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Who is Homebirth Australia?

​ HBA is the peak national body for Homebirth in Australia. For over thirty years, HBA has worked to support consumers and midwives who choose homebirth. The organisation is run by volunteers – consumers and midwives.

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WE AIM TO:
  • support the rights of homebirth parents to choose how, where and with whom they give birth.
  • increase public awareness and acceptance of homebirth.
  • provide communication and support to members of Homebirth Australia.
  • provide information to parents planning homebirth.
  • provide information, support and networking to service providers.
  • advocate for the removal of barriers for midwives entering private practice
  • convene an annual national conference.​​

​HOMEBIRTH AUSTRALIA 2022 COMMITTEE

  • Coordinator – Kristyn Begnell
  • Assistant Coordinator – Virginia Maddock
  • Secretary – Ariane McConnell
  • Treasurer – Renee Tennant
  • Archivist: Lois Lodding
  • Memberships: Tere Garnon-Williams
  • Social Media Coordinator: Jaime Hawkins
  • Communications: Jericho Clearfield
  • Events: Nadia Stone
  • Website: Jenna Kennedy
  • Advocacy Coordinator: Azure Rigney
  • Advertising Coordinator: vacant
  • Podcast Coordinator: Virginia Maddock
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If you are interested in having a homebirth and want to contact a private midwife you can find a midwife in your local area here or please contact Homebirth Australia.
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Disclaimer – The information included on this site is for educational purposes only. This website is not a substitute for health and medical advice from a qualified health professional. Users of this website should always seek the advice of a qualified health professional with any questions they have regarding their health or a medical condition.
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  • Home
  • Join
  • Homebirth Directory
    • Midwives
    • Doulas
    • Photographers
    • Breastfeeding Support
    • Complementary Therapies
    • Placenta Services
    • Coaching, Education & Support
    • Counselling
    • Products ~ Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum
  • Conference
  • Organisation
    • About
    • Contact
  • Campaign
    • Professional Indemnity Insurance
    • GP Referral Refusal
    • Campaign archive
  • Community
  • Resources
    • Homebirth Research
    • Homebirth Information
    • Statistics
    • Media
    • Rights & Responsibilities
  • Members Only