BlinkLab has joined forces with Monash University’s School of Psychological Sciences on its ongoing study aiming to improve diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) The MAGNET project is […]
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Posted inAssistive Technology
Invitation to visit new Astris showroom in Perth
Assistive technology provider Astris PME will officially open its new state-of-the-art showroom and Experience Centre in Perth next month. The company will host an exclusive Showroom Open Day on Thursday […]
Posted inEntertainment
Give flying a try this IDPwD
Have you ever wanted to fly? This International Day of People with Disability, you can! iFly, the indoor skydiving experience, is giving away 60 free flights to people living with […]
Posted inEducation
Graduation season kicks off at The Shepherd Centre
Seven Deaf children, aged 5-6 years old, will be graduating from The Shepherd Centre‘s early intervention program and getting ready for their next adventure – big school. Their graduation showcase […]
Posted inNews
Tasmania seeks first Disability Commissioner
Applications are now open for Tasmania’s first Disability Commissioner. An independent statutory appointment, the Disability Commissioner is a key component of the Tasmanian Government’s Disability Rights, Inclusion and Safeguarding Act 2024, […]
Posted inNews
Deafblind Australia urges feedback on foundational supports
Deafblind Australia is interested in hearing from Deafblind people about their experiences with accessing information, advice and support. This comes as the Commonwealth Department of Social Services (DSS) gathers feedback […]
Posted inNews
STEPS invites families to Autism Treehouse Christmas Party
STEPS is hosting its annual Autism Treehouse Christmas Party at the Kawana Sports Precinct on Sunday 24 November. It’s the 11th STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party, with the event fast becoming a […]
Posted inSpecial Events
Register now for the Disability Leadership Oration
The thought-provoking Disability Leadership Oration is back for another year. Centred on IDPwD in December (International Day of People with Disability), the Oration is a destination annual event for the calendars […]
Posted inAwards
Variety Heart Scholarships open
Talented and gifted kids can now apply for up to $4000 in funding through the Variety Heart Scholarships. The funding can be used to pay for annual tuition, travel, fees […]
Posted inPublic Transport
Inclusive ‘train’-ing
If you would like to know more about how to travel on Victoria’s public transport system, both Metro Trains and V/Line offer sessions designed to help commuters feel more comfortable […]
Posted inCommunity News
Celebrate your own beat!
The City of Playford is gearing up for its annual “Celebration of Ability” event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. This year’s Celebration of Ability, “ Your Own […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
ADN launches initiative to Choose Inclusion
Australian Disability Network (ADN) has launched its new campaign ahead of International Day of People with Disability on December 3. The campaign, called Choose Inclusion, recognises the social model of […]