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25.01.2022 RSA Members COVID-19 Discussion Forum is now available via the RSA web site. This is an exclusive opportunity for members to ask questions, raise concerns, share information or discuss clinical issues relating to COVID-19. Visit the RSA web site, login and access the forum - https://www.renalsociety.org/membership/discussion-forum/

25.01.2022 Kidney Health Australia (KHA) has been in constant contact with its stakeholders to keep up to date with the latest on COVID-19 and how it affects our community. With kidney transplants now resuming, tonights webinar at 7.00pm AEST will discuss changes and what it means to have a transplant in the COVID-19 era. Register to attend this KHA webinar at www.kidney.org.au/register

25.01.2022 Deadline for abstracts for the 2020 RSA Annual Conference has been extended to midnight on Monday 24 February -- this is a strict deadline and no further extensions will be available. Our thanks to those who have already submitted abstracts - we have received a wide range of quality submissions to date. With a fantastic line-up of invited speakers already secured and high quality abstract submissions received to date, we know you will want to be part of the 2020 RSA Annual Conference in Melbourne by delivering an oral presentation or poster. #RSA2020 https://www.renalsociety.org//2020-an/abstract-submission/

25.01.2022 COVID-19 preparedness - call for nursing staff to travel interstate. The ANZSN COVID-19 Working Group are calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from nurses who would be prepared to travel interstate and work at hospitals suffering staffing shortages, during the COVID-19 crisis. All EOIs should be emailed to [email protected] prior to Thursday, 23 April 2020.

24.01.2022 Wow ... what a great start to the RSA Virtual Conference as we heard a motivational address from Catherine DeVrye. Next was the 2021 RSA Awards program, and I am delighted to share news of the award recipients -- Branch Awards to Kim Grimley (NSW/ACT), Jason Wei (NZ), Jenny Best (QLD), Jane Maberley (SA/NT), Kristen Schuck (VIC) and Paulo Mapa (WA) -- Clinical Excellence, Caroline Hombarume (NT) -- Education Excellence, Monica Schoch (VIC) -- Practice Advancement, Pauline Byrne (NSW) ... and the winner of the RSA Award is the amazing Monica Schoch. Congratulations to Monica and ALL award recipients and nominees .... as our President Jon Hosking stated, "Congratulations to all of you for what you do to keep our Society dynamic and strong at the grass roots!"

23.01.2022 The final session for day 2 is underway, and it has been an action-packed day for delegates, speakers and sponsors. Day 3 will kick off at 7.15am AEST with Dr Surgit Tarafdar presenting on an "Introduction to Peritoneal Dialysis in the Australian Healthcare System" at the breakfast workshop sponsored by Vifor Pharma. Grab your coffee and toast ... sit back and enjoy :) PS - changing out of your PJs is optional.

23.01.2022 Do you know or are you a humble hero in the eyes of patients? RSAs new Clinical Excellence Award acknowledges caring in action by a clinician or health practitioner who advocates for the patient in all aspects of care. This includes recognition for the nominees mastery of critical thinking, interpersonal skills, professionalism and humanism. Self nominate or nominate a RSA member for this or other 2020 RSA Awards. Nominations close 3 July. https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

22.01.2022 RSA President, Fiona Donnelly is a panellist on this upcoming EDTNA/ERCA webinar - Shared Vision of COVID19: experience in renal units across the world. You are invited to register to attend this live webinar to be held on Thursday, 23 July at 10.00pm AEST / 12.00am NZST - https://register.gotowebinar.com/regist/1749342099604543759. For those who are not night-owls, the recording of this webinar will be made available on EDTNA/ERCA website following the event.

22.01.2022 2020 RSA Awards - Honouring Excellence. Shine a light on those RSA members who have made a difference. Nominating a colleague has never been easier. Self-nominations also apply in some award categories. Nominations close on 3 July 2020. Find out more at https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

22.01.2022 2020 RSA Award & Education Excellence Award recipient Angela Henson (centre) is congratulated by her Princess Alexandra Hospital colleagues - Veronica Oliver (NP & RSA Qld Branch Committee) and Adriana Hada (Assistant Director of Nursing: Ambulatory, Renal & Chronic-Div of Medicine).

20.01.2022 On this International Nurses Day, consider shining a light on the contributions of a colleague in the 2020 RSA Awards - https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

19.01.2022 RSA President, Fiona Donnelly was a panellist on the recent EDTNA/ERCA webinar - A Shared Vision of the COVID19 Experience in Renal Units across the World. We invite you to watch the video recording of this webinar that is now available on the EDTNA/ERCA YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWaqgqOkDV8&feature=youtu.be

19.01.2022 Introducing the RSA Education Excellence Award which acknowledges the central role of education in the ability to practice effectively. It follows that optimally educated clinicians begets optimal patient care. RSA wishes to recognise and reward an individual educator who performs to a high standard to uphold the virtue of quality care for people with kidney disease. Please shine a light on someone who deserves this award by submitting a nomination before the deadline on 3 July. https://www.renalsociety.org//education-excellence-award-/

19.01.2022 We are pleased to announce the RSA Branch Virtual Symposia Series. Held over seven nights across the first two weeks in November 2020, each RSA Branch will host a 2-hour webinar program featuring high-calibre speakers presenting on diverse and contemporary topics associated with advancing renal care. You can choose to attend one - or all - of the Symposium events. Registration is free for RSA members, whereas a registration fee shall be payable for non-members. SAVE THE DATES - registration will open shortly. Visit the RSA Calendar of Events for dates and times - https://www.renalsociety.org/education/calendar/

19.01.2022 Introducing the 2020 RSA Practice Advancement Award. Whether a novice or veteran, this award recognises a RSA members innovative solutions, practices or initiatives through participation or leading research that can or has made a positive impact on the renal community and improved the lives of people with kidney disease. Self nominate or member nomination via the online form before 3 July -- https://www.renalsociety.org//practice-advancement-award-/

19.01.2022 2020 RSA Awards - Honouring Excellence. Shine a light on those RSA members who have made a difference during good or challenging times. The Board has expanded the awards program to further recognise outstanding achievement by members across a number of key areas to advance the care of people with kidney disease. It is easy to nominate with category winners announced at the RSA Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 2020. Find out more at https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

18.01.2022 Lets celebrate our colleagues and people doing really good things in the renal community -- great words from Jon Hosking (RSA Board member) for RSA members to get behind the 2020 RSA Awards program. Last week to submit a nomination -- https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

17.01.2022 RSA Member Survey is closing soon. Dont miss out on the chance to have your say and opt-in to win one of two $50 Visa gift cards. We ask RSA members to take a few minutes to complete the survey as your responses will assist the RSA in assessing your needs, evaluating current performance to meet or exceed your expectations, and identifying areas for future improvement. Complete the member survey -- https://www.renalsociety.org/members/2019-20-member-survey/

17.01.2022 Registrations open for RSA Anaemia Management in Chronic Kidney Disease Workshop. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is an ever-evolving disease with new information being published and care expanding regularly. Anaemia is a common consequence of CKD and the Anaemia Management in Chronic Kidney Disease Workshop series is designed to provide an overview of the fundamentals of renal anaemia and its implications for CKD patients, including management options. RSA members and non-members are welcome to attend -- https://www.renalsociety.org/education/calendar/

16.01.2022 Over the past fortnight, the RSA Branch Virtual Symposia Series delivered seven sessions, over 13 hours of professional learning and introduced 27 speakers to many, many hundreds of attendees from across Australia and New Zealand. Huge thanks to each Branch Committee for their passion and commitment to produce a program of insightful topics and engaging speakers. Our sincere gratitude to the speakers who shared their knowledge and experience -- and their time! And, of course, it wouldn't be an event without an audience -- thank you to everyone who connected throughout the Series.

16.01.2022 The BEAT-CKD Annual Research Forum is for patients, family members, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers with an interest in conducting and implementing research to improve outcomes for people with chronic kidney disease. Details at - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beat-ckd-annual-research-forum

15.01.2022 Enhance your career potential in 2020, with a healthcare sector female leaders scholarship. Partial scholarships of $2,000 - $5,000 are available to women in the healthcare sector. The scholarships assist female leaders to take part in career building leadership courses. Register your interest by Friday 20th of March and take the next step in your leadership career. Courses and scholarships available for all management levels. Find out more - https://www.wla.edu.au/health.html

13.01.2022 Do you want to know more about what to eat if you have PKD? Do you want to hear what is fact and what is fiction when it comes to food, diet and nutrition? Want an update on latest diet related research? Register for this PKD Australia webinar presented by DR Kelly Lambert to hear more.

12.01.2022 Join us this PKD Awareness Day to bring much needed attention to Polycystic Kidney Disease and the impact it has on Australians. https://pkdaustralia.org/pkd-awareness-day/

12.01.2022 2019-2020 was a year in which the RSA achieved some amazing highs and rallied together in our determination to overcome horrific Australasian and global events. Read the RSA 2019-20 Annual Report for all the details. https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/annual-reports/

12.01.2022 RSA Board member, Paul Bennett shares a short message about the RSA Branch Symposia Virtual Series 2020 to be held over 7 nights between 3-12 November 2020. Each 2-hour Symposium session will be hosted by a Branch of the Society. Sessions will be free to RSA members. Stay tuned for program details and registrations opening. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylsQMMBwg40

12.01.2022 Be part of your local RSA Branch Committee! The RSA Board is calling for expressions of interest from RSA members wishing to become more involved in their local Branch Committees for the coming year. Branch Committees are made up of a small group of local enthusiastic RSA members. With the support of the RSA Office, these committees are the driving force behind the annual symposium days that are run under the RSA banner across Australia and New Zealand. It is rewarding to be part of a RSA Branch Committee, with numerous friendships and network opportunities established. Please submit your nomination by Tuesday, 10 March. https://www.renalsociety.org//2020%20Branch%20Committee%20

10.01.2022 The ANZSN COVID-19 Working Group are happy to support small dialysis units struggling to prepare COVID-19 action plans, or have worries or concerns regarding the virus. Email your request for assistance to [email protected]

10.01.2022 What a mammoth morning of sharing information, knowledge and experiences. Fiona Donnelly shared her personal transplant journey in her "On the other side of the fence" session. No doubt many of those watching were reaching for the tissues as Fiona told us her raw and inspiring story ... with numerous delegates echoing gratitude to Fiona. And, the virtual clapping continued when Fiona was inducted as a RSA Life Member at the annual general meeting. Congratulations Fiona on all you have - and will continue to - achieve.

09.01.2022 Day 3 of the 2021 RSA Virtual Conference is overflowing learnings for our delegates. If you haven't already, drop in to chat with Sponsors and Exhibitors in their virtual booth. Tune in to the closing ceremony at 11.00am to discover our destination for the 2022 RSA Conference ...

09.01.2022 Registration is now open for the RSA Branch Virtual Symposia Series. With over 20 presentations to be delivered across seven Branch Symposium to be held between 3-12 November, you have the choice to attend any Symposium of interest to you - no matter where you are located. FREE for RSA members, non-members are welcome (registration fee will apply). You're invited to browse the program and to register - https://www.renalsociety.org/educat/branch-symposia-series/

09.01.2022 A video message from Jon Hosking - the newly-appointed President of the Renal Society of Australasia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxhCzG49a_A&t=149s

09.01.2022 Were getting behind the new awareness campaign by Kidney Health Australia - Life with #nofilter

07.01.2022 Members of the Renal Society of Australasia are cordially invited to the 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM) where members will be updated on the Societys activities and outcomes for 2019-2020. The AGM will be held via Zoom meeting on Tuesday 25 August 2020 at 6.00pm AEST / 8.00pm NZT. Winners of the various categories of the 2020 RSA Awards program - including the prestigious RSA Award - will be announced at the AGM too. Following the AGM, remain connected to hear from and chat with our international speaker from Aarhus University Denmark, Dr Jeanette Finderup on the topic of Choice of dialysis modality. Register to attend - https://www.renalsociety.org//rsa-2020-annual-general-meet

07.01.2022 Are you one of the 1,000+ registrants who has signed up to attend the RSA Branch Virtual Symposia Series? No? Well it's not too late to register to hear over 20 presentations to be delivered across seven x 2-hour Branch Symposium to be held between 3-12 November. FREE for RSA members, non-members are welcome (registration fee will apply). Browse the program and register - https://www.renalsociety.org/educ.../branch-symposia-series/

07.01.2022 Last chance for RSA members to register to hear from international speaker from Aarhus University Denmark, Dr Jeanette Finderup on the Choice of Dialysis Modality: patients experiences and quality of decision after shared decision-making. This short presentation will be held at the conclusion of the 2020 RSA Annual General Meeting which is being held on Tuesday 25 August 2020, commencing at 6.00pm AEST / 8.00pm NZT. Further details - https://www.renalsociety.org//rsa-2020-annual-general-meet

07.01.2022 As announced at last nights AGM, the RSA Board of Directors 2020-21 will consist of Jon Hosking - President, Leanne Brown - Vice President, Debbie Fortnum - Vice President, Paul Bennett, Fiona Donnelly, Anna Lee, Andrew Phillips, Debbie Turner and Edward Zimbudzi. In a message to members, the newly-appointed President, Jon Hosking acknowledged the tireless work of Fiona Donnelly during her four years as President. He added, that he was really honoured to have been elected as the RSA President and looks forward to serving members of the Society.

06.01.2022 Call for RSA Board nominations is now open. Join us in leading the RSA into the future. This is an esteemed role and rewarding opportunity for RSA members to draw upon and advance existing skills and experience in financial acumen, strategic planning, business development, relationship building and more. Nominations close 5pm AEST on 30 June 2020. Find out more at https://www.renalsociety.org///call-for-board-nominations/

06.01.2022 The National (Aust) Strategic Action Plan for Kidney Disease was launched on World Kidney Day, 12 March 2020. The Action Plan provides a blueprint for transforming kidney disease in Australia over the next 10 years. The next phase is implementation. Minister Katie Allen MP, Member for Higgins, officially launched the Action Plan on behalf of the Australian Minister for Health, Hon Greg Hunt MP. Katie Allen was a paediatrician who has a lived experience of kidney disease (me...mbers of her family) so it was fitting that she was able to do the announcement. It was a fantastic morning with around 30 guests including kidney patients, carers, health professionals, chronic disease alliance partners and friends, plus of course, Kidney Health Australia (KHA) staff. This great representation from every sector of our community was a reflection of the importance of the Action Plan for our community. Read the Action Plan at https://www.health.gov.au//national-strategic-action-plan-

06.01.2022 Another busy program at the 2021 RSA Virtual Conference tomorrow, starting with the breakfast workshop sponsored by AstraZeneca - Early detection of CKD in Australia - the pivotal role of nurses with speakers Dr Leanne Brown & Graeme Turner. A reminder that RSA members are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting at 10.00am - make sure you register at https://www.renalsociety.org/education/calendar/ - to receive the Zoom link. (Note: The AGM is not accessible via the Conference platform.) Look forward to you joining us tomorrow.

05.01.2022 The deadline for the 2020 RSA Awards is getting closer! Nominations for the five awards will close on Friday, 3 July 2020 at 5.00pm AEST. Shine a light on your colleagues by recognising and celebrating their contribution and achievement. https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/

03.01.2022 Australians are encouraged to register to be an organ and tissue donor, and to have a chat about it with their family and friends. While the majority of Australians believe its important to be an organ and tissue donor, only one in three are registered!

03.01.2022 RSA Member Survey -- your feedback really matters. Respondents can opt-in to win one of two $50 Visa gift cards. RSA members across Australia and New Zealand are invited to participate in the annual RSA Membership Satisfaction Survey. As a valued member, your responses will assist the RSA in assessing your needs, evaluating current performance to meet or exceed your expectations, and identifying areas for future improvement. This survey takes around 5 minutes to complete - with mainly multi-choice responses with additional comments optional. Complete the member survey -- https://www.renalsociety.org/members/2019-20-member-survey/

02.01.2022 2020 RSA Awards Honouring Excellence - online nominations are now open. In addition to the prestigious RSA Award & Branch Awards, the RSA Board has expanded the program to further recognise outstanding achievement by members across a number of key areas. Introducing the Clinical Excellence Award, Education Excellence Award & Practice Advancement Award. It is easy to nominate -- so dont delay as nominations will close on 22 April 2020. Find out more at https://www.renalsociety.org/about-rsa/2020-rsa-awards/