As Australia's peak body for dietitians, we represent our members and our profession. We raise awareness about the importance of nutrition in public health. Our advocacy and policy work helps us support Australia's healthcare needs.

We advocate for the role of Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs). APDs treat a range of health conditions and give expert advice on nutrition and dietary issues. They help Australians stay healthy and well.

Nutritional health is a key public health issue. We work with all levels of government, government agencies and other peak bodies to influence health policy. Our expert advice can help improve the health of all Australians.

Our latest policy and advocacy work

We promote better community healthcare by advocating for key areas of nutritional health.

Right now, our advocacy priority areas are aged care, disability, healthy and sustainable diets, and mental health.

For policy and advocacy questions contact us at policy@dietitiansaustralia.org.au

Briefing paper

Dietitians Australia is advocating to the new Queensland Government to focus on improving nutrition outcomes for the health and wellbeing of all Queenslanders, prioritising efforts in Queensland public schools and mental health services.

Briefing paper

Dietitians Australia, in partnership with Nutrition Australia ACT, is calling on the incoming ACT Government to prioritise the nutrition future of the Territory’s children by boosting nutrition support services available to early childhood education and care services.

Other

Call to Action launched at Parliamentary Friends of Nutrition event, 24 June 2024

Submission

Released September 2024 - Submission to Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority.

Briefing paper

Dietitians Australia is calling on the Northern Territory Government to commit to policies and actions that will break down the nutrition barriers Territorians face when it comes to eating well and reducing their risk of chronic disease. Dietitians Australia is calling on the Northern Territory Government to commit to policies and actions that will break down the nutrition barriers Territorians face when it comes to eating well and reducing their risk of chronic disease.