Accessible Arts and Bundanon Trust Artist-In-Residence program will be going ahead this year. Applications are now open for artists with disability in NSW and the ACT to undertake a six-night […]
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Latest statistics on disability
There were 4.4 million Australians with disability or 17.7 per cent of the population in 2018, down from 18.3 per cent in 2015, according to the latest data from the […]
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EasyStand Zing MPS Stander – go seamlessly from full supine to prone
The EasyStand Zing Multi-Position Stander (MPS) is the only paediatric stander that allows a child to seamlessly go from full supine to prone without having to change, turn or flip pads, trays, […]
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PPE funding for NDIS participants in NSW and Victoria
NDIS participants in Victoria and New South Wales will be able to claim the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks, in what will be a temporary funding arrangement. […]
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Autism severity can change during childhood
A recent US study from the University of California MIND Institute has shown that trajectories of autism symptoms severity can evolve during early childhood. The study found that nearly 30 […]
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New resources for assisted animals
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released several resources to give participants, providers and assessors clearer guidelines about assistance animals funding requests with updates to the Operational Guideline. The ‘Including […]
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Raising the bar on disability care
Encouraging paid workers to employ an appropriate respectful personal relationship with young people with disability will lift standards in the sector, according to new research. It will lead to children […]
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Community Connector program expanded to remote areas
People with disability in rural and remote locations will receive easier access and more NDIS support following the expansion of the National Community Connector program. Four population groups to benefit […]
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Quality Equipment for Quality of Life
Rifton produce outstanding adaptive and mobility equipment for children and adults with disabilities. A Hi-Lo Base is now available for the Rifton Hygiene and Toileting (HTS) chair which is height […]
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Special Tomato Multi Positioning System – clinically sound, innovative design, exceptional value
Ideal for home and school, the Hi-Low Multi Positioning System (MPS) is affordable, customised seating with built-in growth adaptability in an innovative design at exceptional value. It offers choices of seat […]
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Education system failing disability students during COVID-19
The education changes made necessary by COVID-19 for students with disabilities paints a disappointing picture, according to a new survey conducted by Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA). […]
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Stemming the flow: Can COVIDSafe, hand sanitisers help?
Just how effective is the COVIDSafe smartphone app when it comes to lessening the effect of a new wave of COVID-19? And be wary of alcohol-free hand sanitisers as there is […]