Amazing Nurse Stories | Nursing Australia Summer Series 2026

This summer, the Nursing Australia Podcast presents a special three-part Summer Series: Amazing Nurse Stories — profiling some of the most inspiring nurses of 2025 and the real-world impact they’re making across Australian healthcare.

Suzanne Blackeby is back too! She co-hosts with Matt throughout the all Summer Series eps - yay!! 🎉🏄🏼‍♀️🍸

We've saved the best 'til last.

Episode three features Matthew Fox, winner of the 2025 APNA Graduate Nurse of the Year Award. Matt transitioned to nursing in his late 20s after a life-changing event.

Five years ago, he could never have imagined himself working as a practice nurse in regional NSW and being the winner of an APNA award.

Today, that’s exactly where he is. Along the way, Matt has tapped into a deep passion for nursing and primary healthcare that’s opened up a new sense of direction. In this episode, he reflects on small-town ideals, the tunnel-vision that helped him stay focused through change, and the goals still pulling him forward.

Help - the Matts are taking over!

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Hosted & Produced by: Matthew St Ledger & Leith Alexander
Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger