9 July 2025
SA OTs secure stronger EBA
A new standalone Allied Health EBA has been endorsed by 80.1% of voters, delivering a 13.5% pay rise and improved conditions for South Australia’s allied health workforce.
9 July 2025
Exploring general practitioners' perspectives on Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care
The aim of this research is to investigate general practitioners' perspectives on occupational therapy's role in mental health care, and the perspectives of occupational therapists providing services under the Better Access Mental Health Scheme (BAMHS).
9 July 2025
Foundational Supports & NDIS: Release of Grattan Institute report
The Grattan Institute released a report last week, Saving the NDIS. This adds to the literature informing the NDIS reform landscape that OTs are navigating and will continue to navigate as services for children with developmental delay and disability, and for people with psychosocial disability transition to Foundational Supports.
7 July 2025
FAQ: OTA NDIS Pricing Campaign
This FAQ provides answers to common questions about OTA's NDIS Pricing Campaign, including key issues raised, advocacy efforts, and how occupational therapists can support fair and sustainable pricing under the NDIS.
7 July 2025
Assessing & Treating Visual Impairments Post-Stroke: OT in Australia
To understand how Australian occupational therapists assess and treat visual perceptual impairments after stroke.
7 July 2025
Board Director and WFOT Delegate Nominations Now Open
Board Nominations are now open until 5.00pm (AEST) Wednesday 30 July 2025.
3 July 2025
NDIA pricing advocacy update
OTA has continued our advocacy efforts this week including a range of significant meetings, leading to some important commitments from MPs and NDIA stakeholder.
1 July 2025
The role of occupational therapists in mainstream secondary schools
The study is about exploring the roles of occupational therapists who are directly-employed (school-employed) within mainstream secondary schools.
25 June 2025
OTA incorrect statement published in error
Earlier today an incorrect statement about the NDIS travel rate cut was posted in error on the OTA website.
23 June 2025
Changes to allied health referrals under the Medicare CDM program
From 1 July 2025, there will be changes to the Medicare Chronic Disease Management Program that affect how allied health providers receive referrals
23 June 2025
Thousands join our call for fair NDIS pay
OTA has launched a coordinated, strategic campaign in response to the devastating NDIS decision to halve travel rates and continue freezing hourly pay for occupational therapists. We're fighting this decision on every front and will continue to take strong action to advocate for OTs and access to vital services for NDIS participants.

13 June 2025
NDIS Pricing Campaign
OTA needs your voice. The NDIA’s frozen pricing is unsustainable. We’re calling for fair funding now - before more OTs leave the workforce. Join the campaign.
10 June 2025
OTA Submission to the Qld Mental Health Select Committee | Mental health outcomes for Queenslanders
OTA provided a submission to the Qld Mental Health Select Committee on their Inquiry into the opportunities to improve mental health outcomes for Queenslanders.
5 June 2025
Submission: Select Committee on Foundational and Disability Supports Available For Children and Young People In New South Wales
OTA welcomes the opportunity to provide input to the NSW Government’s approach to development of foundation supports for children and young people with disability, developmental delay or concerns.
22 May 2025
DVA Overview for Occupational Therapists
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) recognises that health care providers play a key role in providing treatment for DVA clients. Occupational therapists are essential allied health professionals who provide services to clients who hold DVA Veteran Cards.
22 May 2025
FAQ: Setting Up a Professional Practice
Frequently asked questions about setting up a professional practice.
21 May 2025
FAQ: NDIS
Frequently asked questions about the NDIS and NDIA.
14 May 2025
FAQ: Driving
Frequently asked questions about becoming a qualified driving OT.
8 May 2025
FAQ: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
See our FAQ on Continuing Professional Development.
7 May 2025
FAQ: Ahpra Registration Queries including Returning to Practice
See Frequently Asked Questions about Ahpra registration here.
22 April 2025
Mental Health Occupational Therapy Resource Kit
The OTA Mental Health OT Resource Kit can be used by OTA members to advocate, raise awareness and support understanding of mental health OT. We encourage members to use this resource in their organisations to shape the narrative of mental health occupational therapy.

27 March 2025
Federal Election Marginal Seats
With the Federal Election now underway, this is a critical opportunity to ensure occupational therapy is prioritised by candidates and political parties

25 March 2025
Karen Jacobs Tour 2025
Join Dr. Karen Jacobs for a two-day workshop that will bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI technology and practical clinical applications in occupational therapy.

19 February 2025
Help for members Digital Transformation and OTA Connect
Help for members through OTAs Digital Transformation.

8 January 2025
Practice Support
Your practice doesn't stop at your clients. Our practice support is designed to help you with your day-to-day whether you're just starting out, an experienced practitioner or managing a business - OTA practice support has been designed to support you.

3 January 2025
Insurance Partner
Aon is the preferred insurance broker to Occupational Therapy Australia. Aon have worked with us and insurers to create insurance cover tailored for the risks commonly found in occupational therapy.

3 January 2025
OTA 2025 Federal Election Toolkit
OTA’s Federal Election Advocacy Toolkit provides everything you need to engage with local candidates and highlight our profession’s priorities for the 2025 Australian Federal Election.

18 December 2024
2025 Tina Champagne Webinars
After a sell-out national tour in June 2024, Occupational Therapy Australia is delighted to announce that world-renowned occupational therapist, Dr. Tina Champagne will be bringing back her expertise in Sensory Modulation, this time in the format of 7 live, 1-hour Webinars based on her Sensory Modulation Program.

18 December 2024
Workshops & Webinars
We offer a variety of occupational therapy workshops and webinars designed to elevate your practice while contributing to your annual CPD. Browse our full range of Hot Topic interactive workshops, Practice Spotlight webinars, and more CPD suited to your area of practice, interest, and experience.

18 December 2024
Courses, Learning Modules & Programs
We offer a variety of on-demand, self-directed learning and development, covering a broad range of practice areas and topics.