Matt Wylde, operations manager at Patient Handling, is taking on a 100km marathon for charity. The Ultra-Trail Australian marathon will be held in the Blue Mountains National Park, NSW, on […]
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“No delay” for NDIS rollout in WA
The Federal Government has denied there will be any delays in progress of the NDIS in Western Australia. This follows an announcement that the Commonwealth and WA State Governments had […]
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The Future is all about AT
Families, carers and healthcare professionals are making decisions every day. So when it comes to choosing innovative solutions that will impact on the wellbeing and independence for people wanting to […]
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DOWING – For Dynamic Arm Support
DOWING is designed for users requiring arm support while carrying out a wide range of activities. The device works by giving natural freedom of movement when it comes to doing […]
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GoGet launches car share for people with disability
In a world-first, GoGet has introduced a car share initiative that accommodates ride-on wheelchairs. Initially the pilot service will be available from Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital, where the car […]
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Don’t miss ATSA – Australia’s #1 Expo for the disability sector.
The ATSA Independent Living Expo, the premier event for the disability community, goes to Melbourne soon. This must-visit event brings assistive technologies, mobility solutions, home care aids, equipment, allied services and […]
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Have your say into National Disability Advocacy review
Key stakeholders are being asked for their input into a review of the National Disability Advocacy Program. THE NDAP funds agencies that provide advocacy services to people with disability. Assistant […]
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NDIS predicted to bring more jobs and disability services to Victoria
Victoria looks set to benefit from a massive surge in new jobs and disability services as the NDIS rolls out. Data from the latest Market Position Statement (MPS) by the […]
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SCIA Independence Expo supporting those with spinal cord injuries
Over 74 exhibitors, 11 workshops, an art exhibition and craft area filled Sydney’s Carriageworks for the expo. Organised by Spinal Cord Injuries Australia, the bi-annual expo attracted 1000 visitors over […]
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Minister for Social Services reaffirms NDIS commitment to F2L
As the large scale NDIS rollout approaches, F2L gets an update from Social Services Minister Christian Porter. And the minister was adamant the scheme was “on time and on budget” and rejected any suggestion that […]
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Wheelchair Rugby picks up a new partner
The Australian Rugby Union (ARU) has joined with Disability Sports Australia (DSA) to promote Wheelchair Rugby. The four-year collaboration to support Wheelchair Rugby at every level is a first in […]
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‘Modify or Move’ among many housing options
It was a full house with 500+ attendees attending the inaugural NSW Housing Innovation Showcase in Sydney. With the NDIS giving people with disability more accommodation options it was an […]