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Policy and Advocacy update – 29 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including a forum for the Occupational Therapists group, the Thriving Kids implementation, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 22 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the Child-safe practice in occupational therapy, indexation-based increases to the current Allied Health fee schedule, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 15 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the OTA's response to New Framework Planning and NDIS supports, Veterans’ Home Care (VHC) Program updates, and many more.

Research Study: Occupational therapy practice with children who have complex needs

This study aims to better understand how occupational therapists work with children five years of age and under with complex needs here in Australia.

Thriving Kids: What does it mean for occupational therapists?

Following the Australian Government’s launch of Thriving Kids, many occupational therapists are considering what the changes mean for their work, the families they support, and the future of OT in this space. Explore what we know so far, what it means for OT practice, and practical steps you can take now to prepare for the changes ahead.

Policy and Advocacy update – 8 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the NDIA update on claims for supports, OTA submission on NDIS access reform, and many more.

November Interest Groups 2026

Ready to be inspired and energised with like-minded peers? Explore our November Interest Groups.

Policy and Advocacy update – 1 October 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including an update on Thriving Kids initiatives, funding changes for NDIS supports, and many more.