Hello FELLOW CRANA Members!
Six months ago I couldn’t have greeted you as such. The Constitutional change in 2008 means the CRANA membership base is broader now. CRANA welcomes health providers working in remote and isolated Australia and her Territories and also those individuals and organisations that support CRANAís objectives. See our website for criteria & more details.
In the newly created role of Business Manager, I know I have come at a significant and exciting time in the history of the organisation. My directive is to expand the profile of CRANA and look at business opportunities that will enable us to offer more to our members.
Response to our special membership offer has proved popular with many members rejoining and new members coming on board, but we need more!
An association is only as strong as itís membership base.
We encourage you to spread the word to your co-workers about your grassroots organisation and the benefits of membership. CRANA offers advocacy, support and professional development to members, and with CRANA representation on more than 20 committees nationally, this means CRANA is well placed to have a significant voice on behalf of remote health.
Are you contemplating a REC or MEC Course or an update this year? If so, please book early as these courses are in hot demand with several courses already heavily booked weeks in advance or FULL!
Donít forget your membership discounts!
Discounts apply to courses and the Annual Conference- October 14-17 in Alice Springs. This yearís theme is ì Remote Health-Unveiling the Mystery.î Regine, (Conference coordinator), and our admin staff work tirelessly to deliver great conferences. It promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If youíve never attended a CRANA Conference before or havenít been to one for a while, then this is the year to do it. Get a friend, family or a co-worker to the conference with you. Submit a paper! Come and be inspired, challenged or invigorated in the wonderful atmosphere of camaraderie that this event generates. Catch up with people you havenít seen for years or make new friends and contacts. Join us to celebrate the extraordinary work of remote health professionals like yourself and network against the backdrop of the spectacular McDonnell Ranges! If past years are any indication we guarantee youíll have a great time.
Watch our website for updates. Conference discounts apply for ëearly birdí bookings!
I think thatís probably it for now but please use the forum and let us know what we can do for you - our members.
Cheers,
Anne-Marie Borchers.
business@crana.org.au
0408 839 723
