2026 ARPA ACT Award Ceremony Program

Anthony Armati

Prudence Rehabilitation

Against a resistant treating doctor, an avoidant worker, workplace conflict, and an insurer initially opposed to the recommended strategy, Anthony drove a complex spinal claim to successful new employment in the hospitality industry and full claim closure. His tenacity, clinical expertise, and worker-centred approach make them a worthy finalist. 

Carly Perry

Konekt

Carly transformed an extraordinarily complex journey into a remarkable outcome, overcoming overwhelming medical and functional adversity through unwavering advocacy, clinical brilliance, and deep compassion. Her steadfast belief in the Health Benefits of Good Work rebuilt hope, restored capability, and enabled a return once thought impossible—exemplifying truly outstanding rehabilitation excellence.  

Timothy Deeble

Beneco

Tim integrated advocacy for the rehabilitation process and his clinical expertise to navigate a complicated shoulder injury with a total of five hours of lost time for the entire claim. Comprehensive suitable duties planning enabled the worker’s return immediately post-surgery to support their recovery and the employer’s technical requirements.

Amber Jones

IPAR Rehabilitation

Amber achieved an exceptional outcome, overcoming complex PTSD-related barriers including severe trauma symptoms, avoidance, cognitive challenges, legal disruption, and workplace constraints. Through expert, evidence-based interventions and strategic collaboration, she enabled the client’s safe, sustainable return to work, exemplifying excellence and making them truly deserving of this award.

Emma Chambers

Health & Wellness Rehabilitation

Through exceptional trauma-informed leadership and unwavering support, Emma transformed a highly complex psychological injury case into a story of recovery, resilience, and sustainable employment. She demonstrates clinical excellence, genuine care, and a deep commitment to doing this work well and lifting standards across workplace rehabilitation.

Jung Chung

APM Workcare

Jung has been instrumental in strengthening service quality and growth across the ACT. Her empathy, collaboration, and client‑centred practice were central to empowering this case’s return to work. Her ability to integrate health, community, and vocational supports was critical in restoring the client’s independence and confidence.

Anthony Armati

Prudence Rehabilitation

Anthony transforms impossible cases into successful outcomes through extraordinary personal commitment, rapid skill adaptation, and genuine compassion that makes every worker (from international employees to complex psychological cases) feel valued. His 94-100% outcomes and 97.5% QA scores prove excellence is systematic, not accidental. Antony embodies what workplace rehab should be.

Erin Carter

Procare Group

The manner in which this Erin navigates this industry is a sight to behold. She embodies the health benefits of good work, is able to find common ground and provide a service to workers, employers and all other stakeholders we should try to emulate.  

Tamsyn Preston

APM Workcare

Tamsyn is an exceptional consultant whose leadership, expertise, and consistent excellence set her apart. She is a mentor, peer, and trusted specialist, widely regarded as a market leader in promoting the HBGW. Her performance, professionalism, and client feedback make her an outstanding and unanimously supported nominee. 

Jessica Pascoe

Ascent Rehabilitation

An evolving clinician who combines strategic innovation with unwavering compassion, Jessica has built new employer pathways from the ground up, strengthened stakeholder relationships, and expanded organisational capability. Her initiative, empathy, and commitment to meaningful participation set a new benchmark for excellence in new employer rehabilitation services.

Nicole Heggie

IPAR Rehabilitation

Nicole excels as a rehabilitation consultant, guiding complex psychological cases, and supporting the veteran community to achieve their rehabilitation goals. Through expert practice, collaborative problem-solving, and a steadfast commitment to the Health Benefits of Good Work, she consistently delivers outstanding results for clients and referrers, exemplifying excellence in practice.

Steve Gorell

Procare Group

Steve deserves this award for transforming lives through meaningful employment. His dedication helps people regain confidence, stability, and purpose by finding them roles that unlock their potential. Through empathy, expertise, and tireless commitment, Steve creates lasting positive change for every person they support on their journey to recovery.  

Elev8 Consulting

Clear Path

Clear Path redefines workplace support for neurodivergent employees by shifting from reactive intervention to a proactive, structured and collaborative model. By improving communication, strengthening leadership capability and delivering measurable outcomes, it supports sustainable employment and sets a new benchmark for allied health service delivery.

Jessica Green

Rehab Management

Driven by resilience and purpose, Jessica exemplifies the Health Benefits of Good Work, turning complexity into outcomes. As a new starter, she revitalised a six‑year stagnant claim, achieving sustainable return to work within five months through person‑centred innovation, outstanding employer engagement, and industry‑leading results that redefine expectations for excellence.

Liam O'Keefe

Rehab Services by Altius

Liam is an exceptional new starter who has delivered outstanding case outcomes, rapidly expanded their clinical skills, and consistently championed the Health Benefits of Good Work. His professionalism and measurable impact, including 14 positive closures make him a standout emerging consultant and a truly deserving finalist of this award.

Samantha Sibanda

IPAR Rehabilitation

Samantha stands out for her consistent delivery of high‑quality service and strong empathetic communication with all stakeholders. Samantha manages complex situations with clarity and professionalism, maintains trust in challenging circumstances, and shows ongoing commitment to development which are qualities that make her a highly deserving finalist.

Cara Martin

Procare Group

Cara stands out for delivering performance far beyond student expectations, combining exceptional clinical insight, evidence-based practice, and genuine compassion to achieve outstanding outcomes. Her professionalism, maturity, and unwavering commitment to client wellbeing set a new benchmark for emerging consultants, embodying the very essence of the Outstanding Student Award. 

Coco Chang

APM Workcare

Coco demonstrated exceptional readiness for professional practice, independently delivering workplace assessments, collaborating with treating practitioners, and promoting sustainable RTW outcomes. Her ability to translate clinical knowledge into practical solutions that improve worker participation and wellbeing sets her apart as an outstanding emerging practitioner. 

Olivia Kirkcaldie

Rehabilitation Services by Altius

Olivia is an exceptional emerging Occupational Therapist whose professionalism, initiative, and clinical maturity far exceed her experience. She consistently produces new‑graduate‑level work, demonstrated outstanding reflective practice, and made meaningful contributions to client outcomes. Olivia stands out for her compassion, capability, and readiness to make an immediate impact. 

Andrew Robinson

ORS Group

Andrew consistently demonstrates strategic, people‑centred leadership whilst leading from the front at every opportunity. He has built team capability, developed trust and expanded referral pathways while driving data‑led, collaborative approaches with executive leaders that has maintained high‑quality client outcomes as the clear priority.

Ben Kendrick

APM Workcare

Ben exemplifies exceptional leadership, providing proactive mentorship, driving high‑quality service delivery, and offering unwavering support to his team. His commitment to professional growth and wellbeing has resulted in 100% team retention over 18 months. The leadership group unanimously endorses him as an outstanding candidate for this recognition.

Carly Perry

Konekt

Carly is a truly exceptional leader, innovative, compassionate, and deeply trusted. She elevates provider performance, builds consultant capability, and leads with evidence-based excellence. Her adaptable, people centred leadership brings out the best in every team member, driving excellence in a challenging rehabilitation landscape. 

Caro Zubieta

Allianz

Caro is an exceptional claims manager who deeply understands the role of each person involved in the claim and supports them to achieve fantastic outcomes. But more than this she is a one in a million superwoman who actively promotes and develops the industry through her tireless volunteer work. 

Esteban Nielsen

GIO

Esteban's strategic claims management transformed a long-standing claim into a sustainable return-to-work outcome. By commissioning appropriate assessments, engaging the employer directly, and removing barriers to participation, he demonstrated outstanding leadership and commitment to the Health Benefits of Good Work.

Dakshini Surendran

Allianz

Dakshini exemplifies excellence in case management through her unwavering dedication, empathy, and professionalism. Her ability to deliver outstanding outcomes, foster trust, and inspire collaboration sets her apart. A true asset, her contributions have positively impacted clients, colleagues, and the wider industry, making her a deserving recipient of this award.