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

Response to consultation - Healthy Food Partnership Guide for Serving Sizes - Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - We do not agree that the Guide for Serving Sizes outlines true best practice. Serving sizes are still very large for many categories and will encourage excessive intake distorted perceptions of normal food intake.

Capital Health Network Draft Needs Assessment - Submission 2021
Submission

Released November 2021 - The Australian Capital Territory Primary Health Network (ACT PHN) has reviewed its previous Needs Assessments. Dietitians Australia has submitted feedback to the draft Needs Assessment as part of the community consultation.

FSANZ Act review Regulatory Impact Statement forgets public health - Joint position statement
Position statement (joint)

Released July 2021 - Call for the Australian Government to prioritise the health of Australians and New Zealanders as they consider reforms to our food regulatory system.

Screening and management of prediabetes in adults in primary care in Australia - Joint position statement
Position statement (joint)

Released June 2020 - Early detection and management of prediabetes are important to prevent or delay diabetes. Our joint position statement outlines recommended approaches to screening and management of prediabetes in primary care.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration between Accredited Practising Dietitians, Nutrition and Oral Health Professionals for Oral Health and Nutrition - Joint position statement
Position statement (joint)

Released November 2021- Dietitians Australia and Dental Health Services Victoria collaborated to develop a joint position statement on oral health and nutrition.