NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has announced significant new penalties for those who hurt or injure an NDIS participant – bringing legislation into line with WHS penalties. Shorten announced the second […]
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Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
New project tackles body image issues for women with disability
Women with disability face unique challenges regarding body image and the My Body My Voice Project reveals new research to address these challenges. “Body dissatisfaction is a universal experience, and […]
Posted inCommunity News
Take Part in Vision Australia Radio’s Annual Listener Survey!
Do you have a favorite Vision Australia Radio show or podcast that you just can’t live without? If you start your mornings with their live news readings, never miss an […]
Posted inEducation
‘Accidental’ TV star Andrew Radford propagates a new career
A Batehaven man who starred in ABC’s hit TV show The Assembly credits TAFE NSW with giving him the skills – and learning support – to earn two qualifications. Andrew […]
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Award-winning advocate to speak at expo
Award-winning disability advocate Anja Christoffersen will appear at the Brisbane Disability Expo next month. The 2023 International Day of People with Disability ambassador, model, author, and social entrepreneur will take […]
Posted inEntertainment
Nationwide movie ticket GIVEAWAY
F2L has three double passes to give away to the new Aussie film Audrey which is out November 7 screening in selected theatres NATIONWIDE and stars Hannah Diviney as well as […]
Posted inEmployment
WorkAbility expos coming to a city near you
WorkAbility Expos connect employers and people with disability, including those with high needs. Funded by the Department of Social Services, the Expos provide a welcoming and supportive environments to allow […]
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Changes to Migration Act “commended”
The Federal government has amended the health criteria for temporary and permanent visas applicants who are born and ordinarily reside in Australia. The amendment has been commended by Welcoming Disability, […]
Posted inSpecial Programs
Leadership program for young women open for applications
Women with Disabilities Victoria is now taking applications for its Enabling Young Women Leadership Program. Through eight, three-hour group sessions, participants will build their confidence, explore who they are and […]
Posted inLegal News
New Administrative Review Tribunal launches
On 14 October, the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) was replaced by a new body called the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). This new Tribunal can review and change decisions made by […]
Posted inEmployment
‘Impact for Inclusion’ to champion workplace diversity
Employment services provider Asuria has launched ‘Impact for Inclusion’, a socially responsible initiative aimed at increasing representation of people from diverse backgrounds in meaningful, sustainable employment. The initiative will encourage […]
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New Centre of Excellence delivers mental healthcare for people with disability
The Queensland government will commit $2 million a year into the establishment of the new Queensland Centre of Excellence in Intellectual and Developmental Disability Mental Health (QCEAIDH) at Mater’s South Brisbane […]