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Find all the latest news from OTA including our policy and advocacy updates.

What's happening at OTA

22 April 2026
New OTA resource: Normal life is being disrupted (again)
Normal life is being disrupted (again) is a practical, easy-to-use guide designed for immediate application in clinical and community settings.

21 April 2026
Research Study: Early-career OTs transitioning to specialty practice
This study seeks to explore transitions by early career occupational therapists into areas of specialty practice, from the perspectives of both early career and experienced occupational therapists.

31 March 2026
Stronger Together: United on the road ahead during disability reform
OTA has taken a measured approach, focusing on stakeholder engagement and behind-the-scenes policy influence.

18 February 2026
Policy and Advocacy update - 19 February 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the upcoming Digital Health webinar, updates on the Thriving Kids initiative, and many more.

11 February 2026
Strengthening Occupational Reasoning Through Occupational Formulation
To learn more about occupational formulation, join us at our next Occupational Formulation Foundations course starting online on 19 March 2026, delivered by Lorrae Mynard.

11 February 2026
Policy & Advocacy update – 12 February 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the release of the Thriving Kids Advisory Group Final Report, SA state election, and many more.

2 February 2026
Submission: OTA’s Federal Budget Submission 2026
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) has submitted its Federal Budget Submission 2026, advocating for targeted government investments to support children, families, and the occupational therapy workforce across Australia.

28 January 2026
Policy and Advocacy update – 29 January 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the inaugural hosting of OTA Morning Tea, Mental Health Continuum of Care, and many more.
