ARATA is a national association whose purpose is to serve as a forum for information sharing and liaison between people who are involved with the use, prescription, customisation, supply and ongoing support of assistive technology.
Our focus is the advancement of rehabilitation and assistive technology in Australia, through activities including conferences, special interest groups, website, listserver, membership directory and a newsletter.
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ARATA is a founding member of the Global Alliance of Assistive Technology Organisations (GAATO). GAATO is a non-profit informal association of legally established membership organisations from different countries or world regions. Our mission is to advance the field of assistive technology (AT) and rehabilitation engineering (RE) to benefit people with disabilities and functional limitations of all ages. The Alliance is committed to the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
ARATA is also a member of the Coalition on Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology in Asia (CREATE Asia), aiming to facilitate the advancement of Rehabilitation (RE) and Assistive Technologies (AT) and promote the adoption of these technologies by the people of Asia. Fellow signatories include AT and RE services in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand.
ATSA Independent Living Expo - Sydney
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13 May 2026
- 14 May 2026
For more than 25 years the ATSA Independent Living Expo has been Australia’s foremost exhibition for assistive technology, rehabilitation and aged care equipment as exhibitors display products and services in mobility solutions, pressure care, employment support, accessible recreation, holiday ideas, modified motor vehicles and more.
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ATSA Independent Living Expo - Brisbane
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20 May 2026
- 21 May 2026
For more than 25 years the ATSA Independent Living Expo has been Australia’s foremost exhibition for assistive technology, rehabilitation and aged care equipment as exhibitors display products and services in mobility solutions, pressure care, employment support, accessible recreation, holiday ideas, modified motor vehicles and more.
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Telehealth for Rehabilitation & Assistive Technology
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26 May 2026
- 26 May 2026
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- 4.00pm AEST - 5.30pm AEST
Learn about telehealth applications for rehabilitation and assistive technology, as well as the development of a platform to improve eye gaze and AAC access to telehealth.
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ARATA submits feedback to the Joint Standing Committee inquiry into the integrity of the NDIS
04 May 2026
The submission highlights systemic issues affecting the scheme's integrity, particularly in relation to assistive technology and home modifications. ARATA emphasizes the need for strengthened planning processes, clearer standards, and proactive oversight to prevent avoidable harm and ensure participant safety.
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ARATA statement in response to Minister Butler's NDIS reform announcement
04 May 2026
ARATA expresses concerns about the proposed NDIS Reform, citing uncertainty and potential reduced access to essential assistive technology and home modifications. ARATA emphasizes the need for careful implementation, clear pathways, and robust workforce capabilities to ensure sustainable and equitable reforms.
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AATC26 - Conference Update
27 April 2026
The AATC organising committee is thrilled to announce that registration for AATC 26 is now open!
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