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National Thriving Kids update

OTA ran the Thriving Kids update across Australia, with each state and territory developing locally tailored supports for children and their families.

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.

Policy and Advocacy update – 30 July 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including OTA to represent the profession to Senate Inquiry on NDIS Amendment Bill, NSW Thriving Kids petition, and many more.

Policy and Advocacy update – 23 July 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the update on Commonwealth Prac Payment, NSW Thriving Kids petition, 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.

Policy and Advocacy update – 14 May 2026

Read about OTA policy and advocacy updates and developments this week, including the launch of No OTs, No NDIS campaign, released of Federal budget 2026-2027 and many more.

Thriving Kids: Where things stand - Major NSW update and consultations in Tasmania and WA

Thriving Kids will roll out differently across jurisdictions, with major implications for OTs and the children and families they support, particularly through varying funding and commissioning models.

May Interest Group highlights: Guest speakers and upcoming sessions

Mark your calendars! OTA’s May’s Interest Group sessions are here to inspire, energise and connect you with like-minded OTs across Australia.