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An A-List for autism
National online platform, MyCareSpace, is partnering with disability organisation AFDO to build an online hub for young people with autism, thanks to a $1 million Federal Government grant. Dubbed “The […]
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Students with disabilty STEP up to graduate
STEPS Pathways College for young adults with disabilities and autism held its 2021 graduation recently. The college mission is to change the landscape for young adults with disability and autism […]
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Apply now for Variety Scholarships for kids
Applications are now open for the 2021 Variety Heart Scholarships, which provide grants of up to $5000 for children with a demonstrated talent in sport or arts but need help […]
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Have your say on MMDs
Do you use a Motorised Mobility Device such as an electric wheelchair or mobility scooter? If so, you are invited to participate in a government research project to help improve […]
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New business training programs from Accessible Arts
NSW based arts disability organisation, Accessible Arts has added new services and training designed to give businesses the opportunity to increase culture, accessibility and inclusion for people with disability. Among […]
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Klaxon Mobility – The Art of Moving
Wheelchair users can now experience a new level of freedom without compromising the manoeuvrability of their manual wheelchair. Klaxon KLICK devices are small, light, compact and suitable for travel and […]
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Update on vaccination rollout
The Disability Royal Commission has welcomed the release of Australia’s ‘Covid-19 vaccine strategy’ that supports giving priority to disability care residents and disability care staff (Phase 1a) and to younger […]
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Training program to support tertiary students with disability
A free online program is now available for disability workers, on the best approach to supporting tertiary students with disability. Developed by the National Disability Coordination Officer Program and the […]
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School initiative challenging stereotypes
NSW regional services community organisation, Social Futures has designed a new program ‘Different on the Outside, Same on the Inside’ for primary school children. The free program, facilitated by Social […]
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2021 AFLW Premiership Cup Ambassador
Yeronga South Brisbane Devils Football Club player, Jamie Howell has been selected as the 2021 NAB AFLW Premiership Cup Ambassador. Howell, who is profoundly deaf, will be involved in the […]
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DRC hearing to examine ‘criminalisation of disability’
The Disability Royal Commission will examine the detention and overrepresentation of people with cognitive disability in the criminal justice system at its next public hearing from February 16-25. 2021. The […]