Katie Meeks Studio

14/02/2026

While they can be seen as a luxury, massages are often part of healthcare – here’s how they affect physical and mental health

14/02/2026

AMT Media Release
AMT calls for Remedial Massage Therapists to be recognised as NDIS providers

The Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) is urging the Federal Government to include qualified remedial massage therapists and myotherapists in reforms to the definition of NDIS providers, as part of the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing's current consultation closing 28 February 2026.

"NDIS participants are currently forced to access massage through registered allied health practitioners, when qualified remedial massage therapists could provide the same service more accessibly and affordably," said Rebecca Barnett, Chief Executive Officer of AMT. " It’s galling that the very practitioners most qualified to provide remedial massage are unable to provide the service to NDIS participants. This policy doesn't make sense and limits participant choice and access to care."

Perth NDIS participant John Lynes said he was "gutted" to discover that his regular remedial massage is not covered within the scheme. "Remedial massage is the only effective therapy that keeps me mobile. It's saving me from amputation of my foot," he said. "I can't find an allied health practitioner who can provide the treatment that works for me."

Youjung Suh, a remedial massage therapist who has worked with disabled clients, shared the impact of this restriction. “Many of my clients rely on remedial massage to manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life. It is frustrating that they can’t use their NDIS funding to access my services. This reform is an opportunity to give people with disabilities the freedom to choose the best qualified provider for their needs.”

AMT is making a comprehensive submission and has created resources to help NDIS participants share their stories with the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

https://www.amt.org.au/media-centre/NDIS-2026.html

20/12/2025

Last day for Gift Vouchers!
Want to resist the hustle and bustle of the shops and get something special for Christmas?
Massage and Beauty Gift Vouchers, Polka Polly Earrings and other bibs and bobs available to pick up today!
Contact Katie to set up a time to come by and rustle up a caring gift 💝

09/12/2025

Giving a massage gift is a gift of direct care for someone.
It’s a chance for that person to thank their body for taking them through life.
It’s a gift of time.
It’s a gift of emotional regulation.
🙌🏼❤️

07/12/2025

I have a fantastic helper today at the Country Hope Christmas event! ✨Country Hope

05/12/2025

Wow! What a lovely surprise from my social art group today. Beautiful handmade cards, beautiful native flowers and the most stunning gum leaf napkin rings! Wow! So personal, so special!
I really feel blessed with my job and the people that surround me ❤️

20/11/2025

2025 bookings are now full for massage and beauty appointments!
Sorry if you are trying to get an appointment online, no more availabilities until mid January at this stage.
If you’d like to be put on a waitlist, just get in contact.
Still selling Gift Vouchers and Christmas goodies though, so let me know if you’d like to order yours for weekend pick-up 🌟

17/11/2025

08/11/2025

Most of us know how good it feels to receive a hug from a loved one or hold hands with a partner. But what many of us may not realise is that touch is far more than just a simple physical sensation – it’s an essential element in human connection.

Touch is a fundamental human need. It affects brain development, and helps us bond and build important social relationships.

While it’s important we continue to keep ourselves safe, it’s equally as important that we don’t give up touch forever. Touch is an instinct that is all-around beneficial for our mental and physical health – so we should celebrate its return.

Of course, not everyone is comfortable with touch. So for those that are not, there’s no reason to worry about missing out on the benefits of hugs – as giving yourself a hug has also been shown to regulate emotional processes and reduce stress.

The benefits of massage are numerous and varied – including reducing stress, easing pain and boosting relaxation. The reason why massage is thought to have all these benefits is due to changes that happen in vagal and parasympathetic nervous system activity.
Sometimes called the “rest and digest” system, the parasympathetic nervous system is important in promoting relaxation and restoration. It helps calm the body by counteracting the effects of stress. As well as a host of other benefits, simply applying moderate pressure to the skin during a massage can support this process, helping to regulate and relax many different body systems.

08/11/2025

A new study suggests that foot massage, in particular, can help minimize a number of common menopause symptoms, including sleep disruption, effectively extending sleep duration by an average of an hour per day.



https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/965431

04/11/2025

More gift options in time for Christmas ✨