Speech Pathology Australia

#NAIDOC2025 marks 50 years of NAIDOC. We're committed to supporting organisations and individuals in developing capabilities to ensure a culturally responsive workforce – centering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of seeing, knowing, being, doing and belonging.

🎙️#SpeakUpPod | What would you do if a natural disaster, illness or data breach disrupted your practice? This week, Anna Pannuzzo from WorkPlace PLUS joins us to talk business continuity and the value of planning for the unexpected. 🎧 bit.ly/3GSdZGM #RiskManagement

Join Professor Kirrie Ballard for a practical two-part workshop on the latest evidence in treating stroke-related & progressive Apraxia of Speech. Learn about key speech & motor patterns, timing-based treatment approaches & strategies for adapting therapy. bit.ly/4m9YhFZ

Now open: Speech Pathology Australia Research Grant Round 2 Submissions for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Grant and the New Researcher Grant close on 25 July. 👉 bit.ly/40CrqkA #SpeechPathology #EvidenceBasedPractice #Research

Join us to explore what the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards mean for communication & swallowing care in aged care and discover a new SPA resource to support speech pathologists in this space. 🗓 Tues 22 July | 12–1 pm AEST 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/44YAmCo

Too often, Acknowledgements of Country are delivered without real understanding. The Acknowledge This! webinar helps you move beyond routine, speak with purpose and understand the meaning behind each part of an Acknowledgement. 👉 bit.ly/40hxcrM

#SpeakUpPod | Live from #SPA2025Conf in Tarntanya / Adelaide – plenary presenter Dr Fiona Kerr & speech pathologist Ishwari Samarakoon unpack how #AI and tech can support communication, connection, a& ethical practice in speech pathology. bit.ly/44VLiR7 #SpeechPathology

A message from Lyn Brodie, Speech Pathology Australia CEO We know these are challenging times for many in our speech pathology community. Lyn explains the broader work happening behind the scenes to advocate for you. Have questions? Email [email protected]

#SpeakUpPod | The SPA Advisor team unpacks recent #NDIS changes, shares helpful resources, and reflects on the impact these changes are having on the wellbeing of speech pathologists. Plus, a thoughtful reflection on #NAIDOC2025. 🎙️bit.ly/3Gx8Rrl

Now open: Speech Pathology Australia Research Grant Round 2 Submissions for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Grant and the New Researcher Grant close on 25 July. Apply now 👉 bit.ly/40CrqkA #SpeechPathology #EvidenceBasedPractice #Research

SPA is proud to bring members access to the SBS Inclusion program, a powerful series of self-paced online courses that support inclusive, respectful workplaces. 👉 bit.ly/41GHktx #SBSInclusion #RespectfulWorkplace

🎙️ #SpeakUpPod | We bring you a live recording from the 2025 SPA Conference in Tarntanya, Adelaide. We speak with Helen Smith, who was honoured just the day before as SPA’s newest Life Member. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/402Z42S #SpeechPathology #SPA2025Conf

Speech Pathology Week is coming! Do you know a client whose journey shows how life-changing our work can be? Tell us via [email protected] Find out more: bit.ly/4eyZ4xH

Sharpen your skills in treating paediatric voice disorders with Associate Professor Cate Madill. Learn the elements of a voice assessment, identify red flags for further investigation and effective treatments for common voice disorders. bit.ly/3T4dNXu

Book of the Year Awards 2025 shortlist We’re proud to celebrate exceptional Australian books that nurture children’s language development & build strong literacy foundations – supporting families, educators, & our community across the country. bit.ly/4l8tOYN

Renew Your Membership Today Maximize your tax benefit and ensure continued access to professional support, resources, and recognition. If you're paying in instalments, renew today to keep your payment plan active. bit.ly/4kDLTNE #SPAMembership #SpeechPathology

Your work changes lives. Renew now to continue accessing the tools, advocacy, and community that power your impact. Renew by 30 Jun bit.ly/4kDLTNE

Kerry lives with Friedreich’s ataxia, which affects her speech, mobility and swallowing. #NDIS support helps her stay connected through speech pathology. But recent price cuts put that vital support at risk. Read the full article on The Senior: bit.ly/44wCH8q

🎙️ #SpeakUpPod: Chris Hunt and Dr Louisa Smith from LGBTIQ+ Health Australia’s Silver Rainbow program discuss ‘Supporting LGBTIQ+ individuals in Aged Care’. 🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/3ZRoGj8 #SpeechPathology #LGBTIQ+

We’re inviting submissions from the SPA 2025 Conference for the Special Conference Issue of the IJSLP. Find out more: bit.ly/3HXOvYs #SPA2025Conf