Tag: Advocacy

ACA Responds to Revised Statement on Paediatric Care

On Wednesday, the Chiropractic Board of Australia (CBA) released a revised Statement on Paediatric Care, which took effect on 9 September 2026. The revised statement brings the Board’s guidance on paediatric […]

Have Your Say On DVA Allied Health Reforms

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has opened consultation on significant changes to allied health arrangements for Veteran Card holders, due to commence from 1 July 2027. The proposed reforms […]

TAC Announces Revised Chiropractic Fee Schedule

Following extensive consultation with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) welcomes the release of a revised chiropractic fee schedule that better reflects contemporary practice and supports […]

Commonwealth Prac Payment Expanded – But Chiropractic Students Left Out

A strong health workforce starts with supporting every student undertaking mandatory clinical placements. We welcome the Australian Government’s decision to expand the Commonwealth Prac Payment scheme to include an additional […]

Submission to Ahpra Public Consultation on Revised CPD and Recency of Practice Registration Standards

The ACA has submitted feedback to Ahpra and the National Boards on the proposed revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Recency of Practice (ROP) registration standards. The submission supports many […]

Medical Specialist Referral Member Survey

ACA members have received an invitation to complete a survey exploring referral practices to medical specialists, the barriers faced by chiropractors and patients, and opportunities to strengthen collaborative healthcare. Your […]

DVA EOI for Allied Health Practitioners

The Federal Government has announced changes to the DVA in this year’s Federal Budget. The DVA has planned a range of activities and consultations across the next 12 months on the design […]

Advocacy Delivers Results – Significant Increase WorkSafe Victoria Fees

In Thursday’s e-news, members in Victoria were given the good news that as of 1 July 2026, WorkSafe Victoria will introduce a significantly improved chiropractic fee schedule following 12 months […]

Changes to My Health Record Diagnostic Imaging Reporting Commence 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, new requirements relating to the sharing of diagnostic imaging reports through My Health Record will commence as part of the Australian Government’s Better and Faster Access […]