Welcome to the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors

In this Professional Spotlight, we talk to new ASORC Director Peta Siggers. Growing up in an Army family and later serving nearly 15 years as an ADF Medic, this month’s featured member brings a wealth of lived experience to Rehabilitation Counselling.

In this Professional Spotlight, we talk to ASORC student member Lauren Bowden who is nearing completion of a Master of Rehabilitation Counselling after 17 years working in employer-based injury management. With extensive experience across the private and public sectors, Lauren shares insights into balancing study with work, the rewards of rehabilitation counselling, and how the profession is evolving.

WorkCover Queensland has completed their annual update of the Allied Health Services Table of Costs for the 2025-2026 financial year. The updated fees are effective from 1 August 2025.

The Tasmanian Minister for Health has recently launched a Discussion Paper inviting all Tasmanians to contribute to the development of a new 20-Year Preventive Health Strategy.