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.
20 June 2025
Allied Health NDIS Price Cuts Joint Public Statement 2025
The Australian Physiotherapy Association, Dietitians Australia, Australian Podiatry Association, Speech Pathology Australia, Occupational Therapy Australia, the Australian Psychological Society, Exercise & Sports Science Australia and Osteopathy Australia are calling on the Federal Government and the National Disability Insurance Agency to immediately halt and review the NDIS pricing decision which poses a direct threat to essential supports and choice for people with disability.
16 June 2025
CPD Joyride in July!
Our CPD and events in July have everything you need to get inspired, build your knowledge and expand your practice. Choose from self-directed study to keep you focused through winter, Interest Groups to connect with like-minded peers, and live and interactive events either online or face-to-face. The only hard part? Making a decision!

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.
11 June 2025
Media Release. No relief for OTs: NDIS price freeze enters seventh year with services at breaking point
Thousands of NDIS participants are facing longer waitlists and reduced access to critical occupational therapy services after the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) today confirmed that therapy support prices will remain frozen into a seventh consecutive year.
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.
6 June 2025
Artistic expression for people with disability: AI to foster creativity
Among the most captivating and controversial technological advancements is the rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) image generation tools. These sophisticated algorithms, capable of transforming text-based prompts into intricate visual imagery, are not merely a novelty; they represent a profound shift in how art is conceived and created and pose some significant ethical issues.
6 June 2025
Why OTs love our mental health modules
It makes our day when we hear that our members value the CPD and resources we've worked hard to develop. Huge thanks to everyone who has provided feedback about our mental health foundation modules, a suite of online learning modules, designed to help you build your expertise and practice, change direction in your career, or gain mental health endorsement. **More than 700 OTs have completed one or more of our Mental Health Foundation Modules. This is what they're saying about them:**
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.
4 June 2025
Delay to Aged Care Act will enable clarification and support transition
OTA welcomes the delay to the introduction of the new Aged Care Act until November as a response to the significant concerns raised by the sector. However, for the delay to be meaningful, the key issues raised by the sector need to be addressed.
2 June 2025
Three key takeaways from the 2025 DSC NDIS Conference
OTA recently attended the 2025 DSC NDIS Conference in Melbourne on 20 and 21 May, which highlighted three critical challenges facing the disability sector: NDIS pricing issues, delays in foundational supports, and a growing lack of trust within the sector.
21 May 2025
FAQ: NDIS
Frequently asked questions about the NDIS and NDIA.
15 May 2025
FAQ: My Aged Care (MAC)
Frequently asked questions about My Aged Care (MAC) here.
14 May 2025
Application Form - Mental Health Endorsement
Access the OTA Mental Health Endorsement application form here.

13 May 2025
OTA CPD Voucher Competition – Terms and Conditions
7 May 2025
FAQ: Assistive Technology and Home Modifications
FAQs on assistive technology and environmental modifications.
7 May 2025
FAQ: Allied Health Assistants
Allied health assistants must work under the direct clinical oversight and supervision of a qualified OT. See a full list of FAQs 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.
14 April 2025
Driver Assessment and Rehabilitation Jurisdictional Differences Guide 2024
The information provided in this guide has been developed by the OTA National Driving Taskforce to help occupational therapy driver assessors (OTDAs) navigate the legislation, regulations, and guidelines relevant to driving assessment and rehabilitation in their jurisdictions. It is solely for the use of Occupational Therapy Australia and its members.
1 April 2025
Final Review of National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement
OTA made a submission to the Productivity Commission’s Final Review of the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement, which is due to expire in June 2026.

24 February 2025
Terms and Conditions
The information provided on this website is for use of a general nature only and is not intended to be relied upon as, nor to be a substitute for, specific professional advice. No responsibility for loss occasioned to any persons acting on or refraining from action as a result of any material on this website can be accepted. This includes links to all external organisations.

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

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
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.

4 December 2024
OTA Mental Health Endorsement
The OTA Mental Health Endorsement program provides recognition of the additional knowledge, skills and experience of OTs focusing their scope of practice on mental health.

3 December 2024
OTA Members’ EAP
We have partnered with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider TELUS Health. TELUS Health is a full-service assistance program providing confidential work, life and well-being consultations.

3 October 2024
OTA Board
Occupational Therapy Australia is governed by a Board of Directors elected by members and/or through the Nominations Committee.

3 October 2024
Team and Governance
OTA is led by a team of dedicated professionals who seek to protect and progress the profession.