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

What's happening at OTA

15 September 2026
It’s time to talk about occupational therapy and dementia
Dementia Action Week (21–27 September) is an opportunity to raise awareness of dementia and highlight the vital role of occupational therapists in supporting everyday participation and independence.

14 September 2026
Don’t just count your CPD hours. Make them count.
Check your CPD progress and plan ahead before the 30 November Ahpra registration deadline.

9 September 2026
Policy and Advocacy update – 10 September 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the updated Residential Aged Care Pricing Advice 2026-27, a call for members' input on Women’s Health, and many more.

3 September 2026
October Interest Groups 2026
Ready to be inspired and energised with like-minded peers? Explore our October Interest Groups.

2 September 2026
Policy and Advocacy update – 3 September 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the NDIS survey extension, updates to the Inclusive Communities Fund, and many more.

30 August 2026
Research Survey: Occupational Therapists' experiences assessing digital wellbeing
To understand occupational therapists’ experiences assessing children’s digital wellbeing.

26 August 2026
Policy and Advocacy update – 27 August 2026
Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including TAC recommendations for complex injuries, the Thriving Kids call, and many more.

20 August 2026
Challenge your thinking and strengthen your practice with two major OT learning events this spring
Take your OT practice further this October & November with OT Mental Health Forum and CPD Empower Adelaide. Read more.
