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The $1.3 million APC Para-Sport Equipment Fund will enable eligible participants and carers to seek funding for hire and purchase of equipment [Source: Shutterstock]

New initiative to help athletes with disability access sport equipment

3 weeks ago

People with disability will be able to access the equipment required to participate in para-sport, thanks to the Spo…

Anti-psychotics, anti-epileptics and propranolol were the most common types of medications prescribed [Source: Shutterstock]

Study finds adults with autism prescribed psychotropic drugs without diagnosis

3 weeks ago

A new study has found adults on the autism spectrum are being prescribed medication for mental health conditions with…

The program is allowing participants to not only get a taster in the industry of the organisation, but also lead them to employment and a pathway to a full qualification [Source: Supplied]

Program developed by partnership equips next generation of support workers

3 weeks ago

SPONSORED STORY - A program, born from a partnership between Enhance Training (part of the Hessel Group) and SACARE …

Mr Fearnley reflected beyond the race wins, acknowledging the moments and people who helped him become one of the nation’s most renowned athletes [Source: Salty Dingo / The Newcastle Herald]

Not a dry eye for Kurt Fearnley’s NSW Australian of the Year 2019 acceptance speech

3 weeks ago

Three-time Australian Paralympic Gold Medallist, author, and disability advocate Kurt Fearnley has been awarded the N…

PWDWA is calling on people with disabilities to join a focus group to discuss the issues and help health professionals deliver top quality care [Source: Shutterstock]

Focus group hopes to improve healthcare delivery for people with disability

4 weeks ago

A new project led by People with Disabilities Western Australia (PWDWA) and Health Consumers’ Council WA (HCC) are …

The space features a range of therapy and consultancy rooms, a training facility, day option spaces and the Variety Sensory and Social Space [Source: Autism SA]

Sensory and social space for autism opens in Adelaide’s north

4 weeks ago

A purpose built, state-of-the-art sensory and social space for people with autism has opened in Adelaide’s northern…

The new pilot will trial the effectiveness of health professionals in assessing the functional capacity of people with disability [Source: Shutterstock]

New pilot will trial health professionals in accessing functional capacity

4 weeks ago

The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) will trial the effectiveness of health professionals in assessing the…

The new project, DisRupted will fund three to four individuals or teams to create a film approximately 20 minutes in length [Source: Shutterstock]

Film project to DisRupt and share stories of disability experience

1 month ago

Budding Australian creatives and filmmakers with disability will have the opportunity to create their own film, thank…

Connect50 is part of the State Government’s Every opportunity: Victoria’s economic participation plan for people with disability 2018-2020 [Source: Shutterstock]

Project offers regional tertiary students with disability paid internships

1 month ago

Fifty tertiary students with disability living in regional Victoria are set to benefit from a new Government funded p…

The report has revealed 206 reports of alleged abuse and neglect of adults with disability, involving informal supports between August 2015 and October 2018 [Source: Shutterstock]

NSW Ombudsman report highlights shocking abuse and neglect

1 month ago

A report released by the New South Wales (NSW) Ombudsman has revealed horrific acts of abuse and neglect of adults wi…

Brett Lacey with Aussie Biscuits' supported employees [Source: House with No Steps]

Aussie Biscuits to cook up Jam Drops and job opportunities in new factory

1 month ago

A New South Wales biscuit baking business that has been creating employment opportunities for people with disability …

SA's first ever accessible music festival will boast a range of music artists and entertainment to celebrate the International Day of People with Disabilities [Source: Sounds & Vibes]

South Australia welcomes first accessible music festival

1 month ago

South Australia will welcome its first ever accessible music festival this summer to celebrate the International Day …

UNSW researchers revealed last year that Australians with intellectual disability are dying from avoidable deaths at double the rate of the general population [Source: Shutterstock]

Urgent inquiry into intellectual disability deaths a key focus of upcoming events

1 month ago

An event held in Sydney early next week will address the urgent need for an inquiry into health and avoidable deaths …

The podcast is lead by DSC father-daughter duo Roland and Evie Naufal [Source: Disability Services Consulting]

New podcast airs candid conversations on disability

1 month ago

A new podcast brought to life by Disability Services Consulting (DSC) will bring industry experts and identities toge…

Wheelchair innovation launches in Australia

1 month ago

An innovative product already helping wheelchair users overseas is being launched in Australia

The Marveloo will have a semi-permanent position at both the Lake Wendouree North Gardens and Mars Stadium in Ballarat [Source: City of Ballarat]

Ballarat welcomes accessible and transportable toilet and changing facility

1 month ago

The Victorian city of Ballarat will become more inclusive of people with disability, with the installation of a tran…

The increasingly popular online learning environments at Australian universities are a growing concern to people who are blind or have low vision [Source: Shutterstock]

Online learning environment “a growing concern” for university students with vision impairment

1 month ago

An increasingly popular method of teaching within Australian universities is causing barriers for students with visio…

Alliance20 members at the launch in Canberra on Tuesday 23 October [Source: Life Without Barriers]

New alliance of providers to collaborate over NDIS issues

1 month ago

Some of Australia’s largest disability service providers have joined forces in creating a new alliance to help impr…

Researchers are investigating the benefit of psychological support, which will help people living in with MS adjust emotionally and socially to the chronic condition [Source: Shutterstock]

World-first trial to help people with MS adjust socially and emotionally

1 month ago

A world-first study is taking a holistic look at psychological strategies in managing multiple sclerosis (MS).

NDS' K-12 Inclusion Challenge is encouraging Australian kids to raise awareness of disability and support and promote practical inclusion within their classrooms [Source: National Disability Services]

Australian children encouraged to pave the way for a more inclusive world

1 month ago

SPONSORED STORY: Every child deserves to feel included in their school and one program is working to encourage Austr…

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