Bupa Beat

From curiosity to confidence: Kim and Jasmin on building meaningful careers in tech

In a recent conversation, Kim Oosthuizen, who leads AI initiatives at Bupa, and Jasmin Krapf, a leader in security and risk culture, shared the real stories behind their careers. From retail floors and business consulting to AI and cyber security, their journeys show how curiosity, courage and supportive environments can shape fulfilling careers in tech.

"Representation matters, especially for young people who might not see themselves in leadership roles yet."

Meet Penny, a proud Wiradjuri Nation woman and Bupa's first First Nation General Manager at our Waratah Aged Care Home. Hear about Penny's career journey and how she hopes to inspire more mob to follow leadership pathways.

My Week in the UK: Learning, Connecting, and Coming Home Proud

By Lisa Atkins, General Manager – Bupa Aged Care Woodville

This journal follows Lisa Atkins’, our People Leader of the Year 2025, as she experiences visiting Bupa’s UK operations, exploring how their aged care homes run, and reflecting on the ideas and insights she brought back to Australia.

Bupa Campus: Powering Growth, Connection and the Future of Healthcare

We’re reimagining the way our people learn and grow with the launch of Bupa Campus – a new learning and development initiative designed to shape the future of healthcare, strengthen our teams, and support meaningful career growth.

Bupa Named Gold Employer in 2025 Australian Workplace Equality Index

We’re proud to share that Bupa has been awarded Gold Employer accreditation in the 2025 Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) — the national benchmark for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion.

Bupa Australia Certified as a Great Place to Work

We’re incredibly proud to share that Bupa Australia has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bupa, our culture is grounded in care, so this recognition means a lot to us.

From call centre to Legal Director: Janina’s journey through curiosity, courage and culture at Bupa

When Janina started working in Bupa’s call centre back in 2003, it was simply a part-time university job. Today, she’s Bupa’s Legal Director for Privacy, Data and Regulatory, a role she jokingly describes as the organisation’s “resident privacy nerd.”

From Dental Graduate to confident Clinician: Dr Lucy Lockwood's story

Dr Lucy Lockwood, a recent 2023 graduate, now confident Dentist practicing out of our Barossa clinic has shared her thoughts on her experience with the Bupa Dental Graduate Program. Her experience is a great example of how the right start can turn daunting first steps into a positive and impactful journey into practice.

Building care that feels like a warm hug at Mindplace: Jenna’s story

Jenna Halls has been with Bupa for nearly 18 years. “This is the most energised I’ve ever felt.”

Jenna lights up when she talks about Mindplace. It’s more than just a new chapter for her, it’s the culmination of everything she’s learned, experienced, and cared about throughout her time at Bupa.

From Nepal to Bankstown to London: Sirjana’s Leadership Journey with Bupa

When Sirjana migrated from Nepal to Australia in 2009, she brought with her a deep passion for nursing and a natural instinct to care. “I think I was born to be a nurse,” she says with a smile.

From Chef to Care Leader: How Guy found his purpose, and a pathway, at Bup

“I came to Bupa from outside the sector, and within three years, I was leading care homes. That kind of growth? It’s rare. But here, it’s possible.”...

From HR to Dental Care: How Rachael Found a Career, and a Community at Bupa

When Rachael first walked through the doors of Bupa Dental at Erina, she had no dental experience. “I didn’t even know teeth had numbers,” she laughs...

From Stethoscope to Strategy: How Dr Simon Benson is living his purpose

When Simon Benson moved to Melbourne in 2013, he was a young doctor eager to help his patients live healthier lives. Ten years later....

How Adelle leads with her whole heart

A go-getter with heart, Bupa digital sales team leader Adelle has created a career where she can do what she loves most: care...

From Clinical to Corporate: How Katie Sherlock made the leap

Katie Sherlock had just started her career as a nurse when a car accident changed everything. With a nursing career ruled out, she joined the Bupa telehealth team and found a springboard to a career she never expected...