Hi members, It’s hard to believe that December is already upon us and Christmas is just around the corner. I’m sure that Christmas planning is in full swing, so I will keep this month’s report short and sweet. The AGM was held last month. With changes happening to the board it brings a touch as […]
Hi Members, As I write this, I have just returned home from another successful conference. To say I am feeling invigorated and inspired would be an understatement. The 2 days were full of presenters sharing their knowledge, passion and program ideas. A huge thank you goes to our keynote speakers – Brian Lipmann and Helena
Hi Members, Spring has sprung and that means that conference is fast approaching. Have you booked?? Join us in sunny Brisbane and place are still available for the pre-conference workshop. This years program is jam packed with speakers from a range of background looking to innovate and stimulate. The keynote speakers are all set to
Hi Members, August is already upon us. And you are anything like me, you are wondering just where the year has gone. The Board has been hard at work to improve the associations for all the members. One area that has been a major focus is marketing. Victorian State Rep Daniel Grey has taken on
Hi Members, Winter has arrived and I hope everyone is staying warm. This weather always makes me want to snuggle up on the couch with a good book or movie. What is everybody’s favourite winter activity? As it is now July (and I am left to ponder where the last 6 months went…), it’s the
Hi Members, Well, I’m not sure when it happened by June is already upon us and we are halfway through 2017. And that means that membership renewal is almost here. June is your last chance to get any PD points that are needed. The office staff have been working hard to make the renewal process
HAPPY DIVERSIONAL AND RECREATION THERAPY WEEK!! You might have noticed something slightly different: we are now celebrating Diversional and Recreation therapy week to reflect the name change the DRTA. This year’s theme of ‘Innovation and Expectation’ is about demonstrating our leadership in our chosen fields, turning all those ideas into new programs and improving our
As we leave summer behind us, Northern NSW and Queensland have been experiencing extreme weather the last couple of weeks. My thoughts go out to those members and their families that have been effected by Cyclone Debbie and the flooding. The board hopes all members stay safe during this difficult time. With May just around
Well, here we find ourselves in March and there is a lot to report on this month, so many great initiatives in the works. It is shaping up to be a very exciting year ahead. After lots of discussion, the board has decided to take the next step in moving the association forward. We are
Hello Members, I hope you have all had a wonderful Christmas and new year, and have returned to work refreshed and energised for the year ahead. To start of 2017 off with a bang… We have the ‘Workshop on the Waves’ DTA Cruise happening the beginning of February. Skills Training Australia will be providing Mental
Good evening everyone. I’d like to take this opportunity to reflect on the last 12 months and to share with you some of the key highlights. Several years ago, the Board made the decision to create an Executive Officer role, specifically designed to support strategic growth and development. This role has taken DTA into a
Dear Members, I will keep this month’s piece brief as we have a jam packed edition of newsletter due to all the AGM information. I would just like to thank Louise Absalom for all her hard work as president of the association and I look forward to filling her big shoes! I also would like
