Starting a new physiotherapy program in Victoria’s Gippsland region has given Federation University the opportunity to work closely with the local community to design a program that has a distinct regional focus, while still providing students with a well-rounded foundation in physiotherapy. The program offers challenges and opportunities to both students and educators.

Australians in regional areas have difficulty accessing physiotherapy services compared to their urban counterparts. A rural perspective is needed if we are to make healthcare more equitable. 

I recently found myself engaged in a spirited debate with some of our engaged members about what makes for successful advocacy. It took place on social media, which wouldn’t be anyone’s first choice of platform for nuanced, constructive debate but alas, there it played out.

Jennifer Lohmus was recently recognised as the APA Mentee of the Year, after participating in the APA’s first mentoring program. Here, she and her mentor Dr Sally Hess talk about the benefits of the program.

PHYSIOTHERAPY BOARD OF AUSTRALIA Who does what? We take a closer look at the organisations that regulate, assess and advocate for physiotherapists in Australia.

PHYSIOTHERAPY BOARD OF AUSTRALIA Planning to advertise your physiotherapy services? Here are some tips to help you meet your legal obligations when advertising a regulated health service.

In this comprehensive three-part course, physiotherapists gain, or update, the knowledge and skills required to practise dry needling safely, explain presenters Peter Selvaratnam FACP and Jane Rooney FACP.

Planning to advertise your physiotherapy services? Here are some tips to help you meet your legal obligations when advertising a regulated health service.

With a mix of continuing and new members and an ongoing commitment to excellence in physiotherapy, this year’s College Council is ready to go.

APA’s insurance partner BMS and Jane Fiske, Melissa Tan and Edward Smith of law firm Lander & Rogers provide an overview on how to reduce the risk of a cyber or data breach incident and the recommended steps in response to a potential incident.