Dietitians Australia is calling on the Government to extend the eligibility of the new Commonwealth Prac Payment program announced this week to include allied health and dietetic and nutrition professionals.

Dietitians Australia made 8 recommendations for expenditure in the 2023-24 Federal Budget related to Aged Care, preventive health and Medicare.

Dietitians Australia is welcoming the news that a major overhaul of Australia’s Medicare system intends to better integrate allied health professionals including dietitians into primary healthcare.

Our response to the Employment White Paper Terms of Reference highlights the important role that dietitians play in building a sustainable care economy.

Victoria needs urgent investment in preventive health measures, according to the latest scorecard of government performance related to obesity.

Our role statement defines the role of an APD when working food sector practice area.

Released May 2019 - We support the expansion of access to health services for people with mental health disorders, including access to APDs. Our submission is in response to the Report from the Mental Health Reference Group as part of the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Taskforce Review.

Released July 2021- Dietitians Australia supports the recommendation of the Primary Health Reform Steering Group for the development of a Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan.

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.

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.