The federal government has given disability housing projects a $10 million funding boost. Community organisations can apply for funding to complete, modify or fit-out projects outside NDIS trial sites. Applicants […]
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Wheelchair Racing heads to The Rocks
The GIO Summer Down Under Series Oz Day 10K takes place at The Rocks, Sydney on Australia Day. This major sporting event on the international wheelchair calendar attracts road racers […]
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Travellers with disability can share their holiday experience
A travel site for children has a new function that rates travel options for people with disability. The Kidzcationz site provides a platform for children to rate and share their […]
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The Hong Kong connection
Electronics can be life changing for people with disability. Offering solutions for controlling a vast range of daily activities from appliances to wheelchairs they assist in keeping those with disability […]
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First survey on SMEs approach to people with disability
A national survey on SMEs attitude towards people with disability revealed some surprising results. The Disability Confidence Survey Report showed how small to medium enterprises rated their awareness and inclusion of people […]
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Everyone’s a winner at the National Disability Awards
It was a night of celebration for 14 Australians recognised in the 2015 National Disability Awards. As Ngunnawal Elder Jeanette Philips said when delivering her welcome speech “everyone tonight deserves […]
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Tasmania moves to full NDIS roll-out
More than 10,000 Tasmanians are expected to benefit from the full roll-out of the NDIS that starts next year. The roll-out will begin in July 2016, with all eligible people […]
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Assistive Technology Forum for Disability Sector
ARATA and the NDIA are hosting a forum on the provision of assistive technology for people with disability. Find out what is happening locally and globally on Friday December 11 […]
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Help to develop new TBI online course
If you have a traumatic brain injury or neurological disorder your input is needed for an online course. Sydney’s Macquarie University eCentreClinic is developing a free online course to help […]
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ATSA gives an NDIS update
ATSA executive officer, Chris Sparks, is generally upbeat about the progress of the NDIS. Sparks delivered its latest implications in a strong message to ATSA member businesses following the 2015 AGM […]
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Horses for Courses
A learning program that involves interaction with horses is holding a professional development day. The ‘hands-on’ Horse Assistant Learning Programs offers a unique platform that involves a team of learning […]
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Telstra recognises ability that inspires
Trailblazing women working in disability and rehabilitation have won 2015 Telstra Business Women’s awards. Guide Dogs SA/NT chief executive Kate Thiele was the Social Enterprise Award category winner who has […]