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Changes to Wheelchair Standard
Standards Australia has revised requirements for powered wheelchairs and mobile scooters. The revision to the AS/NZS 3695.2:3013 Wheelchairs part 2: Requirements and test methods, includes new safety aspects. Among them […]
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IGA Campaign for Asia Pacific Games
IGA and SUPA IGA supermarkets in NSW and the ACT are raising funds for games athletes. Until November 19, the supermarkets are selling ‘Supporter Medal Stickers’ to help the 400 […]
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ARA Disability Employment Initiative
Australian Retailers Association gains grant to increase retail work options for people with disability. The industry body has been successful in its application for the National Disability Employment Initiative grant […]
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Disability Attendance Dips at Sporting Events
The number of people with a disability visiting a sporting event has declined markedly. According to a new report, ‘Value of Sport, Australia, 2013’ released by the Australian Bureau of […]
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Diabetes Rates Double With Disability
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have a disability as people without diabetes. This is according to a report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). And, […]
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Clinical Training Centre Opens
A clinical education facility for multiple professions has opened at the Sydney Adventist Hospital. The one-stop $17.7 million centre offers a multi-disciplinary training model providing clinical placements for health professionals […]
Posted inClothing, Comfort, Pressure Care
Calming Clothing for Children
Here is a new range of clothing for children with sensory processing disorders such as impaired proprioception. While these garments might look like typical kids clothes, they have been designed to provide gentle […]
Posted inComfort, Pressure Care, Seating
Cushions Shaped to Fit
Contoured-Fit cushions are designed to match the ergonomic shape of each person. The cushions come with two positioning preferences, moderate or aggressive. Each off-the-shelf cushion has a Dartex zipper cover, […]
Posted inHousehold Aids
Easy Hold Cutlery for Kids
Children with gripping difficulties will find eating easier with these forks and spoons. Henro-Grip cutlery has been developed with ergonomists, designed to assist in eating situations for children who find […]
Posted inCommunication
View & Record Computer
The new MagniLink S computer/monitor is for viewing materials or recording a lesson. Easily carried between home, school or work it is deployed in seconds and connects to a computer or monitor. The […]
Posted inBuilding, Designs
Home Modifications for Entries
A safe pathway is essential for easy entry into the home. Depending on topography, entries into existing homes can be difficult to manager. However with the installation of ramps and […]