Laura is the Tasmanian representative on the CNSA National Executive Committee and is currently based at the Royal Hobart Hospital. Her career in Cancer Nursing has seen her work locally, nationally and overseas in both outpatient and inpatient clinical settings as a clinician and educator. Laura has completed her Masters in nursing and is passionate about developing the skills and knowledge base of the next generation of cancer nurses. Laura has a special interest in the nurses’ roles in addressing the advanced supportive care needs of the patient with cancer.