Telescope Writing Awards 2023, an annual award for writers with a disability run by Scope’s Community Inclusion Service, is now open for submissions There are six categories including fiction, biography, […]
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Providers facing closures with rising costs
National Disability Services (NDS) is predicting a wave of closures to disability services as recent changes to the NDIS pricing model, coupled with rising costs will make it impossible for […]
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Australian adaptive fashion brand ‘launched in the USA’
Clothing brand The Shapes United has become the first Australian adaptive fashion label to be sold online through US retailer, Walmart, introduced on US National Disability Independence Day, July 26. […]
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The NDIS and the role of early intervention
“My wish is for the NDIS to be a catalyst for increased social and economic participation and believe that participation is enhanced by increased independence and empowerment.” NDIS Minister Bill […]
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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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NDIS review panel calls for further consultation
The NDIS review panel hosted a webinar recently, addressing the major issues and themes their review has uncovered so far. Its ‘What we have heard’ report, listed five key challenges. […]
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Genetic healthcare toolkit for people with intellectual disability
Genetic healthcare kit for people with intellectual disability.
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Queensland builders push for delays in accessible housing
Claims that changes to accessible housing standards in Queensland will result in added costs to the industry has been disputed by Spinal Life Australia CEO Mark Townend. Speaking to F2L, […]
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New employment provider carries a board of experience
New employment provider carries a board of experience
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Nominate now for Australian Access Awards
Do you know an individual or organisation doing great things in the digital accessibility space? It’s time to nominate them in the Australian Access Awards. The biennial Australian Access Awards is […]
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Share your NDIS experience with the ABC
The ABC is inviting submission from those involved with or affected by the NDIS, as part of an ABC News investigation. This includes participants, their family and friend, guardians, advocates, […]
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Dates announced for Focus on Ability Film Festival
The Focus on Ability Film Festival is back, showcasing the skills and abilities of people with disability. Dates have been announced for screenings around Australia. This is an opportunity to […]