nui ana mō tō mahi, thanks also to the volunteer locums whose helps made it possible for our Pacific colleagues to attend.

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SpecsChic: Show me cats! I love real specs, not perve glasses! @specschic.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

This CoC sure have had terrible luck with how documents are handled in their offices. Showing up mysteriously on desks, or not turning up at all.

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D Jukic She/her @dejanajuk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

“What can I do to lower the risk of catching it? Vaccination is recommended for everyone over the age of six months.” So making it less accessible is a serious and reprehensible act by the Government. The epidemic is on them imo. The overcrowding of hospitals and unnecessary deaths. They are Boris.

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New Zealand’s later-than-usual 2026 influenza spike, explained

Flu season has arrived late this year, and EDs are chocka. Here's what you need to know.

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André Brett @drdrehistorian.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

But, look, it's motonormativity in action: he views the cars as natural and the bike lane as an unwelcome intrusion, so although the big boxes of metal take up the most space, move the fastest, add to noise pollution, and create the biggest hazards, he's upset about the people on bikes

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Carl Horsley @carlhorsley.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Middlemore has always been a bellwether for the wider system. Previous ED targets had some impact due to frontline driven improvements, relatively high staff morale and supported with additional resources. These are not the conditions currently. #nzpol www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland/...

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Auckland hospital hits 'terrifying' record as patients treated in corridors

Healthcare workers say the 'broken' system is 'on the brink of collapse'.

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

A big week ahead - wishing all of the Trainees sitting tomorrow's written and next week's Primary written exams the very best. Waimarie pai - Good luck

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

ANZTADC, the home of WebAIRS, are hosting two webinars on using the ANZCA library's resources and performing basic literature searches. Mon 17 August & Mon 7 September, 7.30-8.30pm (NZT) Join them on Zoom: Links listed from the NZSA website here: anaesthesia.nz/events/anzta...

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

There are still spaces available at this year's Northland Regional Anaesthesia Workshop (RAW)! 📅 30 October - 1 November 📍 Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Northland Find out more: anaesthesia.nz/events/north...

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Susanna Stanford @susannastanford.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

One phrase in particular stayed with me, ‘In all professions, the vast majority of people want to do a good job. The question is how do you reach the arrogant, complacent and lazy? That’s the difficult bit.’ 10/

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Our CSC 2026 workshops are filling up fast! Make sure to register to attend these fantastic sessions so you don't miss out! Combined Scientific Congress 2026 (CSC26) Proudly hosted by the ASA & the NZSA 📍 Hunter Valley, NSW 📅 8–11 October 2026 Check out the full programme: csc2026.com.au/program

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David Clegg @delphijunkie.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I think you miss my point. I will not be taking lectures on trust in government from a MP who is performing ideological moves that are the antithesis of what he is preaching.

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Learn practical mental skills that can help you thrive during training and be efficient in your study and testing at our next webinar. With Guest Speakers, Performance Psychologists Drs Patsy and Kell Tremayne, join us, Wed August 5, 7pm. Register now [anaesthesia.nz/news/webinar22026]

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SPANZA @spanzaorg.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🎓 Workshops now open for SPANZA ANZAPS 2026! Boost your skills with hands-on paediatric anaesthesia sessions. Limited spots—book when you register or update your booking. 👉 willorganise-spanza-anzaps-2026.eventsair.site #SPANZAANZAPS26OOL

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

CSC 26 Early Bird registration ends TOMORROW - don't miss out! Book now: csc2026.com.au/ Combined Scientific Congress 2026 Proudly hosted by the ASA & NZSA. Hunter Valley, NSW 8–11 October 2026 Register before June 30th and go in the draw to win 1 of 2 ASA NSC 2027 Japan Congress Registrations!

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Specifically designed for trainees, Te Aka Tauwhiro programme offers talks from a range of Aotearoa anaesthetists and experts. Check it out [www.tauwhiro.anaesthesia.nz/program…] Early bird registration is open!

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SPANZA @spanzaorg.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

📢 Abstracts now open for SPANZA ANZAPS 2026! Submit by midnight AEST, Mon 6 July 2026. Share your research & innovations in paediatric anaesthesia with peers. Don’t miss out—submit today 👉 willorganise-spanza-anzaps-2026.eventsair.site/abstract-sub... #SPANZAANZAPS26OOL

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Early bird registration for Te Aka Tauwhiro, Aotearoa Trainee Meeting is open! The programme is designed specifically for trainees to offer valuable learning that complies with the scholar role meeting requirements. [www.tauwhiro.anaesthesia.nz/programme] 27-28 November 2026 Tāhuna, Queenstown

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Ben Ross @benakl.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Remember "apparently" 👇

Public investment
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Wasteful Subsidy
Apparently

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Rhea Liang @liangrhea.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Good points being made. 1. It is not 'political' to expect cultural safety in healthcare. It is a human right for all. 2. Setting a precedent for overturning Medical council advice because they don't align with your politics is, well... Trumpian. www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/...

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Doctor hits out at minister's replacement of Medical Council leadership

"Sorry minister, culturally safe care is not going to go away just because you don't like it," says the head of the union for senior doctors.

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Rhea Liang @liangrhea.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Dr Rachelle Love, the first woman Māori ENT surgeon in the world, will remain highly regarded in the medical community. But not this tiny man and his government's actions to worsen the health of all NZers. Bring on the November election! 😤🗳 www.stuff.co.nz/politics/360...

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Simeon Brown removes Medical Council leaders over ‘idealogical agenda’

Health Minister Simeon Brown has replaced the leadership of the Medical Council, saying the regulator has become distracted by politics and ideological issues.

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Australian Society of Anaesthetists @asa-australia.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Calling all researchers! Abstracts submission are closing soon! Submission deadline: Monday 15 June 2026 For more information on abstract submission guidelines, presentation formats and prize descriptions, please visit csc2026.com.au/call-for-abstracts #CSC26 #ASA #NZSA #Anaesthesia

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Calling all researchers! CSC26 Abstract submissions close on Monday! Submissions are open in the following categories: ✍️John Ritchie NZSA Prize ✍️CSC Trainee Member Group (TMG) Best Poster Prize ✍️CSC Trainee Member Audit/Survey Prize For more info visit [ csc2026.com.au/call-for-abs... ]

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Early bird registration is open! The NZSA is excited to host this new meeting exclusively for anaesthesia trainees. Te Aka Tauwhiro Friday 27 - Saturday 28 November 2026 Millennium Hotel, Tāhuna Queenstown Register now [www.tauwhiro.anaesthesia.nz/registr…]

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Applications are open for the BWT Ritchie Scholarship towards an international fellowship in 2027. Apply now [www.anaesthesiaeducation.org.nz/bwt…] Applications close September 30 2026

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

In the latest issue of Te Puna Kairehu, NZSA Trainee Rep Dr Anne Chiang discusses the influence of the broader currents of change on training and the important network of people who deliver the lessons that can't be written down. Read more at [kairehu.anaesthesia.nz/traineeapril…]

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Carl T. Bergstrom @carlbergstrom.com · 06/06/2026

The criticism of Trump, Kennedy, and Bhattacharya that was so subversive that the ADA had to eject the Editor-in-Chief of their flagship journal from their annual meeting for sharing it? Prior today it had fewer than 1000 views. Do your thing.

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ANZCA @anzca.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Registration for the 2026 ANZCA CTN Strategic Research workshop is now open! Join us on the sunny Gold Coast on 21-23 August to collaborate on new trial designs, explore cutting-edge methodology, and strengthen connections across our network. Register now: bit.ly/4tMGpEo #CTN2026

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Ross Kennedy @rrk310.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

My take from this was how much the GEF (carbon footprint of the local grid) is the elephant in the room, and that debates over 4 v 6 lpm with TIVA are (almost) irrelevant v working to change the energy mix. #AnSky

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Sacha @sachadylan.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

'[Minister] Potaka said the branding changes were intended to create "clearer and more consistent public-facing branding" and did not mean te reo Māori was "secondary or unimportant".' Putting it last and making it smaller does exactly that, you clown. #NzPol

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Te reo Māori advocate Vincent Olsen-Reeder criticises govt branding changes

Advocate Dr Vincent Olsen-Reeder (Tauranga Moana, Te Arawa) believes the shift sends a damaging message about te reo Māori.

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Tonight! There's still time to register Webinar: Te reo Māori in a clinical setting, with guest speaker Ella Sargent from Manawa Māori. Tues 19 May, 6.30pm Register [anaesthesia.nz/news/webinar12026]

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David Slack @davidslack.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We have changed from a country where most everyone got served a reasonable helping to one where now the favoured get extra large plates groaning with more than anyone could eat and the majority get slops on smaller cardboard ones

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Have you registered for our webinar: Te reo Māori in a clinical setting? Guest speaker Ella Sargent, Director Manawa Māori 📅Tues 19 May, 6.30pm ✔️Register now [anaesthesia.nz/news/webinar12026] This is an NZSA member-exclusive webinar.

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Webinar: Te reo Māori in a clinical setting | The New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists

Webinar: Te reo Māori in a clinical setting | Read this article and more updates from The New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists .

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Trainees - Applications close tomorrow (10/05) at 11.59pm Last chance to apply for the NZSA's Global Health Committee Trainee Grant toward attending the Pacific Society of Anaesthetists Meeting, 31 August - 4 September in Fiji. Get all the details [anaesthesia.nz/news/ghctrainee]

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Dr Magpie @lightfootsj.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

#Asm26Akl @anzca.bsky.social Environmental Sustainability Network session: Time to decommission leaking hospital reticulated pipeline nitrous oxide systems. It’s a win for the environment and saves a heck of a lot of money. #climatechange #climatehealth @archiecurium.bsky.social

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Dr Magpie @lightfootsj.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

#Asm26Akl Post-op delirium impacts approx 7% of all surgical patients. A not insignificant number (#doublenegative 😬). Pre-op risk factors seem pretty logical really. @anzca.bsky.social

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Ross Kennedy @rrk310.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

And telling us we need to learn how to avoid giving some twice as much as they need & a few not enough…

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Dr Mary-Ann Fox BMBS FANZCA GChPOM @maffygirl.medsky.social · 01/05/2026

Plenary session. Welcome, welcome, welcome!! #asm26akl @anzca.bsky.social

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The War on Cars @thewaroncars.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Live every month like it's Bike Month.

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ANZCA @anzca.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

ICYMI: Our scientific convenor Dr Marta Seretny had a chat about #ASM26AKL and #anaesthesia on #RNZNights with Emile Donovan in the studio last night: tinyurl.com/2k28jp94, straight after Emile's interview with former NZ PM Helen Clark.😀

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Ross Kennedy @rrk310.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Pleased to see a bsky portal integrated into the meeting app

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Webinar: Te reo Māori in a clinical setting, with guest speaker Ella Sargent, Director of Manawa Māori Tues 19 May, 6.30pm Register now [anaesthesia.nz/news/webinar12026] This is an NZSA Member exclusive webinar

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Anaesthesia trainees! Fill in your interest to come to Te Aka Tauwhiro in Queenstown, and we'll keep in touch when registrations open! [www.tauwhiro.anaesthesia.nz]. Join us 27-28 November in Queenstown!

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New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists @thenzsa.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Applications open next week, April 21, for this year's Real World Anaesthesia Course (RWAC2026). 26-30 October 2026 - Melbourne Spaces are limited to just 20. Keep an eye out on socials and the Australian Society of Anaesthetists website for the application form.

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