Introducing Smart Wheels by Concourse, an all-new hub-mount power assist solution coming soon and distributed exclusively by Permobil Australia. Designed and made in Australia, Smart Wheels will allow the user […]
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New digital device for managing NDIS funds
A tool that enables NDIS participants to get an estimate of how much their supports costs, plan ahead, manage and fully utilise their budgets, is now available. The NDIS Budget […]
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Screenability returns to the Sydney Film Festival
Screenability, a platform for practitioners with disability, will be showing at the Sydney Film Festival in June. The 2022 program features the world premiere of three Australian short films selected […]
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People with disability missing in the disability employment sector
The Disability Leadership Institute has raised the red flag on the employment gap for people with disability. “It is well past time that the disability sector commits to hiring people […]
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CEOs gearing up for Wheelchair Challenge
Queensland peak body for Paralympic sports, Sporting Wheelies, is calling on CEOs across the state to gear up and put their best wheels forward for the inaugural CEO Wheelie Challenge. The state-wide […]
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Volunteer marks new employment chapter at Mater Hospital
Maren Wiebelskircher was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at 35 and had always struggled to find employment until she arrived at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. For the past five years, she […]
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WHO launches first global report on Assistive Technology
For the first time a report has been made available that gives a global snapshot of the assistive technology sector. The World Health Organization The Global Report on Assistive Technology, […]
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Countdown to ATSA Expo in Sydney
On May 25-26 it will be Sydney’s turn to open the doors to the ATSA Expo, the biggest disability event in the country. It’s here you will find all the […]
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‘Full house’ at ATSA Brisbane Expo
More than 1650 people braved the weather to attend the ATSA Independent Living Expo in Brisbane on May 11-12. “It is great that ATSA is once again able to run […]
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Dates announced for National Deafblind Conference
The 11th National Deafblind Conference with its theme ‘Deafblind Keeping Connected through Covid and beyond’ will have a mix of keynote presentations, panel discussions and workshops covering a broad range […]
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Go-Go Endurance Li: Travelling has never been easier
Travelling has never been easier with the Go-Go Endurance Li. This lightweight 4-wheel scooter has everything you need for a safe and convenient trip. With an efficient 16AH MAXX lithium […]
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Finding an accessible beach just got easier
Accessible Beaches Australia has launched a beach access directory, the first of its kind in Australia, with detailed listings of accessible beaches. Accessible Beaches Australia founder Shane Hryhorec, said, “We […]