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

Healthy food partnership voluntary industry best practice guide for serving sizes - Submission 2021
Submission

Released August 2021- Dieititans Australia supports portion guidance and serving size goals as a complementary public health measure, if accompanied by a transparent monitoring and evaluation plan.

The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Consultation- Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - Our recommendations for the Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021-2026 for the funding of medical research and innovation.

Draft Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan - Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - Dietitians Australia has offered feedback to the Australian Government's Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan. As the peak body for dietetics in Australia, we have offered several recommendations relating to dietetics for the draft plan.

Draft National Obesity Strategy - Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - We are supportive of government strategies that aim to promote the health of Australians and address key chronic disease risk factors, such as overweight and obesity. We support the National Obesity Prevention Strategy and its ambitions but have given some recommendations.

National Digital Health Strategy - Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need to offer healthcare through digital services including telehealth. Our submission is in response to the Digital Health Strategy consultation with recommendations on digital health services and dietetics.