Outgoing NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has made his valedictory speech to the Australian Parliament as he says farewell to politics after 17 years. Shorten made his speech on Thursday 21 […]
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PWDA urges action on cost of living for people with disability
Peak body People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is asking the government to take immediate action to alleviate the cost of living crisis for people with disability. The organisation said it […]
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Shepherd Centre heads to Japan
The Shepherd Centre has officially signed a partnership to share its more than 50 years of expertise with Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture Hospital. The partnership aims to improve outcomes for Japanese […]
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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 […]
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Give flying a try this IDPwD
Have you ever wanted to fly? This International Day of People with Disability, you can! iFly, the indoor skydiving experience, is giving away 60 free flights to people living with […]
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Graduation season kicks off at The Shepherd Centre
Seven Deaf children, aged 5-6 years old, will be graduating from The Shepherd Centre‘s early intervention program and getting ready for their next adventure – big school. Their graduation showcase […]
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Tasmania seeks first Disability Commissioner
Applications are now open for Tasmania’s first Disability Commissioner. An independent statutory appointment, the Disability Commissioner is a key component of the Tasmanian Government’s Disability Rights, Inclusion and Safeguarding Act 2024, […]
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Deafblind Australia urges feedback on foundational supports
Deafblind Australia is interested in hearing from Deafblind people about their experiences with accessing information, advice and support. This comes as the Commonwealth Department of Social Services (DSS) gathers feedback […]
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STEPS invites families to Autism Treehouse Christmas Party
STEPS is hosting its annual Autism Treehouse Christmas Party at the Kawana Sports Precinct on Sunday 24 November. It’s the 11th STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party, with the event fast becoming a […]
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Register now for the Disability Leadership Oration
The thought-provoking Disability Leadership Oration is back for another year. Centred on IDPwD in December (International Day of People with Disability), the Oration is a destination annual event for the calendars […]
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Shorten increases NDIS penalties
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has announced significant new penalties for those who hurt or injure an NDIS participant – bringing legislation into line with WHS penalties. Shorten announced the second […]
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Award-winning advocate to speak at expo
Award-winning disability advocate Anja Christoffersen will appear at the Brisbane Disability Expo next month. The 2023 International Day of People with Disability ambassador, model, author, and social entrepreneur will take […]