Announcing AARC membership for 2026
We are pleased to announce the membership of the Australasian Autism Research Council (AARC) for 2026.
We received over 200 expressions of interest for AARC membership. Interest came from across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, with applicants representing a rich and diverse range of experience, perspectives and expertise.
In line with its Terms of Reference, the AARC includes representatives of the autistic and broader autism communities, as well as service providers, health and education professionals, government program managers and policy makers, and researchers.
We warmly welcome newly elected members:
- Sarah Harvey
- Nick Philipson
- Jolene Stockman
- Dr Olivia Gatfield
Our continuing and re-elected members are:
- Gerard Atkinson
- Gabby Hogg
- Gabrielle Hall
- Joanne Dacombe
- Dr Patrick Dwyer
- Jessica Harrison
- Marion Rabuka
- Dr Matthew Sellen
- Grant South
We would also like to recognise the valuable contributions of departing members. Our sincere thanks to:
- Dr Bec Poulsen (Co-chair)
- Dr Larah van der Meer (Co-chair)
- Dr Alison Nuske
- Katharine Annear
- Helen Hayes
Thank you to everyone who expressed their interest in membership of the AARC.
We look forward to seeing the work and important insights of the AARC continue this year and beyond.
For more information visit the AARC page.