Welcome to the New Zealand Speech‑language Therapists’ Association

We are the national body representing speech-language therapists, the experts who work with and advocate for people with communication and swallowing impairments.

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The New Zealand Speech-language Therapists’ Association (NZSTA) is the national professional body of speech-language therapists in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to supporting all New Zealanders with the life essentials – effective communication and safe swallowing. These life essentials contribute to our well-being.

This site contains information for parents, clients and families on speech-language therapy and for practising speech-language therapists.

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Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from This Year’s NZSTA Awards

04 Dec 2024

Allied Health Professions Day in Aotearoa New Zealand – Celebrating Our Unique Contribution

03 Oct 2024

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Events & Courses

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Minimising Bullying for Children Who Stutter

This online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) event is intended for Speech-Language Therapists who work with school-age children who stutter.

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From Assessment to Intervention: The Complete Hanen Parent Coaching Framework

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 at 11.30 am - 1.00 pm
(April 29th, 7:30 - 9:00 pm EDT)
For SLTs only

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NZSTA Annual General Meeting (AGM)

The NZSTA annual general meeting will be held on Thursday 1st May @ 4.30pm online.

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NZSTA AGM

The NZSTA annual general meeting will be held on Thursday 1st May @ 4.30pm online.

Notices and Remits
If you wish to propose any notices or motions to be considered at the AGM, please send them to the executive director (executivedirector@speechtherapy.org.nz) no later than 5pm Thursday 10 April 2025.