5 October 2025
OTA Submission - Thriving Kids Inquiry
OTA welcomes the opportunity to provide input to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Health, Aged Care and Disability Inquiry into Thriving Kids (the Inquiry).
1 October 2025
Access and utilisation of key allied health services by older adults in rural coastal NSW
To investigate the perspectives of key allied health professions regarding older adults' accessibility and utilisation of their health services in rural coastal areas of NSW against the dimensions of accessibility.
30 September 2025
Rehabilitation program development for people diagnosed with BPD
This study aims to consult with consumers, carers and clinicians to identify which domains of daily living functioning are a priority in rehabilitation program development for people diagnosed with BPD.
30 September 2025
Advancing the use of telehealth technology for older people
Advancing the use of telehealth technology by occupational therapists to provide home safety risk assessments for community dwelling older people.
29 September 2025
Policy and advocacy update – 1 October 2025
Read about OTA policy and advocacy developments this week and what they mean for you.

25 September 2025
Environmental Modifications & Assistive Technology - Learning Hub
Explore our available events on Environmental Modifications & Assistive Technology, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.

25 September 2025
Palliative Care - Learning Hub
Explore our available events on Palliative Care, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.

25 September 2025
Aged Care - Learning Hub
Explore our available events about working with older people, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.

25 September 2025
Across the lifespan - Learning Hub
Explore our available events, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.

25 September 2025
Professional and Practice Skills - Learning Hub
Explore our available events on Professional and Practice Skills, designed to expand your knowledge, build skills, and connect with peers through expert-led learning opportunities.
25 September 2025
Occupational therapist perspectives on their role in supporting people with eating disorders
The purpose of this research project is to better understand the occupational therapy role with people with eating disorders.
24 September 2025
Policy and advocacy update - 25 September 2025
Read about OTA policy and advocacy developments this week and what they mean for you.
18 September 2025
OT Week 2025 Celebration Pack
Join the OT Week 2025 celebrations with our free resources!
17 September 2025
Policy and advocacy update - 19 September 2025
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including OTA priorities ahead of the South Australian election, support for new OT graduates, and many more.
17 September 2025
Dementia Action Week 2025
This Dementia Action Week 2025, OTA want to shine a spotlight on the link between dementia and falls. Read more.
11 September 2025
OTA steps up national advocacy in Canberra and Sydney
Last week, OTA ramped up our national advocacy efforts, with our Chief Executive Officer and Head of Policy & Advocacy meeting federal politicians and sector representatives in Canberra and Sydney.
11 September 2025
Policy and advocacy update 11 September 2025
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week.

20 August 2025
Occupational Therapy - Frequently Asked Questions
Occupational Therapy – FAQs provides clear answers to common queries about occupational therapy, understand its role in promoting health, wellbeing, and participation in daily life.
19 August 2025
FAQ: Environmental and Home Modifications
FAQs on home and environmental modifications.
14 August 2025
Poster - Understanding occupational therapy in education
Download the "Understanding occupational therapy in education" flyer.
14 August 2025
Poster - An ABC of Occupational Therapy in Education
Download the "An ABC of Occupational Therapy in Education" poster.
5 August 2025
Consultation on General Foundational Supports
OTA welcomed the Report of the Independent Review of the NDIS, and its recognition of the obvious need for more support services in Australian communities for those who cannot access the NDIS.
5 August 2025
Consultation on Foundational Supports for children with developmental concern, delay and/or disability and their families, carers and kin
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) welcomes the opportunity to provide a submission in relation to targeted foundational supports - Foundational Supports for children with developmental concern, delay and/or disability and their families, carers and kin.
4 August 2025
Submission: Productivity Commission – Final Review of National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement
In this interim report, the Productivity Commission presents its initial findings and draft recommendations.
4 August 2025
Submission: Productivity Commission Interim Report on Final Review of National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement
The Productivity Commission (PC) has been asked by the Australian Government to conduct the final review of the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement.
29 July 2025
Submission: Department of Social Services consultation on NDIS Supports rule
OTA's submission provides feedback on the overall approach outlined in the NDIS Supports Lists, and specific inclusions and omissions in specific lists, which is detailed in this content.

3 July 2025
National Conference & Exhibition 2025 Gallery
The recently held OTAUS 2025 brought together occupational therapy professionals from across Australia to share insights, celebrate achievements, and explore the future of practice through workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities.

19 June 2025
Connections submissions
Share your expertise with the OTA community. Submit your article to Connections magazine and connect with peers across the occupational therapy profession.

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.

29 May 2025
Foundational Supports
OTA are working to support and advance the critical role that OTs will play in the design and delivery of foundational supports. As this reform process continues, we will provide updates on opportunities for consultation and advocacy. We will also offer guidance to support coordinated advocacy efforts across the sector and ensure our profession is well represented in these changes.