Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a hidden but common disability that affects many people, making it difficult for them to understand and use language, with a recent Australian prevalence study […]
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University students with disability confronted by workplace discrimination
University students with disabilities routinely face discrimination while on work placement, leading to some dropping out or switching career pathways, according to an Australian-first research study. The Deakin University study […]
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Aspect Central Coast Senior College opens new facilities
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) has opened new facilities at its Central Coast Senior College in Terrigal, on the NSW Central Coast. The school has refurbished all existing classrooms and added […]
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Magic table for all abilities
A cutting-edge light projection system has been unveiled at Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre, in Sydney. Called the Tovertafel, or magic table, it brings interactive games and puzzles to life […]
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Cockburn Council implements Disability Access and Inclusion Plan
Cockburn City Council in Western Australia has adopted its 2023-2028 Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP), that includes the expansion of the city’s current employment and training pathways for people […]
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Occupational Therapy Workforce Development Project wants your input
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) is investing in a Workforce Development Project to address the significant workforce challenges facing the occupational therapy profession. The project will deliver a plan focused on […]
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First on-campus autism centre opens in Victoria
Australia’s first on-campus community centre for autistic adults has opened, following a collaboration between Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) and Victoria University (VU). The new centre offers services for autistic adults […]
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Turia Pitt delivering keynote at OT Conference
Humanitarian Turia Pitt will deliver the opening keynote at Occupational Therapy Australia National Conference & Exhibition on June 21-23. Pitt, who suffered burns to 65 per cent of her body […]
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Occupational Therapy Australia introduces leadership program
Occupational Therapy Australia has launched its inaugural Leadership Program developed in collaboration with leadership experts and leading occupational therapists. OTA’s Leadership Program is for OTs looking to take the next […]
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Free occupational therapy student career webinar
Occupational Therapy Australia is introducing a new Student Career Webinar Series, developed by occupational therapists for final year OT students. Following forums in 2021 and 2022, innovations have been made […]
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Early Years Strategy taking shape
A National Summit to discuss the development of an Early Years Strategy that will enable children and families, greater access to quality education, health and care services, was held in […]
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Grants for children with disability and developmental concerns
Two projects, led by Autism Queensland and the Australian Catholic University, will provide support to children aged up to eight years and their families as part of the National Early […]