Ballarat man Dale Pierce will run 100km in less than 24 hours to raise funds for people who are blind or have low vision, as part of Vision Australia’s 100K […]
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Posted inDisability Inclusion
Government commits to Accessible Australia
Many outdoor spaces are inaccessible for people with disability and high support needs. But the Federal government hopes to change that with a new initiative called Accessible Australia. This week […]
Posted inSpecial Events
Craft your pride!
Disability organisations will come together this Thursday for a LGBTQIA+ Mardi Gras float build day. Participants will enjoy a flag raising-ceremony, costume making, sign designing, float decoration and, of course […]
Posted inCommunity News
Revamped Camp MDA launches
Camp MDA has been relaunched with a brand new program. The new three-day program, developed by Muscular Dystrophy Australia (MDA) will be delivered in April and will bring children aged […]
Posted inEmployment
STEPS launches new programs around Aus
STEPS, a not-for-profit provider of training, employment, and community services, has officially launched its Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) Program in two new locations. The SEE Program was launched […]
Posted inEducation
Giving Deaf students a voice in higher ed
Staff at Charles Sturt University are learning Auslan to provide a more inclusive student experience for the Deaf and hard of hearing community. It’s thanks to a partnership with TAFE […]
Posted inCommunity News
Co-design change with CYDA
Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) is seeking expressions of interest for its new project, Take Charge of Change. The project aims to help CYDA’s community with the […]
Posted inDisability Sports
Paralympians to take on Kosciuszko’s Peak
Richard ‘Dick’ Cordukes and Chris Sparks have been mates for over 40 years and share more than a few common bonds. They are both keen outdoorsmen, love their sport and […]
Posted inAwards
Variety Heart Scholarships open
Talented and gifted kids can now apply for up to $4000 in funding through the Variety Heart Scholarships. The funding can be used to pay for annual tuition, travel, fees […]
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Celebrate your own beat!
The City of Playford is gearing up for its annual “Celebration of Ability” event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. This year’s Celebration of Ability, “ Your Own […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
ADN launches initiative to Choose Inclusion
Australian Disability Network (ADN) has launched its new campaign ahead of International Day of People with Disability on December 3. The campaign, called Choose Inclusion, recognises the social model of […]
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Take Part in Vision Australia Radio’s Annual Listener Survey!
Do you have a favorite Vision Australia Radio show or podcast that you just can’t live without? If you start your mornings with their live news readings, never miss an […]