This International White Cane Day, Guide Dogs is calling on all Australians to become allies for the thousands of Australians who use a white cane. The organisation says White Cane […]
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Blind or low vision Australians could lose early intervention
After Robyn Delaney was diagnosed with macular degeneration in 2023, her central vision deteriorated rapidly. Within a matter of months, the then-70-year-old former psychologist from Greater Western Sydney had to give up […]
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Government needs feedback on public transport accessibility
The Federal government has opened consultation on changes to make public transport more accessible to people with disability. It is currently updating the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002. This […]
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Esri book explores importance of tactile maps
A new research collection shows just how important tactile mapping is for people who are blind or have low vision. Global location intelligence and mapping company Esri has published Tactile […]
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Thriving Kids rollout “too rushed”
A new national survey of 1535 families and young people has found nearly 80% believe the government’s Thriving Kids rollout window leaves too little time to prepare, putting vital supports […]
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Keynotes announced for Brain Injury Conference
Two international experts on brain injury rehabilitation will present keynotes at the 2026 Brain Injury Conference. Heading the keynotes are Emeritus Professor John Corrigan and Professor Mark Bayley. Dr Corrigan […]
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Dubai Airports partners with Australian Paralympian
Dubai Airports has enlisted Paralympian Jessica Smith, to support the next phase of inclusive travel at Dubai International Airport. The Paralympian joins disability rights pioneer Fatma Ai Jassim, and Dubai […]
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Intellectual disability health care initiative
UNSW Sydney researchers are leading a five-year project to transform how young Australians with intellectual disability experience health care as they move into adulthood. The ‘My Health Choices My Way’ […]
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Northcott launches Love Rights project
Disability provider Northcott has released free online training and educational resources targeting early intervention to address the early signs of sexual violence towards people with a disability. The Love Rights […]
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New video campaign promotes NDIS Code of Conduct
New educational videos from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission aim to help NDIS providers better understand their obligations under the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Code of Conduct upholds the rights of NDIS participants to access safe […]
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Australia’s first accessible greeting cards hit shelves
Hallmark Cards Australia and Guide Dogs Australia have partnered to create a range of accessible greeting cards for people with low vision or blindness. The practice of giving and receiving […]
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Student-led project leads to online database of NDIS appeals
University of Queensland Law School students working through the university’s Pro Bono Centre have created an online database of NDIS appeals. The NDIS Appeals Database is now available for lawyers appealing decisions for people who […]