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The $130,000 funding boost will enable a two-year project to help improve the health and wellbeing of indigenous Australians [Source: Shutterstock]

Indigenous people with disability supported in living active lives

5 months ago

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disability will be encouraged to be more active with the help of a …

The hub will help foster neuro-diverse workplaces by supporting students with autism and psychosocial conditions [Source: Shutterstock[

New hub to promote inclusiveness through neuro-diverse workplaces

5 months ago

University students with autism and psychosocial conditions will be supported on their journey to employment through …

The adapted story time sessions will remove the barriers often faced by children with autism in public spaces [Source: Shutterstock]

Queensland opens a new chapter on autism-friendly story sessions

6 months ago

Children with Autism spectrum disorder will enjoy story time sessions in Queensland public libraries thanks to a stat…

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]

Royal Commission urgently needed to protect the vulnerable

6 months ago

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

The original Xbox controller (pictured) has undergone a makeover to allow gamers with disability to join in the fun. [Source: Shutterstock]

Adaptive controller leads way in changing gaming forever

6 months ago

An adaptive controller created by Microsoft will enable accessible gaming for people with disability ... and that’s…

The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission will ensure participants receive safe and quality support services. [Source: Shutterstock]

New Quality and Safeguards Framework to watch over NDIS supports

6 months ago

New guidelines released by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission will ens…

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]

Australia’s first regional Disability Transport Hub approved

6 months ago

Tamworth locals will welcome a new transport hub, designed to help people with disability embark on journeys within t…

The DES program has undergone some major changes in helping people with disability find employment [Source: Shutterstock]

Improved support for people with disability seeking employment

6 months ago

A particular funding announcement in the 2018-19 Federal Budget will help Australians with disability be better suppo…

The agreement will take effect in NSW when the transition period ends on 1 July 2018 [Source: Shutterstock]

New South Wales secures ongoing NDIS funding for the future

6 months ago

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

The next Wonderland Low Sensory Exhibition Visits are open on 2nd June 2018 and 15th July 2018 [Source: ACMI]

People with sensory sensitivities invited down the rabbit hole

6 months ago

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

The theme of this year's World MS Day is research. [Source: Shutterstock]

World MS Day acknowledges vital research

6 months ago

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

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]

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

6 months ago

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

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

6 months ago

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!

6 months 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 [Source: Shutterstock]

NDIS issues cause Australia’s oldest service provider to merge

6 months ago

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

6 months ago

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

7 months ago

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

7 months ago

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

7 months ago

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

7 months ago

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

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