AACMA Newsletter - 14 March 2025
14 March 2025
This Issue:
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Cyclone Alfred: Support for Businesses Provided by the State and Federal Governments
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AACMAC 2025: Secure Your Spot with Early-Bird Savings & Flexible Payment Plans!
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AACMA Webinars Coming Up
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Queensland Health to Recruit for Various Specialist Panels of Assessors with QCAT
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Endeavour College of Natural Health to Recruit Clinic Supervisor in Gold Coast & Perth
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Updates from Beyond Blue
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Health Sector Women’s Leadership Scholarship: Apply Now
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AACMA Communities Now Live: Connect, Share, and Collaborate!
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Moving or Adding a New Clinic?
Cyclone Alfred: Support for Businesses Provided by the State and Federal Governments
To all our members impacted by Cyclone Alfred and the aftermath, AACMA is here to help you if you need.
Below we provide information on a range of support and assistance packages available for eligible small businesses who were affected by Cyclone Alfred.
For any members whose business has been affected, the Insurance Council of Australia provides information and guidance on flood insurance which can be accessed here.
Legal Aid Qld offers advice and provides a guide to getting your insurance claim paid.
Contact the company that insures your business, they will provide information on making a claim and what your policy covers.
The Federal Government offers assistance for businesses impacted by natural disasters to help get those businesses up and running again.
Business Queensland is also offering natural disaster payments and financial help to eligible businesses in the Brisbane, Bundaberg, Fraser Coast, Gold Coast, Gympie, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Logan, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Southern Downs, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba local government areas.
In NSW, the government is also helping businesses get back to business.
If your business has been impacted by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, resources and guidance are available to assist you with your business recovery. Use the Small Business Commissioner's guides for actions to take over the next days, weeks and months ahead, including understanding the insurance claims process to assist getting your claim processed smoothly.
Understand your rights and responsibilities under a retail or commercial lease agreement, or contact the NSW Small Business Commissioner's Customer Service Team on 1300 795 534.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred grants, payments and financial support is also provided for NSW businesses
Please contact the AACMA office - aacma@acupuncture.org.au if you have any questions or further needs to get you back in clinic for your patients.
AACMAC 2025: Secure Your Spot with Early-Bird Savings & Flexible Payment Plans!
Excitement is building for AACMAC 2025, the premier event for acupuncture and Chinese medicine professionals. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, connect with like-minded practitioners, or gain up to 40 CPD hours, this year’s conference is shaping up to be unmissable!
Early-Bird Tickets – Save 10%
The early-bird sale is now live, offering 10% off full-price tickets for a limited time. This is your chance to lock in the best price while securing your place at Australia’s leading acupuncture and Chinese medicine conference.
Why book early?
- Save money with the discounted rate
- Secure your spot before tickets sell out
- Get ahead with your CPD planning for the year
Exclusive Payment Plan: Available Only to AACMA Members
AACMA members can now spread the cost of their ticket with an exclusive five-month payment plan.
How it works:
- Pay in five instalments from March to July 2025
- No extra fees – just a convenient way to manage your budget
- Available only to AACMA members
This is a flexible way to secure your AACMAC 2025 ticket without a large upfront payment.
AACMAC 2025 REGISTRATION FORM FOR PAYMENT PLAN
The Conference Program: Final Schedule Coming Soon
This year, we received 50 high-quality abstract submissions from esteemed practitioners, researchers, and educators. Our committee is carefully curating a program that delivers cutting-edge insights, practical workshops, and high-value content.
What to expect:
- A diverse range of clinical and research-based presentations
- Interactive workshops and case studies
- Insights from some of the most respected names in the field
- The final program is set for release by the end of March.
Unbeatable Value: Earn Up to 40 CPD Hours
AACMAC 2025 provides an opportunity to exceed your annual CPD requirements in one event.
Why attend?
- Earn up to 40 CPD hours with live and recorded sessions
- Learn from leading experts across various specialties
- Stay up to date with the latest evidence-based approaches in acupuncture and Chinese medicine
Whether you attend live, online, or on-demand, you will have multiple opportunities to enhance your skills and deepen your knowledge.
Flexible Learning: Attend In-Person, Livestream, or On-Demand
Every practitioner has different learning preferences and schedules, which is why AACMAC 2025 offers multiple ways to participate:
- In-person: Experience the full conference with face-to-face networking, workshops, and social events.
- Livestream: Join from anywhere and interact with speakers in real time.
- On-demand: Complimentary access to recordings for up to three months post-event.
No matter where you are, you can engage with world-class content at your own pace.
Bonus Perks for In-Person Attendees
For those attending in Brisbane, there are additional benefits.
Hands-On Workshops with Industry Leaders
Keynote speakers Jason Robertson and Felip Caudet will deliver interactive workshops designed to refine techniques and enhance practice. These sessions will be highly practical, offering delegates an opportunity to learn from experts in real time.
Gala Dinner – Celebrate in Style for Just $99
The conference AACMAC is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special gala dinner at Sofitel Brisbane Central.
What’s included:
- A three-course meal featuring premium cuisine
- Drinks included throughout the evening
- A chance to connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting
At only $99 per ticket, this is an opportunity to celebrate the profession in a sophisticated venue.
Secure Your AACMAC 2025 Ticket Today
With early-bird savings, flexible payment plans, and an outstanding conference program on the way, now is the time to register.
Register now at www.aacmac.org.au
We look forward to welcoming you.
AACMA Webinars Coming Up
Enhancing Digital Marketing for TCM Practitioners
Date: Wednesday 26th March 2025
Time: 8:00-9:00pm (AEDT) / 7:00-8:00pm (AEST) / 5:00-6:00pm (AWST)
Speaker: Wade Kuhn
CPD: 1 point (professional issues, practitioner interaction if you attend live)
How to Work with Doctors
Date: Wednesday 16th April 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00pm (AEST) / 5:00-6:00pm (AWST)
Speaker: Rod Martin
CPD: 1 point (professional issues, practitioner interaction if you attend live)
Dealing with Veterans - A Complex Patient Cohort
Date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00pm (AEST) / 5:00-6:00pm (AWST)
Speaker: Rod Martin
CPD: 1 point (professional issues, practitioner interaction if you attend live)
Queensland Health to Recruit for Various Specialist Panels of Assessors with QCAT
Applications are sought from eligible and suitably qualified health professionals and members of the public interested in being appointed as an assessor to Chinese medicine practitioners panel.
Click here for the Applicant Information Pack. Applications close at 5.00pm (AEST) Monday 7 April 2025.
If you require further information in relation to the work of QCAT, please review the QCAT’s website in the first instance via: www.qcat.qld.gov.au
Enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to Angela Macpherson at Eden Ritchie Recruitment by phone on 1300 339 127 or by email at QCAT@edenritchie.com.au.
More information can also be found at https://edenritchie.com.au/.
Endeavour College of Natural Health to Recruit Clinic Supervisors in Gold Coast & Perth
Endeavour College of Natural Health is looking for a passionate Chinese Herbal Medicine Clinic Supervisor who is ready to guide and mentor future practitioners.
As a Chinese Medicine Clinic Supervisor, you will be instrumental in preparing students for professional practice by guiding them through hands-on clinical training in Chinese Herbal Medicine. Your expertise and mentorship will support students in building confidence, honing their skills, and maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
If you’re excited by the opportunity, visit the recruitment page to start your application!
Clinic Supervisor – Gold Coast
For any questions, reach out to kiah@beaumontpeople.com.au.
Updates from Beyond Blue
NewAccess for Small Business Owners program
The beginning of the year is a great time to make plans to take care of your business, but what about taking care of your wellbeing and mental health?
The NewAccess for Small Business Owners program, developed by Beyond Blue, provides free mental health coaching to small business owners, assisting with the early signs and symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. The program offers free and confidential support and provides practical tools and strategies to overcome problems. All the coaches have a small business background meaning that they are in a great position to understand your needs.
The program has a 70% recovery rate and 97% of participants state that they would recommend to another small business owner. Reach out today or refer the program to a small business owner you know.
Free Online Event: Looking After Your Mental Health in Perimenopause and Menopause
Perimenopause and menopause are hot topics right now, but we don’t hear much about the impact this time of change can have on women’s mental health.
That’s why Beyond Blue has brought together a panel of incredible speakers for a special conversation to lift the lid on the mental health challenges of mid-life and the menopause journey, from the start of perimenopause through to post menopause life.
Join a special event featuring:
- Johanna Griggs AM, Beyond Blue Board Director and Channel Seven Host
- Myf Warhurst - broadcaster, TV presenter, journalist, writer and host of ABC series ‘The Truth About Menopause’.
- Professor Jayashri Kulkarni – expert in hormones and mental health and Director, HER Centre Australia
- Dr Sarah White – CEO of Jean Hailes
Health Sector Women’s Leadership Scholarship: Apply Now
HEALTH SECTOR WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
Available Now: Partial scholarships for women in the Health Industry ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per person, for one of four leadership and workplace skill development programs.
These scholarships are aimed at encouraging more women to increase their impact at work, progress their career, and step into leadership roles.
Registrations of interest close on Friday 28 March 2025.
AACMA Communities Now Live: Connect, Share, and Collaborate!
AACMA Communities is now available in the AACMA Hub, providing a seamless way to join discussions, share ideas, and collaborate with like-minded practitioners.
To access Communities:
- Visit the AACMA website and navigate to the AACMA Hub.
- Enter your registered email and password (the same login details used for the Members Dashboard).
- Once logged in, explore existing groups, create posts, and engage in conversations with fellow practitioners.
Start connecting today and be part of the conversation!
Moving or Adding a New Clinic?
Please contact our membership team with your new clinic details by email at aacma@acupuncture.org.au so they can apply to the health funds for new provider numbers.
Health fund deadlines to be aware of
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All health funds including Medibank: Thursday 20 March 2025
Details required when Adding an Additional Clinic:
If you miss the above deadlines, please refer to the below:
Reporting Cycle for Health Funds
Ceased practicing at a clinic, please provide the address and the ceased date so we can advise the health funds to remove your details.
To check your workplace details or membership go to our website https://www.acupuncture.org.au/ then
- Go to ‘Login’ at the top right-hand corner then
- Click ‘Member Login’ to log into the website your Username is your email address on AACMA’s record and the password you created.
- For the first time login, please click the ‘Forgotten Password’ button to set up a password.
If you have issues logging in or setting up a password, please don’t hesitate to contact the membership team 07 3457 1800 we are happy to assist you.
