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Read the latest news affecting the podiatry profession.

12 Dec 2024

More flexible English language pathways for practitioners registering in Australia

Key points National Boards’ English language skills registration standard has been revised to improve flexibility for applicants while keeping the public safe. The number of recognised countries has expanded, easing the red tape for practitioners relocating to Australia from those nations. The expansion is included in an advance copy of the revised Registration standard: English Language Skills which is due to come into effect by April 2025. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has also published its updated profession-specific English Language Skills registration standard. Any changes to the standard have been made with public safety as the paramount concern.
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05 Dec 2024

Options for guidance for podiatrists working with podiatric assistants

The Podiatry Board of Australia (Board) is consulting on proposed options for providing guidance to podiatrists working with assistants in their practice.
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04 Nov 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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28 Oct 2024

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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07 Oct 2024

2024 registration renewal for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons is open

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons are invited to renew their general, specialist or non-practising registration.
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30 Sep 2024

Have your say on a proposed change to the protected title for podiatric surgeons

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) is seeking feedback on a proposed change to the protected title for the specialty of podiatric surgery.
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26 Sep 2024

Podiatry Board developing a professional performance framework for podiatric surgeons

As part of its commitment to strengthening public protection and regulatory effectiveness the Podiatry Board of Australia (Board) is developing a Professional performance framework to ensure that all registered podiatric surgeons practise competently and ethically throughout their working lives.
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18 Sep 2024

Podiatry Board of Australia sets fee for 2024/25

Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced an increase in the annual registration fee for the podiatry profession for 2024/25.
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16 Sep 2024

Graduates finishing study in the next three months can apply for registration now

If you’re studying to become a podiatrist and are about to finish your course, you can apply for registration now.
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28 Aug 2024

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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22 Aug 2024

Applying your code of conduct to evolving technologies - AI in healthcare

Are you using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your practice?
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19 Aug 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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01 Aug 2024

Good virtual care practices

Over 25% of Australians have had at least one telehealth consultation for their own health in the last 12 months. 1
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17 Jun 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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04 Jun 2024

Have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard and supporting materials

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards invite you to have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard (the criminal history standard) and supporting documents.
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23 Apr 2024

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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27 Mar 2024

Title change for podiatric surgeons is one of 14 recommendations to improve safety

Key points Wide-ranging review finds a good standard of care is provided by podiatric surgeons, although a small number of practitioners generate a higher rate of notifications than those in similar professions. Recommendations pave the way to strengthen the professional development and regulation of podiatric surgeons. The Podiatry Board of Australia accepts podiatric surgeon title recommendation as one of the ways to help people better understand the profession and qualification.
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12 Mar 2024

Unregistered podiatrist fined after Ahpra prosecution

Key points Unregistered practitioner who produced a fake registration certificate has been convicted of holding themselves out as a registered podiatrist after their registration had lapsed. Fined $6000 by the Local Court of New South Wales and ordered to pay $4000 in legal costs. Charges laid by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
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06 Mar 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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12 Jan 2024

Call for applications for appointment to the Podiatry Board of Australia

There are multiple practitioner member and community member vacancies arising on the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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2023

27 Nov 2023

Have your say on draft guidelines for practitioners who perform and who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures

Ahpra and the National Boards are consulting on three documents related to the regulation of registered health practitioners who perform and who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
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01 Nov 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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23 Oct 2023

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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20 Oct 2023

Have your say about the regulation of podiatric surgeons

Patients, health practitioners, professional organisations and agencies are encouraged to share their views and experiences in a consultation that commenced today, as part of an independent review of the regulation of podiatric surgeons.
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05 Oct 2023

Review into regulation of podiatric surgeons

The Podiatry Board of Australia has launched an independent review of the regulation of podiatric surgeons.
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04 Oct 2023

Online renewal for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons is now open

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons are invited to renew their general,specialist or non-practising registration.
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20 Sep 2023

Podiatry Board of Australia sets fee for 2023/24

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced an increase in the annual registration fee for the podiatry profession for 2023/24.
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18 Sep 2023

Graduates finishing study in the next three months can apply for registration now

If you’re studying to become a podiatrist and are due to finish your course in the next three months, you can apply for registration now.
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03 Aug 2023

Have your say on the criminal history standard for registered health practitioners

Australia’s health practitioner regulator wants to hear from the community as it begins to review the national standard that sets the bar for criminal history for our registered health practitioners.
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24 Jul 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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26 Jun 2023

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the Podiatry Board of Australia have released results from surveys of practitioners’ sentiment and perceptions about our role and work.
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24 May 2023

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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26 Apr 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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26 Apr 2023

National Board now accepting additional English language tests

The National Boards who recognise the test pathway have agreed to accept additional English language tests to provide further flexibility to applicants applying for registration.
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21 Apr 2023

Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available

New Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available. The easier to understand information will help people who find it hard to read and understand English know what standards of conduct they can expect from a registered health practitioner.
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21 Apr 2023

New resources aim to support practitioners to manage health records

To help podiatrists and podiatric surgeons better understand and meet their health record management obligations, the Podiatry Board of Australia has developed two new health record management resources.
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14 Mar 2023

Call for applications – Registration and Notifications Committee of the Podiatry Board of Australia

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) is seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced registered podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for appointment to its Registration and Notifications Committee (the RNC).
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08 Feb 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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19 Jan 2023

Podiatrist suspended and reprimanded for practising while unregistered

A tribunal has reprimanded and suspended a podiatrist for practising while unregistered, and not holding professional indemnity insurance (PII).
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2022

16 Dec 2022

Public consultation on review of National Scheme accreditation arrangements

The National Boards and Ahpra are reviewing the current accreditation arrangements for the national health practitioner regulatory scheme to prepare for the next period to mid-2029.
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24 Nov 2022

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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22 Nov 2022

Health workforce boosted in another challenging year

There are now more registered health practitioners in every state and territory according to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards 2021/22 Annual report.
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21 Nov 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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09 Nov 2022

Call for applications for appointment as an assessor of online case studies

The Podiatry Board of Australia (Board) is seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced podiatrists to be appointed as an assessor of online case studies for the Board.
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25 Oct 2022

Victorian podiatrist suspended for failing to hold insurance

A Victorian podiatrist has been suspended for four months for professional misconduct, after failing to hold professional indemnity insurance (PII), making false declarations and providing false and/or misleading information.
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10 Oct 2022

Happy Foot Health Week 2022!

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) thanks podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for another year of hard work to help support Australians maintain the optimal health of their feet.
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04 Oct 2022

Online renewal for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons is now open

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons have until 30 November 2022 to renew their general, specialist or non-practising registration on time.
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30 Sep 2022

Call for applications for appointment to the Podiatry Board of Australia

There is a vacancy arising for a community member from any state or territory on the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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23 Sep 2022

Practitioners opt in to extend their registration on the pandemic sub-register

1,792 practitioners remain registered on the pandemic sub-register for another year, continuing to support the health system.
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21 Sep 2022

Podiatry Board of Australia registration fee remains frozen for 2022/23

The Podiatry Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced the annual registration fees for podiatrists for 2022/23.
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15 Sep 2022

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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12 Sep 2022

Registration now open for graduates set to finish study in next three months

Graduates set to complete their course in the next three months can take the first step in their new health career by applying for registration now.
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24 Aug 2022

Practitioners on the sub-register can opt in to extend their registration

Practitioners on the pandemic response sub-register who are currently practising can now opt in to extend their temporary registration so they can continue supporting the health system.
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28 Jul 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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13 Jul 2022

Have your say on the English language skills registration standards – public consultation opens today

Public consultation on the English language skills registration standards opens today. National Boards are inviting practitioners, community members, employers, education providers and other stakeholders to have their say.
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29 Jun 2022

Code of conduct for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons in effect today

The revised Code of conduct (the code) for the podiatry profession comes into effect today with resources to help practitioners understand and apply the code also published.
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26 May 2022

The Board welcomes new Podiatry Accreditation Committee members

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) welcomes two new members and the reappointment of four inaugural members to the Podiatry Accreditation Committee (the Committee).
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24 May 2022

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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19 May 2022

Professional capabilities come to life as new video launched

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has launched a video highlighting the new Professional capabilities for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons.
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10 May 2022

The Board consults on a revised registration standard for specialist registration

The Podiatry Board of Australia (Board) is keen to hear from practitioners, the community and organisations about proposed changes to the registration standard for specialist registration.
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09 May 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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06 Apr 2022

Advance copy: Revised Code of conduct for 12 professions

Twelve National Boards have published an advance copy of their revised shared Code of conduct (the code) and are encouraging practitioners to familiarise themselves with it before it comes into effect on 29 June 2022.
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06 Apr 2022

Advance copy: Revised Code of conduct for 12 professions

06 Apr 2022

2021 pandemic response sub-register gets a boost

More than 20,000 health practitioners are now on the 2021 pandemic response sub-register after practitioners on the 2020 sub-register opted in to extend their temporary registration.
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14 Feb 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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14 Feb 2022

Call for applications – Registration and Notifications Committee of the Podiatry Board of Australia

01 Feb 2022

Supervised practice framework in effect

The Supervised practice framework (the framework) developed by the Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) along with 12 other National Boards1 and Ahpra, is in effect from today.
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2021

31 Dec 2021

New professional capabilities take effect on 1 January 2022

The Podiatry Board of Australia’s (the Board) new professional capabilities for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons come into effect on 1 January 2022.
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21 Dec 2021

Facilitating access to care in a COVID-19 environment: Guidance for health practitioners

Ahpra and the National Boards recognise that registered health practitioners have led the remarkable public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia and commend them for their sustained efforts.
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16 Dec 2021

Ahpra welcomes consultation on surgeon title

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) welcomes the announcement by Health Ministers to review the use of the title ‘surgeon’.
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29 Nov 2021

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards have released results from surveys to retest practitioner and broader community sentiment and perceptions about our role and work.
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24 Nov 2021

Annual report: Registered health practitioners grow with paramedics leading the charge

A continued growth in the registered health workforce is highlighted in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) 2020/21 Annual report.
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19 Nov 2021

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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09 Nov 2021

Advance copy of supervised practice framework published

Twelve National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have published an advance copy of the Supervised practice framework (the framework).
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29 Oct 2021

Call for applications - Appointment to the Podiatry Accreditation Committee

Applications are now open from interested persons for appointment to the Podiatry Accreditation Committee (the Committee).
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28 Oct 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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12 Oct 2021

National Board thanks podiatry profession for professionalism and ongoing commitment during COVID-19

During Foot Health Week, the Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) thanks podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for their professionalism, resilience and ongoing commitment to the foot health of all Australians.
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06 Oct 2021

Online renewal for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons is now open

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons have until 30 November 2021 to renew their general, specialist or non-practising registration.
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05 Oct 2021

Revised regulatory principles – supporting trust and confidence in regulated health professions

The revised regulatory principles encourage a culturally safe, responsive and risk-based approach to regulation.
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22 Sep 2021

Thousands more health practitioners granted temporary registration able to join the pandemic response

From today, thousands of extra health practitioners can join the COVID-19 response through a new temporary sub-register established by Ahpra and the National Boards.
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17 Sep 2021

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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15 Sep 2021

Graduating soon? Be ready to start work – apply now

Once you are registered, you can work as a podiatrist anywhere in Australia.
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14 Sep 2021

Podiatry Board of Australia registration fee remains frozen for 2021-22

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for 2021-22.
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06 Sep 2021

Call for applications - List of Approved Persons for hearing panels

Applications are being sought for appointment to the List of Approved Persons (LAP) for hearing panels from active and engaged consumers or community advisors who can represent the interests of the community and health practitioners who hold registration with one of the following professions:
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01 Sep 2021

New professional capabilities for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has published new professional capabilities for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons. These will come into effect 1 January 2022.
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01 Sep 2021

Podiatry accreditation standards

The Podiatry Accreditation Committee has released new accreditation standards for podiatry education programs following approval by the Podiatry Board of Australia under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law, as in force in each state and territory (National Law).
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30 Aug 2021

COVID-19 and vaccines: Get the best advice for you and your family

You need reliable, evidence-based information to be able to make good choices about your healthcare. But in a climate thick with commentary about COVID-19 and vaccines, how do you sort fact from fiction? A joint statement from Ahpra and the National Boards, the Health Care Complaints Commission, the Office of the Health Ombudsman and the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
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23 Aug 2021

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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03 Aug 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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03 Aug 2021

Rural healthcare: the student perspective

Caring for rural and remote communities can be a challenging and rewarding career path. In our latest Taking care episode, we speak with three health students on their study journey and how they are supporting their communities.
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30 Jun 2021

No place for sexism, sexual harassment or violence in healthcare

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards are reminding practitioners that there is no place for sexism, sexual harassment or gendered violence in healthcare.
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11 Jun 2021

We want to hear from you on the shared Code of conduct

Have your say on the shared Code of conduct (the code) which sets out the expected professional behaviour and conduct for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons and promotes safe care to help protect the public.
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01 Jun 2021

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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12 May 2021

Have your say on the professional behaviour crucial to public safety

Twelve National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have launched a public consultation on a revised shared Code of conduct for 12 registered health professions across Australia.
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07 May 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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22 Apr 2021

Welcome, podiatry graduates – a video message from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has released a short video to introduce new graduates to the profession.
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23 Mar 2021

Help strengthen public protection: Consultation on revised regulatory principles for the National Scheme now open

The National Boards and Ahpra are seeking public feedback on revised regulatory principles for the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (National Scheme).
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09 Mar 2021

Registered health practitioners and students: What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout

The National Boards and Ahpra have published a joint statement today to help registered health practitioners and students understand what’s expected of them in giving, receiving and advising on and sharing information about COVID-19 vaccines.
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10 Feb 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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15 Jan 2021

Call for applications for appointment to the Podiatry Board of Australia

There are multiple practitioner member and community member vacancies arising on the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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11 Jan 2021

Call for applications - Podiatry list of approved accreditation assessors

The Podiatry Accreditation Committee (the Accreditation Committee) is seeking expressions of interest from individuals with the relevant expertise to be included on a list of approved accreditation assessors who may be appointed to accreditation assessment teams.
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08 Jan 2021

Interested in becoming a National Board member? Register now for our upcoming webinar to find out what is involved

Are you passionate about healthcare and protecting the public? Would you like to know more about the role of Board members in the National Scheme regulating registered health practitioners from 16 professions?
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2020

22 Dec 2020

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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15 Dec 2020

Podiatry Accreditation Committee public consultation underway

The Podiatry Accreditation Committee is calling for feedback on draft proposed professional capabilities and accreditation standards.
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14 Dec 2020

Guidelines for responsible advertising in effect today

Revised advertising guidelines to support responsible advertising, including by registered health practitioners, are in effect from today.
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17 Nov 2020

Revised advertising guidelines are now available

Health practitioners are encouraged to check and correct their advertising to make sure it complies with revised guidelines released today.
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17 Nov 2020

Podcast: Responsible advertising by regulated health services

Advertising is something we are all exposed to in our day-to-day lives and this includes advertising by health practitioners for their services.
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30 Oct 2020

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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19 Oct 2020

Online renewal for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons is now open

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons are due to renew their general, specialist or non-practising registration by 30 November 2020.
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18 Sep 2020

Podiatrist disqualified for transgressing professional boundaries

A tribunal has disqualified a podiatrist for six months for transgressing professional boundaries.
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18 Sep 2020

Podiatry Board of Australia registration fee frozen for 2020–21

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for 2020–21.
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14 Sep 2020

Graduating soon? What you need to know for graduate registration as a podiatrist

In your final year of an approved program of study and looking forward to starting work as a podiatrist?
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28 Aug 2020

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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19 Aug 2020

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards have released results from the second annual survey of stakeholder understanding and perceptions of our role and work.
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23 Jun 2020

Board releases new guidelines for practitioners and students on blood-borne viruses

The Podiatry Board of Australia is encouraging practitioners and students to review the new Guidelines for registered health practitioners and students in relation to blood-borne viruses before they take effect on 6 July 2020.
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16 Jun 2020

Podcast: A glimpse of health care in our rural and remote communities

The latest in Ahpra’s Taking care podcast series is now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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01 May 2020

COVID-19 update to podiatrists and podiatric surgeons

Governments have imposed social distancing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus which causes COVID-19. Commonwealth, state and territory governments are directing Australians to stay at home and limit their travel to essentials, such as food shopping, caring for elderly relatives and necessary medical or healthcare appointments.
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22 Apr 2020

The role of telehealth now and post the pandemic – new podcast ep live

Telehealth is emerging as an important change to patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic with health practitioners across many professions offering phone or online consultations to support their patients.
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17 Apr 2020

No place for racism in healthcare

The Australian Indigenous Doctors’ Association (AIDA) issued a media release detailing occasions of medical practitioners denying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples access to culturally safe healthcare seeking testing for COVID-19.
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03 Apr 2020

Third statement from National Boards and Ahpra

As we continue to face the biggest public health challenge of our lives, responding to the COVID-19 pandemic will test our health system and each of us like nothing before it.
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31 Mar 2020

Ahpra work continues remotely as in-person services temporarily suspended

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) staff are working remotely to serve health practitioners and the public across Australia while in-person services are temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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31 Mar 2020

False and misleading advertising on COVID-19

Ahpra and National Boards recognise the vital role of registered health practitioners in treating and containing the COVID-19 emergency.
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30 Mar 2020

Sydney office temporarily closed to public access but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Sydney.
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27 Mar 2020

Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart, Darwin offices temporarily closed to public access but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart and Darwin.
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27 Mar 2020

COVID-19 update to podiatrists and podiatric surgeons

The current coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak is a rapidly changing situation. The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) acknowledges the important role of podiatrists and podiatric surgeons in containing the spread of the virus.
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27 Mar 2020

Responding to COVID-19: Changes to presenting-in-person requirements

As an interim measure to help boost the Australian healthcare workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve made changes to the presenting-in-person requirements for internationally qualified practitioners.
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27 Mar 2020

Online uploads for documents

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) has introduced an online upload service to receive applications, forms and supporting documents as part of the response to the way individuals are registered in the context of COVID-19.
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26 Mar 2020

Our Perth office is temporarily closed to the public but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Perth.
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25 Mar 2020

Statement from Ahpra and the National Boards in response to COVID-19

Registered health practitioners, in this unprecedented situation, are playing a vital role in treating and containing the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. We know you are working to keep people safe in a demanding and fast-changing environment.
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13 Mar 2020

Statement from the Podiatry Board and Ahpra in response to COVID-19

Registered health practitioners play a vital role in treating and containing the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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02 Mar 2020

Changes to mandatory notifications requirements in effect 1 March

Amendments to the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (National Law) requirements on mandatory notifications came into effect on 1 March 2020.
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26 Feb 2020

A strategy for embedding cultural safety into the health system launching tomorrow

An ambitious Strategy from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health experts, regulators and health organisations committed to embedding cultural safety into the health system will be released tomorrow.
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07 Feb 2020

Revised guidelines on mandatory notifications released

The National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have today published an advance copy of the revised mandatory notification guidelines (the guidelines) and supporting resources.
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22 Jan 2020

Ahpra and National Boards welcome policy directions

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards have welcomed two new policy directions from the COAG Health Council which reinforce that Ahpra and National Boards are to prioritise public protection in the work of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (the National Scheme).
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2019

16 Dec 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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13 Dec 2019

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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13 Dec 2019

Example portfolio of evidence for endorsement for scheduled medicines

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has published an example portfolio of evidence to help practitioners understand the requirements for endorsement for scheduled medicines.
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29 Nov 2019

Podiatry regulation at work: Protecting the public in 2018/19

A profession-specific statistical summary and a report from the Chair that covers the work of the Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) over the 12 months to 30 June 2019 is now available online.
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11 Nov 2019

New social media guide

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and National Boards have published a new guide to help registered health practitioners understand and meet their obligations when using social media.
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05 Nov 2019

Graduates: What you need to know for registration

Are you in your final year of an approved program of study to become a podiatrist?
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31 Oct 2019

AHPRA and National Boards release social research project results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and National Boards have released results from a social research project aimed at helping us understand perceptions about us and our work.
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31 Oct 2019

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons encouraged to renew registration by 30 November

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons have until 30 November 2019 to renew their registration on time.
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23 Oct 2019

AHPRA and National Boards update logos

Simplified logos for AHPRA and the National Boards will be rolled out over coming months.
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17 Oct 2019

National Board recognises the important role of podiatrists in the community

This Foot Health Week, the Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) acknowledges registered podiatrists and podiatric surgeons and their contribution to optimal foot health of the Australian community.
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07 Oct 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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03 Oct 2019

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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20 Sep 2019

Call for applications

There is a vacancy for a community member on the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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19 Sep 2019

Podiatry Board of Australia registration fee remains frozen for 2019/20

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for 2019/20.
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11 Sep 2019

Have your say on the latest National Board and AHPRA consultations

Public consultations are underway to boost patient safety across Australia.
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06 Sep 2019

Consultation open for podiatry profession on blood borne viruses guidelines

The Podiatry Board of Australia, in partnership with the Dental, Medical, Nursing and Midwifery and Paramedicine Boards of Australia, has opened consultation on the draft Guidelines for registered health practitioners and students in relation to blood borne viruses (the draft guidelines).
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09 Jul 2019

Chair and Deputy Chair of Podiatry Accreditation Committee announced

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Meeuwis Boelen as the inaugural Chair of the Podiatry Accreditation Committee and Mr Mark Gilheany as the Deputy Chair.
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09 Jul 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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14 Jun 2019

Podiatry Board of Australia member recognised in Queen’s Birthday honours

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) congratulates Dr Janice ‘Jan’ Davies who was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in this year’s Queen’s Birthday honours.
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05 Jun 2019

Accreditation Committee membership announced

The membership of the new Podiatry Accreditation Committee has been announced by the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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29 May 2019

Company fined $30,600 for unlawful advertising

A Sydney company has been convicted of 10 charges related to advertising offences in a New South Wales local court following charges laid by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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14 May 2019

Accredtation Functions

Following a scheduled review of accreditation arrangements that was undertaken across all National Boards, the Podiatry Board of Australia (Board) decided in July 2018 that the accreditation functions for the podiatry profession will be exercised by an independent accreditation committee established by the Board for a five-year period from 1 July 2019.
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14 May 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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14 May 2019

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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13 May 2019

Podiatry Board launches videos to support practitioners applying for an endorsement for scheduled medicines

The Podiatry Board of Australia set the requirements for a podiatrist or podiatric surgeon to have their registration endorsed for scheduled medicines. New videos are now available to help practitioners understand the requirements for endorsement.
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08 May 2019

Practitioners’ responsibility to support public health programs

Australia’s health regulators have reminded health practitioners about their responsibility to support public health programs, including vaccination.
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08 Apr 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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19 Mar 2019

New resource focuses on titles in health advertising

A new resource to help practitioners understand their legal obligations when using titles in health advertising is now available.
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15 Mar 2019

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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27 Feb 2019

Podiatry regulation at work: Protecting the public 2017/18

A profession-specific annual report summary that looks into the work of the Podiatry Board of Australia over the year to 30 June 2018 has now been published.
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09 Jan 2019

Accreditation arrangements for the podiatry profession

09 Jan 2019

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to the Podiatry Accreditation Committee
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09 Jan 2019

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communiqué.
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2018

21 Nov 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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15 Nov 2018

About to graduate? Apply for registration online now

Are you in your final year of an approved program of study to become a podiatrist?
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01 Nov 2018

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons have until 30 November 2018 to renew their registration on time.
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29 Oct 2018

National Boards support more public information on register

Changes to the national Register of practitioners will make it easier to access public information about health practitioners across Australia.
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26 Sep 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia has published its latest newsletter.
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10 Sep 2018

New results format for OET English language test; registration standards remain unchanged

The Occupational English Test (OET) will be publishing test results in an updated format soon.
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10 Sep 2018

Podiatry Board of Australia sets fee for 2018/19

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for 2018/19.
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03 Sep 2018

Request for tender: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety training

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) invites experienced parties to develop and deliver Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety training by either a sole supplier who can deliver services nationally or a panel of suppliers locally.
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22 Aug 2018

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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08 Aug 2018

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communiqué.
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03 Aug 2018

Call for applications for appointment to the List of Approved Persons for panels

Applications are being sought from health practitioners who hold registration with one of the 15 regulated health professions as well as active and engaged consumers or community advisors.
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01 Aug 2018

Revised endorsement for scheduled medicines registration standard takes effect today

12 Jan 2018

Call for applications - national boards

Updated: 22 February 2018 Applications closed for community members, late applications will be accepted for the practitioner member vacancies until Friday 09 March 2018 5pm AEST.
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Individual annual report summaries for each state and territory, offering insights into how the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme is operating across Australia, have now been published.
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Local reports have today been released for each state and territory on Australia’s regulatory scheme for health practitioners, providing a unique insight on local outcomes within a national scheme.
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02 Feb 2016

Revised standard for recency of practice published today

A revised registration standard for recency of practice has today been published by the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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20 Jan 2016

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to the Podiatry Board of Australia’s list of approved persons for appointment to panels.
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2015

22 Dec 2015

Health practitioner regulation: Learn how you’re protected

A new video and an accompanying infographic explaining the Australia-wide scheme that is in place to protect members of the public were launched today by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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22 Dec 2015

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communiqué.
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14 Dec 2015

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communiqué.
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10 Dec 2015

Revised standards for PII arrangements published today

A revised registration standard for Professional indemnity insurance (PII) arrangements has today been published by the Podiatry Board of Australia.
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03 Dec 2015

Are you a graduate applying for registration?

Read this important information that explains what you need to know.
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03 Dec 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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01 Dec 2015

Revised CPD registration standard takes effect from today

A revised continuing professional development (CPD) registration standard1 takes effect today.
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20 Nov 2015

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Podiatrists and podiatric surgeons have until 30 November to renew their registration to avoid paying a late fee.
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18 Nov 2015

National drug screening protocol

There are health practitioners with a history of substance misuse who have restrictions placed on their registration. These restrictions are generally designed to keep the public safe while the practitioner remains in practice.
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16 Nov 2015

Final-year students urged to apply for registration online now

Final-year students who will soon complete an approved program of study can go online now to apply for registration before they graduate.
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12 Nov 2015

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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06 Nov 2015

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communiqué.
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06 Nov 2015

2014/15 National Scheme annual report launched

The 2014/15 annual report: AHPRA and National Boards has been published.
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30 Oct 2015

Revised CPD registration standard for all podiatrists and podiatric surgeons published today

The Podiatry Board of Australia, which regulates Australia’s registered podiatrists and podiatric surgeons, has published the revised continuing professional development (CPD) registration standard which will come into effect on 1 December 2015.
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16 Oct 2015

Board and AHPRA publish health profession agreement

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) have published the health profession agreement (HPA) for 2015/16.
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01 Oct 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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29 Sep 2015

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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28 Sep 2015

Online renewal of registration is now open

Online renewal of registration is now open for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons registered in Australia.
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11 Sep 2015

Update your contact details to receive registration renewal reminders

Are your contact details up to date? Registration renewal reminders will be sent to registrants soon.
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03 Sep 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Sep 2015

Podiatry Board of Australia sets fee for 2015/16

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) has announced that the national registration fee for podiatrists and podiatric surgeons for 2015/16 has been reduced.
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18 Aug 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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10 Aug 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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07 Jul 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Jul 2015

Revised English language and criminal history standards take effect today

Revised English language and criminal history standards take effect from today.
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05 Jun 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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03 Jun 2015

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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21 May 2015

Revised criminal history registration standard will take effect from 1 July

A revised criminal history registration standard will come in to effect for all registrants from 1 July 2015.
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21 May 2015

Revised English language skills registration standards taking effect from 1 July

Revised English language skills registration standards take effect from 1 July for all registrants.
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21 May 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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18 May 2015

New info for podiatry students and graduates

From today, podiatry students and graduates have a new way of finding out about becoming a registered podiatrist.
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05 May 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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04 May 2015

Call for views on how we approach regulation

National Boards and AHPRA are seeking feedback through an online survey on the regulatory principles that were launched in July last year.
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02 Apr 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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25 Mar 2015

Security alert - keep your web browser updated

We are making changes to our websites to make sure that your information is kept safe.
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10 Mar 2015

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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05 Mar 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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24 Feb 2015

New standard to be implemented

The Podiatry Board of Australia’s new specialist registration standard takes effect from today.
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18 Feb 2015

Adelaide office closed for relocation

The Adelaide office will be closed for relocation from Thursday 19 February 2015 and will re-open on Monday 23 February 2015 at 12.00pm.
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16 Feb 2015

AHPRA strengthens national drug screening

AHPRA and National Boards to introduce hair testing for all practitioners with substance related impairment.
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04 Feb 2015

New approach to international criminal history checks launches today

A new procedure for checking international criminal history that provides greater public protection takes effect today.
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The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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26 Feb 2014

Podiatry Board of Australia to hold forum in Melbourne

The Podiatry Board of Australia (the Board) invites Victoria podiatrists and podiatric surgeons to attend a breakfast forum in Melbourne in March.
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14 Feb 2014

Media release

The National Boards have published revised guidelines and codes of conduct, and a new social media policy, which come into effect from mid-March.
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Applications are open for the National Scheme Community Reference Group.
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2012

20 Dec 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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20 Dec 2012

Panel member vacancies - Podiatry Board of Australia

Call for nominations or expressions of interest for health practitioners and community members to join the Podiatry Board of Australia's List of approved persons for panel appointments.
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30 Nov 2012

Podiatry Board of Australia publishes guidelines for supervision of podiatrists

The Podiatry Board of Australia has released Guidelines for supervision of podiatrists which set out the principles the Board considers central to safe and effective supervision in a range of clinical contexts.
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27 Nov 2012

AHPRA launches new searchable list for approved courses

For the first time Australians now have immediate access to a comprehensive, easily searchable national list of approved programs of study for health practitioners.
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26 Nov 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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20 Nov 2012

Time running out to renew registration by 30 November

Time is running out for podiatrists to renew their registration which is due by 30 November.
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14 Nov 2012

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Newsletter.
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12 Nov 2012

Making a safer health system for you

AHPRA has partnered with Consumers Health Forum Australia to hold a series of community forums for members of the public to learn about health practitioner regulation.
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01 Nov 2012

National Boards and AHPRA release 2012 Annual Report

The annual report of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the National Boards has been published.
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30 Oct 2012

Panel member vacancies - Podiatry Board of Australia

Call for nominations or expressions of interest for health practitioners and community members to join the Podiatry Board of Australia's List of approved persons for panel appointments
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25 Oct 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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18 Oct 2012

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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05 Oct 2012

Media Release

Students of podiatry who will graduate soon can go online now to apply for registration as a health practitioner.
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04 Oct 2012

Media Release

The Board releases its latest media release.
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27 Sep 2012

Media Release

Podiatrists are urged to renew registration online and by 30 November.
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21 Sep 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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14 Sep 2012

National Boards will consult publicly on social media policy

The National Boards' preliminary consultation on social media will be followed by a public consultation phase.
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03 Sep 2012

Media Release

National Board and AHPRA increase transparency and publish Health Profession Agreement.
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31 Aug 2012

Endorsement for scheduled medicines update

The Podiatry Board of Australia has set a currency period of seven years for knowledge in podiatric therapeutics for the purpose of an endorsement for scheduled medicines.
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30 Aug 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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29 Aug 2012

Consultation Paper Released

The Podiatry Board consults on proposed options in relation to acupuncture for the podiatry profession.
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08 Aug 2012

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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03 Aug 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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31 Jul 2012

National Board membership announced

Health ministers have announced changes to the membership of the 10 National Boards originally appointed in 2009.
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09 Jul 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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25 Jun 2012

National Boards consult on international criminal history checks

Consultation open on options for refining international criminal history checks used to assess applications for registration, closes 17 August 2012.
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21 Jun 2012

Newsletter from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases a newsletter.
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08 Jun 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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04 Jun 2012

Students urged to apply online for a smooth path from study to work

Students about to graduate as health practitioners are urged to go online to apply early for registration and smooth the path from study to work.
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14 May 2012

Board releases guidance on registration

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases guidance on when to be registered.
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08 May 2012

Media Release

Quarterly registered health practitioner data released.
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04 May 2012

WA forum announced

The Podiatry Board of Australia announces forum to be held in Western Australia.
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02 May 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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30 Apr 2012

Board updates course codes for CPR training packages

The Podiatry Board of Australia updates course codes for CPR training packages.
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30 Apr 2012

Information sheet released for re-entry to practice

The Board releases an information sheet to provide guidance to practitioners returning to practice after an absence.
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11 Apr 2012

Communiqué from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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05 Apr 2012

Consultation Paper Released

The Podiatry Board of Australia is consulting on proposed Limited Registration Standards for podiatrists.
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05 Apr 2012

Consultation Paper Released

The Podiatry Board of Australia is consulting on proposed Guidelines for supervision of podiatrists.
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19 Mar 2012

Board releases a sample log sheet

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases a sample log sheet for Endorsement of Scheduled Medicines.
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29 Feb 2012

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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27 Feb 2012

Tasmania Forum Announced

The Podiatry Board of Australia announces forum to be held in Tasmania.
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09 Feb 2012

The Podiatry Board Releases a Consultation Paper

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases a consultation paper on Specialist Registration Standards
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07 Feb 2012

Communique from the Board

The Podiatry Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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27 Jan 2012

New Advertising Fact Sheet and FAQ

AHPRA releases new Advertising Fact Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions.
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The Podiatry Board of Australia has set its 2012 registration fees.
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18 May 2011

Podiatrists in NSW urged to renew by 30 June

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
The Podiatry Board of Australia urges podiatrists in NSW to renew registration by 30 June.
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16 May 2011

Online applications smooth path from study to work

29 Apr 2011

New look AHPRA website to improve service to practitioners

18 Apr 2011

Snapshot of National Registers

Statement from AHPRA
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05 Apr 2011

AHPRA Delivers Student Register

11 Feb 2011

Update on Lapsed Practitioners

25 Jan 2011

AHPRA reminds practitioners to renew if due!

Statement from AHPRA
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20 Jan 2011

New AHPRA online service to check receipt of registration renewal

18 Jan 2011

Difficulties Reaching AHPRA on 1300 Phone Number

2010

21 Dec 2010

Media release: AHPRA on track for 2011 student registration

15 Dec 2010

Communiqué from the Board

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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14 Dec 2010

Consultation Paper Released

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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07 Dec 2010

Educational assessors wanted

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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07 Dec 2010

Media Release: guidelines aim to align prescribing list

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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03 Dec 2010

Endorsement for scheduled medicines application notes released

12 Nov 2010

Annual Report 2009-10 for the National Boards and AHPRA

Statement from AHPRA
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10 Nov 2010

Registration Renewals for Podiatrists

05 Nov 2010

Consultation paper released

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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01 Nov 2010

Scheduled Medicines Endorsement update

30 Sep 2010

Foot Health Week in October 2010

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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30 Sep 2010

Alert - Application Form from Medical Register of Australia

Statement from AHPRA
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13 Sep 2010

AHPRA on the Move!

Statement from AHPRA
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13 Sep 2010

Easy online renewal of registration for practitioners

Statement from AHPRA
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09 Aug 2010

Have you left your renewal too late?

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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02 Aug 2010

Need more information about your registration?

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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30 Jul 2010

What do I do if my registration is about to expire?

Statement from the Podiatry Board of Australia
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28 Jul 2010

Is your registration renewal due now?

23 Jul 2010

Reminder regarding PII arrangements

Statement from AHPRA
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02 Jul 2010

New Requirements for Continuing Professional Development and Recency of Practice

Statement from AHPRA
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01 Jul 2010

Failed to renew registration due on 30 June 2010?

Statement from AHPRA
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