Closing soon: NDIS provider survey – help shape fairer NDIS pricing

The NDIA’s 2026 Annual Pricing Review is currently open for consultation, and Occupational Therapy Australia is preparing a robust submission to advocate for pricing arrangements that better reflect the realities of occupational therapy practice under the NDIS.

To ensure our submission is informed by real-world experience, we are seeking input from members through a short 10-minute survey. Your insights will help us highlight key challenges and priorities impacting OTs working within the NDIA framework.

Survey closes: Friday 23 January 2026

Complete the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GCZ6299.

OTA Federal Budget Submission 2026: Investing in Thriving Kids and the OT workforce

Occupational Therapy Australia has lodged its Federal Budget Submission 2026, calling for targeted investment to support the Government’s rollout of Thriving Kids and strengthen the occupational therapy workforce.

OTA is seeking funding across five key initiatives to ensure children, families and communities can access timely, effective occupational therapy services:

1. $1.4 million to support workforce transition for occupational therapists under the first phase of Thriving Kids
2. $2.3 million to attract and retain occupational therapists in rural and remote areas through targeted incentives
3. Support for effective and emerging service models (outlined in Appendix 1) that demonstrate positive outcomes for children with mild to moderate support needs
4. $3 million to deliver a series of Thriving Kids Access Forums for families, supporting equitable access to care
5. $3.98 million investment in occupational therapy clinical student placements to build a skilled future workforce

Together, these initiatives aim to strengthen service delivery, improve access for families, and ensure Thriving Kids delivers meaningful outcomes nationwide.

View the full Federal Budget Submission.