News

Policy and Advocacy update – 15 January 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the South Australian State Election, member feedback for the new Aged Care Act, EMPHN survey, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 18 December 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including a submission request for better NDIS pricing, updated ADL assessment requirements, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 4 December 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including NDIA opens consultation, findings on Ahpra’s registration fee model, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 20 November 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including updates on Thriving Kids and Aged Care services, a report on the National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Agreement, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 13 November 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including a 12-month Quality Supports pilot to provide feedback for future pricing policy, the new Aged Care Act, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update - 30 October 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including NDIS Psychosocial Access, The New Aged Care Act, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update - 16 October 2025

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the NDIS Therapy supports operational guideline, AT-HM guidelines, and an open position for Digital Health Advisers.

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.