I don’t have real-time access to tools in this turn, but here’s a concise answer based on widely reported public information up to late 2024 and early 2025. Direct answer

• Ita Buttrose has used a wheelchair in public appearances and legal proceedings around early 2025. This has been attributed to mobility challenges that have become more pronounced with age, and she has publicly continued to participate in events and testimony with support where needed. Several reports note she appeared in a wheelchair during court appearances and related media coverage in February 2025.

Context and factors

• Public visibility and health factors: As a prominent public figure in her late 70s and early 80s, Ita Buttrose’s mobility can be affected by age-related conditions. Media coverage around 2024–2025 shows discussions of mobility and accessibility in relation to her appearances.
• Recent court proceedings: Multiple outlets reported her arriving at court in a wheelchair for specific legal proceedings in February 2025, indicating temporary mobility accommodations for those events.
• Advocacy and public health work: Beyond court appearances, Buttrose has long been involved in health advocacy, including macular degeneration awareness, and has spoken about health and mobility issues affecting older Australians.

Notes

• If you’d like, I can look up the latest reports to confirm current status and provide links to reputable sources.