Welcome

SAON is an association advancing the quality of Orthopaedic health care provided to the community and promoting orthopaedic nursing as a specialty.

We have regular meetings for members where the latest developments in Orthopaedic nursing are presented.

Our members represent a diverse range of care settings- including public and private hospitals, Rehabilitation centres, Universities and Country Hospitals.

By joining SAON, you automatically become a member of ANZONA (Australian & New Zealand Orthopaedic Nurses Alliance)

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2026 ANZONA Conference
Empower. Innovate. Lead the future of orthopaedic nursing Save the date for the 2026 ANZONA Conference, bringing orthopaedic nurses together from across Australia and New Zealand to explore innovation, best practice and the future of our specialty.
Join colleagues for three days of education, networking and professional development in the heart of Melbourne.
Event details

  • Dates: 28 – 30 October 2026
  • Venue: Pullman on the Park, East Melbourne
  • Hosted by: The Orthopaedic Nurses Association of Victoria on behalf of ANZONA
  • Further program and registration information will be shared as it becomes available.