Time is running out to register for ATSA Independent Living Expo in Brisbane on May 7. Entry is free for this major event on the Queensland calendar and it is the […]
Author Archives: Kymberly Martin
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Minister pulls no punches on disability employment
Don’t patronise those with disability and don’t play the shame game with employers. This was the blunt message from Assistant Minister for Social Services, Mitch Fifield, in a recent speech to the […]
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Inquiry into disability employment and discrimination
The Human Rights Commission is conducting a national inquiry into employment discrimination. The inquiry will focus on people with disability as well as older workers. Representatives from the Commission will be […]
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Join the race in Wings for Life World Run
The world’s most unique running event starts on May 3 to help raise funds for spinal cord injury research. With running tracks spanning six continents, over 60,000 participants will set […]
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Flying in the face of sleep
Increasing the amount of time sleeping has been shown to temporarily cure learning defects, in flies at least. An international study on sleep and learning, carried out on the common fruit fly, suggests […]
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TIGA FX – the portable wheelchair to take anywhere
Travelling with a wheelchair just got easier with the new TIGA FX that fits into small spaces. Lightweight and rigid it folds into a briefcase style shape for easily storing […]
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Driver operated safety seat belt
Undoing a seat belt when a vehicle is moving is no longer possible with this new driver-activated device. Described as two seat belts in one, the Stay-Put lockable seat belt […]
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New university program assists children with developmental issues
A University of Queensland program can reduce serious behavioural problems in children with disabilities. The new UQ Stepping Stones Triple P program has been shown to help reduce aggression, noncompliance […]
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More support needed for people with cognitive disability
Decision-making support to people with cognitive impairment needs to be substantially improved. Recent studies from the La Trobe University Living with Disability Research Centre, has identified factors that underpin the […]
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Gov. working on next round of timelines for disability conferences
The DSS is currently developing processes for the National Disability Conference Initiative in 2015-16. The Federal Government provides funding to a number of organisations to maximise participation of people with disability […]
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SCIA teams up with the NRL
Spinal Cord Injuries Australia has formed a partnership with the National Rugby League. The collaboration will assist injured rugby league players and their families following a major injury. As well as […]
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Brain Injury Australia consulting on NDIS safeguards
Do you have an acquired brain injury? Brain Injury Australia wants your help. The organization has been invited by the Department of Social Services to assist with building quality and […]