Welcome From the Chair
The Aotearoa New Zealand National Branch comprises all Fellows, retired Fellows, Associates of ACEM residing in Aotearoa New Zealand. These members are represented by the Aotearoa National Council on a range of educational and advocacy issues.
As Chair of the Aotearoa New Zealand National Council, I am committed to advocating on behalf of more than 400 members across the state. The Aotearoa New Zealand National Branch meets between one and three times per year and all FACEMs, retired FACEMs, Associates and trainees are encouraged to attend. These meetings – which feature guest speakers, relevant themes, and important updates – form the basis of the National Branch’s social, wellbeing and advocacy activities throughout the year.
There are numerous ways of getting involved in the College and our National Branch has proven to be a great starting point for connecting our members with the issues and activities of greatest interest to them. The more voices we hear the better our advocacy can be – our National Branch is a respected voice in the media; we have effective lines of communication with the government and enjoy rewarding relationships with other medical colleges and stakeholders.
As always, please let me know of issues affecting you locally so we can continue to advocate on your behalf at [email protected].
Dr Michael Connelly
Chair, Aotearoa New Zealand National Council
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National Branch Meetings
The National Branch meets regularly, with both online and in-person options available to suit members’ busy schedules. All FACEMs, retired FACEMs, Associates and trainees, are welcome to attend and participate in these meetings.
The first 2026 National Branch meeting is confirmed for Thursday 26 March 2026 and will be held in person at the Aotearoa New Zealand Emergency Medicine Conference in Nelson, as well as online.
Further meetings will be decided by the National Council and invitations sent out accordingly.
For more information, please contact Jo Murray, Manager Aotearoa New Zealand Office, on [email protected].
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2025–2027 Aotearoa New Zealand National Council
The Aotearoa New Zealand National Council membership consists of:
- Ex-officio members, being:
- CAPP member(s) representing the region,
- the Regional Censor and/or Regional Deputy Censor representing the region, and
- the member of the Trainee Committee representing the region
- Up to eleven (11) ‘ordinary’ FACEM members working in the region, inclusive of the Chair and Deputy Chair (as applicable)
- One member of the College in the category of Certificant, Diplomate, Advanced Diplomate, or Associate (Intermediate or Advanced) working in the region
The Aotearoa New Zealand National Council meet regularly throughout the year to discuss business relating to the region and deliver educational and advocacy priorities of the wider faculty. They may meet more often if the need arises. Meetings are either held face-to-face or virtually via video/teleconference platforms.
As of November 2025, the members of the National Council are:
Member
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Position
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Dr Michael Connelly
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Ex-Officio CAPP member, Aotearoa NZ National Council Chair
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Dr Mark Gilbert
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Ordinary FACEM Member, Aotearoa NZ National Council Deputy Chair
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Dr Kate Allan
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Sally Peet
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Fiona Bowles
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Marlize Alberts
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Matthew Marion
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Eugene Fayerberg
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Rich Stephenson
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Greg Stevens
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Ordinary FACEM Member
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Dr Thomas van Dantzig
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Ex-officio CAPP Member
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Dr Darren Khodaverdi
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Ex-officio Regional NZ Censor
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Dr Natasha McKay
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Ex-officio Deputy Regional NZ Censor
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Dr Alannah Murray
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Ex-officio Trainee Committee member
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To contact the Aotearoa New Zealand Faculty Board, please email [email protected].
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Latest News
The Aotearoa New Zealand Faculty Faculty releases a ‘Faculty Update’ each month, sent by email to all faculty members. The Faculty Update contains all the latest news for the faculty, including recent advocacy activities, upcoming events and important College news. Submissions from all members are encouraged via this form.
The College also produces:
- The Bulletin provides a weekly update of the latest news, opportunities, jobs and events for all members and trainees of the College.
- Your ED is ACEM’s quarterly magazine. It is filled with stories from emergency departments across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand and the world.
- Trainee News is an e-newsletter providing the latest news, updates and opportunities for trainees of the College.
If you would like to promote a specific job vacancy, or external conference or workshop, advertisements are also accepted from individuals and organisations.
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Events
In addition to faculty meetings, ACEM also runs a series of events, activities and workshops in Aotearoa New Zealand. Upcoming events can be found in the ACEM Events Calendar, filtering by location.
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Policy and Advocacy
The faculty is involved in a range of policy development and advocacy activities, such as access block, mental health, acute aged care, violence in emergency departments, telehealth and cultural safety. More details can be found here.
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Jobs in Aotearoa New Zealand
Find out about recently listed jobs in Aotearoa New Zealand via our Jobs Board.
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Local Media
The Aotearoa New Zealand Faculty is widely respected in the local media, regularly appearing in print, online and on local TV and radio networks. Recent media releases can be found in our ACEM News section.
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I Need to Update My Details
Need to update your contact details? You can do so easily through the ACEM Portal. Recently changed hospitals or roles? Please complete this form to update your profile.
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Contact Us
For further information contact:
ACEM Aotearoa New Zealand Office
t +64 4 333 2470
[email protected]
Media enquiries:
Aotearoa Media Advisor
t +64 021 057 2706
e [email protected]