ARPA News

IN-PERSON TAS: Panel Discussion – Collaboration Driving Return to Work

By Malinda Moreton posted 15 days ago
ARPA Tasmania invites you to a thought-provoking panel discussion that will explore the role of collaboration in driving successful return-to-work outcomes within the injury management landscape. The panel will feature a range of diverse perspectives from key stakeholders in the industry, including insurers, rehabilitation providers, and injury management experts. This discussion will delve into how strong collaboration across different sectors and departments can improve processes, enhance recovery journeys, and foster better outcomes for those affected by workplace injuries. The morning offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from a variety of ...

2025 ARPA AGMs

By Amanda Whittingham posted 01-10-2025
ARPA National would like to advise the scheduled dates of the 2025 Annual General Meetings. All times are local and meetings will be online except where noted: 🔹SA - Tuesday 14 October 1.30pm 🔹VIC - Thursday 16 October 8.30am Carlton and online 🔹QLD - Thursday 16 October 1.00pm 🔹NSW - Thursday 23 October 10.00am 🔹ACT - Wednesday 5 November 2.00pm Deakin 🔹TAS - Thursday 6 November 9.00am 🔹NT - Thursday 6 November 2.00pm 🔹WA - Tuesday 11 November 3.00 pm Shenton Park (seats limited) and online 🔹NATIONAL - Tuesday 9 December 12noon AEDT online Members please contact executive@arpa.org.au for information about attending or ...

IN PERSON: ARPA WA Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

By Malinda Moreton posted 26-09-2025
ARPA WA Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS): Treatment Modalities, Outcomes, and Future Directions Join us for an engaging in-person event featuring two leading experts in Pain Medicine, Dr. Jie Xu and Dr. Remedios , as they delve into the complexities of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) . This session will explore the latest treatment modalities, examine patient outcomes, and offer a glimpse into the future of CRPS management. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology of CRPS, evaluate current evidence on treatment approaches, and explore emerging management protocols. If you're a healthcare professional ...

SA Event Bridging the Gap: A Rehab Consultant’s Guide to Collaborating with Doctors

By Malinda Moreton posted 16-09-2025
Join ARPA SA for this free professional development event. Bridging the Gap is your opportunity to explore the intersection of rehabilitation and general practice with experts in the field. This interactive session will feature a panel with Dr. Prasanna Ramachandran and Dr. Sanjeev Selvadurai from the Adelaide Injury Clinic. Rehabilitation Providers, this is your chance to learn strategies for effective collaboration with General Practitioners to improve patient outcomes. Discover practical tips on how to create a more seamless, integrated approach to care, from initial assessments to long-term recovery. This session is perfect for anyone involved in Occupational ...

QLD Event: Insurers' Obligations to Fund Rehabilitation Under Statutory Schemes

By Malinda Moreton posted 01-09-2025
Thursday 25 September, Novotel Brisbane. FOCUS Join us for an informative session as we explore the critical role insurers play in funding rehabilitation under statutory schemes in Queensland and across Australia. This event will delve into the complex landscape of workers' compensation and personal injury law, focusing on the responsibilities of insurers to support injured individuals in their recovery journey. 4.30pm arrival for refreshments, 5.30pm presentation start. PRESENTED BY Travis Schultz is the Founder and Managing Partner of Travis Schultz & Partners (TSP), a nationally recognised compensation law firm known ...

ARPA NT in-person PD opportunity - 11 September

By Amanda Whittingham posted 22-08-2025
If you are nav igating workplace compensation claims in the Northern Territory, this event is for you! It will aid your understanding of the complexities of NT legislation — key to ensuring compliant, efficient and effective claims management. ARPA NT is pleased to host guest speakers from QBE NT Lillian Summers and Tanya Eagle. Join your industry colleagues Thursday 11 September at Darwin Innovation Hub, 9.00am for 9.30-10.45am presentation followed by networking time. Find all the details and how to register IN-PERSON: NT Workers' Compensation - an Insurer's Perspective - but hurry as seats are limited!

Inquiry into disability support services sector

By Amanda Whittingham posted 19-08-2025
Real change requires collaboration. In late July a formal inquiry into the disability services sector was launched. It is time for you to get involved and contribute your workplace experiences in the sector. The sector is a priority area as it has vulnerable consumers and workers, with issues of non-compliance with workplace laws. The Fair Work Ombudsman is aiming to identify where there’s non-compliance, what’s driving it, and how to effectively build and sustain a culture of compliance in the sector. Click through here for all the details: Disability support services inquiry

Strategy for Mental Health and Wellbeing in NSW

By Amanda Whittingham posted 01-08-2025
Anyone with insights about mental health and wellbeing in NSW is invited to give your opinions about the mental health service system and about community mental health and wellbeing via a 5 minute online survey (which may be best for individuals and can be anonymous), or organisations are invited to prepare a written submission. NSW Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy | Have Your Say

It Pays to Care: Driving its Domain to Deliver Improved RTW Outcomes

By Malinda Moreton posted 29-07-2025
Following on from its Health Benefits of Good Work, the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine's evidence-based policy of It Pays to Care www.itpaystocare.org is leading the personal injury industry collaboratively to implement practical initiatives promoting RTW. Addressing its domains of scheme regulation, insurance operations/case management, employer influence and medical treatment underpinned by the biopsychosocial model, It Pays to Care is helping shape injury management strategy and deliver better recovery outcomes on a national basis. Join us to hear ARPA's acting interim CEO Sharon Stratford, also Lead Advocacy Advisor ...

IN PERSON: ARPA WA Peer Insights & Networking Event

By Malinda Moreton posted 17-07-2025
This event will focus on building a supportive community for professionals who are in the early stages of their careers (0-2 years in the industry). During our networking session, we’ll delve into case study reviews and industry skill-building exercises. It’s a fantastic opportunity for managers to bring their team members along to connect, share experiences, and gain valuable insights from peers in a non-competitive, low-pressure environment. This event is about fostering retention within the industry by empowering newcomers with the tools and networks they need to succeed. Henry's Rooftop Bar at the Reverley Level 2 Aug 7, 17:00 - 19:00 (AWST) ...

Safe at work. There for them

By Amanda Whittingham posted 07-07-2025
SafeWork NSW has advised the following and requested assistance to spread the 'Irreplaceable' message - You’re important at work. At home you’re irreplaceable. On 1 July 2025, SafeWork NSW became an independent agency. This move enables us to be a stronger, more robust regulator and further improve workplace health and safety in NSW. To coincide with our new status, we are launching the ‘Irreplaceable’ campaign. The campaign highlights the importance of staying safe at work and at the same time raises awareness of the impact workplace injuries can have on families, communities and businesses. It reinforces that while everyone is important at work, ...

Workers’ Compensation & CTP - An Insurer's Perspective

By Malinda Moreton posted 23-06-2025
Join ARPA NSW and industry experts across Workers’ Compensation (WC) and Compulsory Third Party (CTP) who will share their perspectives on work readiness and critical milestones and gateways from the viewpoint of an insurance provider. This event will delve into critical topics surrounding work readiness, capacity assessments, and reporting for various insurance schemes. 10:00am arrival for morning tea, 10.30am presentation start. Key topics to be discussed: Work Readiness for Job-Attached and Job-Detached Workers: Understand the nuances of work readiness for workers in different employment situations and what this means for the management of ...

Stay healthy and safe this winter

By Amanda Whittingham posted 18-06-2025
NSW Government has developed a toolkit to help health professionals share important information about staying healthy and safe this winter. With winter here, we need to be aware of the risks to individuals and households during the colder months. As we spend more time indoors, it’s important to protect ourselves and others from respiratory illnesses by getting vaccinated and staying home if unwell. It’s also important to be fire safe and prepare our homes in case of an emergency. The toolkit contains information and easy-to-share resources, including Aboriginal and translated assets on topics such as: protection from respiratory illnesses vaccination ...

IN PERSON EVENT: Improving GP Engagement in the Return to Work Process

By Malinda Moreton posted 03-06-2025
ARPA Tasmania, in partnership with TAVRP, is pleased to invite you to an in-person event featuring Dr Rob Walters, a highly respected Hobart-based GP with decades of years of clinical and leadership experience. FOCUS This session will explore the critical role general practitioners play in supporting workers with injuries to achieve safe and sustainable return to work outcomes. Dr Walters will offer a unique and personal perspective on the challenges and opportunities in engaging GPs more effectively in this process—drawing on his extensive experience in occupational health, policy advisory roles, and collaborative care models. Dr Walters brings ...

ARPA National CEO - currently recruiting

By Amanda Whittingham posted 28-05-2025
If you would like to help shape the future of workplace rehabilitation in Australia, apply now to be ARPA's next National CEO and lead the change with us! Visit Seek for further details

Careers Week - Engagement Opportunity Sydney University

By Malinda Moreton posted 28-05-2025
Thursday 7 August, 11.30-4 pm The Great Hall and MacLaurin Hall This fair draws students from a wide range of disciplines, ensuring high visibility for your organisation and access to prospective candidates eager to explore your internship and graduate opportunities. Early bird discount ends on Friday 20 June. Learn more or REGISTER HERE The University of Sydney is inviting employers with graduate programs to:  🔹 Host industry-specific talks or panels  🔹 Conduct skill-building workshops  🔹 Participate in networking events  🔹 Showcase international career pathways   🔹 Join us in ...

Comcare: Arranging Rehab Assessments & Requiring Examinations

By Malinda Moreton posted 21-05-2025
The Comcare Guide - Arranging Rehabilitation Assessments & Requiring Examinations 10 June 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm AEST ARPA ACT is pleased to host this webinar presented by Comcare's David Field, Assistant Director, Return to Work Support and Kaylene Knox, Assistant Director, Provider Frameworks & RTW. The webinar registration is complimentary for ARPA members, and subscribers are welcome to register at the non-member rate. FOCUS The Guide is a legislative instrument. Rehabilitation authorities must comply with the Guide when they arrange rehabilitation assessments or require rehabilitation examinations under ...

Summary of Workers’ Compensation Scheme Developments in Australia and NZ 2024

By Nat Davey posted 16-05-2025
The Summary of Workers’ Compensation Scheme Developments in Australia and New Zealand 2024 has been published. Workers’ compensation schemes in Australia continue to evolve to meet emerging trends in relation to the changing nature of work. This report provides an overview of recent developments to workers’ compensation schemes between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2024, including any significant changes to: administration and scheme delivery policy developments, and legislative amendments. Developed in collaboration with Australian and New Zealand workers’ compensation authorities, the report complements the Comparison of Workers’ Compensation ...

WEBINAR: Supporting Veterans through Rehabilitation

By Malinda Moreton posted 14-05-2025
Wednesday 2 July 1pm - 2pm AEST In this session, clinical psychologist and Army Veteran Nadia Teong will provide rehabilitation professionals with practical insights into working with veterans. She will explore the impact of service on mental health, discuss barriers to accessing care, and outline the roles rehabilitation providers can play in facilitating recovery and reintegration. Attendees will gain culturally informed strategies, learn how to better support transitions to civilian life, and leave with a toolkit of veteran-specific resources and referral options. This session is ideal for case managers, rehabilitation consultants, vocational specialists ...

WEBINAR: Supporting Mental Health Rehabilitation in First Responders & Veterans

By Malinda Moreton posted 13-05-2025
Wednesday June 11 2025 11.30am-12.30pm AEST Thank you to ARPA QLD Council. Join us for an insightful webinar with Dr Andrew Khoo , an experienced psychiatrist and leader in the field of PTSD, military and veteran mental health. Dr Khoo is the Director of Medical Services and Chair of the Medical Council at Toowong Private Hospital, a specialist facility recognised nationally for its work in trauma-related mental health care. With over 20 years of experience in delivering CBT-based group therapy programs for PTSD, mood, and anxiety disorders, Dr Khoo brings a wealth of knowledge to this important conversation. In this session, he will explore strategies ...