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An edit to the NDIS website excluded majority of autistic children from automatic eligibility to early intervention and the support they need [Source: Shutterstock]

NDIS ‘error’ outrages autism community

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A ‘mistake’ to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) eligibility requirements has caused an uproar amon…

Applications for the program are now open [Source: Shutterstock]

Hop write to it ... applications for Write-ability Fellowships open!

5 days ago

An award winning program supporting the skills and development of writers with disability in Victoria is fielding app…

The Cora Barclay Centre will join forces with national children’s charity, Can:Do 4Kids if the merger is passed by Board members on May 28 [Source: Shutterstock]

NDIS issues cause Australia’s oldest service provider to seek merger

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The oldest service providers for children who are deaf or hearing impaired in the country and state of South Australi…

Josiah College will educate both primary and high school-aged children with programs designed for children who find mainstream schooling too difficult [Source: Shutterstock]

Autism-friendly school provides safe environment for students

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A school dedicated to teaching students with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has opened its doors in Queensland.

The PWDA float at the 2018 Mardi Gras Parade [Source: PWDA]

People with Disability Australia recognised at Sydney Mardi Gras Awards

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People with Disability Australia (PWDA) have taken home two accolades at the 2018 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras A…

My Rights QLD is accessible from a phone, tablet or computer. [Source: Shutterstock, myrightsqld.com.au]

Online resource launched to help Queenslanders understand their rights

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A new online resource presented in partnership with Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA) and Legal Aid Queens…

The Budget announcement has provided some much-needed peace of mind for people with disability and their families. [Source: Shutterstock]

Federal Budget’s disability funding commitments warmly welcomed

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Last night’s 2018-19 Federal Budget announcement has highlighted Government initiatives and funding allocations acr…

The projects will specifically support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, individuals living in remote regions and culturally and linguistically diverse populations [Source: Shutterstock]

Government funds projects targeting hard-to-reach communities

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A significant funding grant by the Federal Government will help the nation become more inclusive for people with disa…

The 317 page report by the National Institute of Labour Studies gave insight into NDIS participant experience [Source: Shutterstock]

University study shines light on NDIS consumer feedback

2 weeks ago

A new report by the National Institute of Labour Studies (NILS), at South Australia’s Flinders University has foun…

A promise of free TAFE training for Victorians over 30 'priority' courses will arm the social services industry with highly qualified and skilled workers [Source: Shutterstock]

Victorian Government recognises importance of social services

2 weeks ago

The Victorian Government has announced a new initiative that will improve the social service industry, by growing the…

The award was established in Stella’s name to recognise her important achievements [Source: Arts Access Victoria]

Legacy of Stella Young acknowledged through arts award

2 weeks ago

An inaugural award named after the late Stella Young will recognise young Australian artists with disability.

Serco Citizens Services Pty Ltd (Serco) will operate the NDIA call centre out of Melbourne and regional Victoria over the next two years, commencing next month. [Source: Shutterstock]

Advocates call for hang-up on new NDIA call centre contract

2 weeks ago

Concerns have begun to arise following an announcement by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) that it has…

The Christie Centre team enjoying the Keys To Success - Self Advocacy Training in Mildura [Source: VALID]

Program aimed at empowerment, a success in Mildura

2 weeks ago

A Victorian program is helping people living with disability take control of their lives.

At full operation the NDIS will provide life-changing support to more than 460,000 Australians living with disability (Source: Shutterstock)

Concerns after Medicare levy increase to fund NDIS scrapped

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An announcement by the Turnbull Government to scrap the Medicare levy increase used to fund the National Disability I…

Parents of autistic young people believe their children's unique skills will help them achieve their full potential when teamed with flexible and modified workplaces (Source: Shutterstock)

Flexibility aids future success for young people with autism

4 weeks ago

A university research group, conducted as part of a new research program in Western Australia, has found that parents…

AMA take aim at NDIS

1 month ago

A number of key concerns and considerations relating to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) have been lai…

Griffith University has developed a new app to help accessibility on the Gold Coast (Source: Shutterstock)

New app puts the Gold Coast accessibility at your fingertips

1 month ago

Technology is once again leading the way in disability support with the announcement of a new app, which aims to help…

New keys are unlocking access to a network of Changing Places (Source: Shutterstock)

Carers given the key to unlock Changing Places

1 month ago

Western Australia is leading the way in accessibility following the launch of a new initiative which will unlock acce…

Vision Australia says people with disability are excluded from the workplace all because of a lack of accessible information and communications technology (Source: Shutterstock)

More ICT means more jobs for people with disability

1 month ago

Vision Australia, with the support of 25 other disability advocacy groups, organisations and peak bodies, is working …

DPS has launched their new product: DisabilitySupportGuide.com.au (Source: DPS)

DPS' disability game-changer is ready and set to LAUNCH!

1 month ago

A new, national and game-changing online disability support directory, developed by consumers and for consumers has b…

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