Talking Disability

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<p>This isn’t the first time a Royal Commission has been requested, with instances of abuse, violence and neglect well-documented over many years [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Alexandra Stopford

Royal Commission urgently needed to protect the vulnerable

A Royal Commission into violence against people with disability is urgently needed according to disability advocates,... Read more

<p>The original Xbox controller (pictured) has undergone a makeover to allow gamers with disability to join in the fun. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

Adaptive controller leads way in changing gaming forever

An adaptive controller created by Microsoft will enable accessible gaming for people with disability … and... Read more

<p>The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission will ensure participants receive safe and quality support services. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

New Quality and Safeguards Framework to watch over NDIS supports

New guidelines released by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission will ensure... Read more

<p>The hub will help facilitate vehicle movements for people with disabilities, their drivers and carer and will provide 24-hour access to shower and change facilities. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

Australia’s first regional Disability Transport Hub approved

Tamworth locals will welcome a new transport hub, designed to help people with disability embark on journeys within the... Read more

<p>The DES program has undergone some major changes in helping people with disability find employment [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

Improved support for people with disability seeking employment

A particular funding announcement in the 2018-19 Federal Budget will help Australians with disability be better... Read more

<p>The agreement will take effect in NSW when the transition period ends on 1 July 2018 [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

New South Wales secures ongoing NDIS funding for the future

New South Wales is the first of the Australian states and territories to sign on the dotted line and ensure long-term... Read more

<p>The next Wonderland Low Sensory Exhibition Visits are open on 2nd June 2018 and 15th July 2018 [Source: ACMI] </p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

People with sensory sensitivities invited down the rabbit hole

Australia’s museum for film, TV, games digital culture and art located in Melbourne, is offering an incredible... Read more

<p>The theme of this year&#8217;s World MS Day is research. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

World MS Day acknowledges vital research

This year’s World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day will focus on the vital research aiming to find a cure for the... Read more

<p>Schizophrenia can cause challenges with seeking employment, accessing housing and education, feelings of isolation and loneliness and a range of other health issues [Source: Shutterstock] </p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

Awareness week shines light on one of Australia’s most stigmatised communities

This week marks an important date in the calendar, with a specific focus on raising awareness for the needs of people... Read more

<p>An edit to the NDIS website excluded majority of autistic children from automatic eligibility to early intervention and the support they need [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 7 years ago by Nicole Pope

NDIS ‘error’ outrages autism community

A ‘mistake’ to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) eligibility requirements has caused an uproar among... Read more

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