The first major review of the Disability Services Act since 1986 is now open for public consultation. Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth said comments on the proposed changes are […]
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Ryde Council launches real-time accessible parking
Finding a parking spot in Ryde just got easier for people with disability. Ryde is one of the first councils in New South Wales to launch real-time parking availability for […]
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Unique website addresses sexual harassment in the workplace
A website to help employers and workers address sexual harassment and support them to create a gender inclusive, safe and respectful workplace has been launched. The Respect@Work website, which is […]
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National register for special purpose car seats
Parents of children with disabilities and medical conditions can now access independent safety information about specialised car seats following a world-first crash-testing program. Mobility and Accessibility for Children in Australia […]
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Budget 2022 delivers on the NDIS
The Albanese Government is moving in the right direction in getting the NDIS back on track. Among the funding commitments announced in the Budget were increases to strengthen fraud detection […]
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Free disability podcast program launched in 22 languages
A series of podcasts with culturally diverse Australians sharing stories, experiences and advice around living well with disability, has been launched. Speak My Language (Disability) Program is a national initiative […]
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Updated Covid support measures for NDIS participants
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has updated its Covid measures to ensure NDIS participants and providers continue to be supported, reflecting the health risks many people with disability still […]
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Mental Health Commission & PWDA Webinar
The National Mental Health Commission (NMHC) and People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is bringing Making Connections for Your Mental Health and Wellbeing program (Connections2022) to people living with disability. The […]
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Government fast forwards NDIS Independent Review
The Albanese Government has launched an Independent Review into the NDIS that will be delivered in collaboration with participants, their families, carers, providers, workers and the wider community. The review […]
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Preliminary report on NDIS
An early report on the future of the NDIS and proposals to restructure the scheme has been delivered by disability advocate and Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott. Among the […]
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TAFE NSW hosting jobs event for disability sector
TAFE NSW Bega is partnering with local organisations to host a special event to highlight growing job opportunities in the local caring industry. Jobs for the Bega Valley will be […]
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Kurt Fearnley to head NDIA
After a lengthy recruitment process, NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has announced that Paralympian Kurt Fearnley will lead the National Disability Insurance Agency. Also appointed to the board are former Disability […]