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Policy and Advocacy update – 9 July 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the changes in NDIS Amendment Bill, Thriving Kids advocacy update, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 2 July 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the NDIS Amendment Bill update, NDIA integrity checks on older claims, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 25 June 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including NDIA annaul price review, Social media day of action, and many more.

Member update: NDIS pricing review 2026-27 - what you need to know

The NDIS Annual Pricing Review (APR) for 2026–27 was released yesterday and takes effect from 1 July 2026. Here’s what you need to know.

NDIS pricing decision risks “national health emergency” as OT workforce pushed to breaking point

The NDIA's decision to freeze occupational therapy pricing has raised concerns about reduced access to essential services, with warnings that many Australians may struggle to receive the care needed to maintain their safety, independence, and community participation.

Policy and Advocacy update – 4 June 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including VIC Disability and Autism Plan, NDIS Amendment Bill and many more.

Policy & Advocacy update – 28 May 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including major changes to the NDIS, advocacy in Canberra and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 21 May 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the updates about No OTs, No NDIS campaign, EOI for Thriving Kids and many more.