Families of children with disability facing long wait times for diagnosis and support can now access a free, evidence-based online parenting program funded by the Australian Government. The program is […]
Category: Health & Wellbeing
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Call for end to FASD stigma
The CEO of Australia’s National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (NOFASD) says it’s time to end the stigmatisation of women around FASD. CEO Sophie Harrington addressed delegates at an […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
Roadmap to better health for people with autism
It’s well documented that people with autism face challenges in accessing healthcare. Things like the sensory environment of a doctor’s waiting room, difficulty identifying and reporting on symptoms and feelings […]
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 inEducation
New course in beach accessibility
A new micro-credential in beach accessibility aims to create safe and inclusive beach experiences for people with disability. CQUniversity’s U-BEACH Introduction to Beach Accessibility micro-credential is the first of its kind, and provides […]
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 inAssistive Technology
Privacy and security in focus at webinar
People with Disability Australia will hold a webinar next month focused on the privacy and security of digital health tools like My Health Record. Participants will learn how to adjust […]
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Minda opens new pool
After its first major renovation in 43 years, the Minda Allied Health and Aquatic Centre is officially open, providing a more comprehensive and individualised experience for more than 680 allied health clients […]
Posted inArts
Pause urged on changes to therapy funding
SANE Australia is among the organisations and advocates calling for potential changes to music and art therapy funding to be paused. It follows NDIS Minister Bill Shorten’s announcement that funding […]
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MS Australia launches EBV research platform to combat MS
MS Australia is bringing together the nation’s top researchers to study the complex link between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and multiple sclerosis (MS) – with the potential torevolutionise how we treat, […]
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Aquatic win for young people with cerebral palsy
Young people with cerebral palsy have seen some of their symptoms decline thanks to a swimming program developed by University of Queensland (UQ) researchers. Professor Sean Tweedy from UQ’s School of Human […]
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BlinkLab partners with Monash on ADHD and autism
BlinkLab has joined forces with Monash University’s School of Psychological Sciences on its ongoing study aiming to improve diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) The MAGNET project is […]