Welcome to the web site of the Australian Council of Stoma Associations (ACSA).

ACSA represents, at a national level, the interests of all 22 regional Stoma Associations in Australia. We provide liaison with the Australian Government and appliance suppliers in relation to the Stoma Appliance Scheme, coordinate support services for ostomates throughout Australia and publish the national journal "Ostomy Australia" and a general ostomy information booklet "A Beginning Not an End".

To see the latest issue of "Ostomy Australia" or to download a PDF copy of " A Beginning, Not An End - Life After Ostomy Surgery" see 'Forms and Publications'. For more information on the role of ACSA, see ‘About Us’.

For information on or to contact one of the 22 member associations which make up the Australian Council of Stoma Associations see ‘Member Associations’.

For information and contacts details about ostomy support groups throughout Australia see ‘Support Groups’.

The ‘info’ page has information on the Stoma Appliance Scheme and other general information including information for international visitors.

The ‘Links’ page has links to the suppliers of Ostomy Appliances, and to many international sites.

If you require any further general information about ACSA or have any comments about this web site please contact the webmaster or contact us via our contact page.