Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as gloves, masks and sanitiser is a big issue confronting the disability sector, according to ATSA executive officer, David Sinclair. “The community is […]
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ATSA Independent Living Expos postponed until October 2020
Due to the escalation of COVID-19 and the Federal Government announcing a ban on gatherings of more than 500 people, ATSA has postponed the Perth and Melbourne expos, previously to […]
Views sought from disability sector on NDIS Workforce Plan
Disability organisations asked for comment.
Q&A with Gold Coast University Hospital Doctor, Dinesh Palipana
Dinesh Palipana was the first person in Australia with a spinal cord injury to graduate as a doctor. At 35, and with two degrees, law and medicine, this disability advocate […]
Book Review: Enhancing the Well-being of Students on the Autism Spectrum
Entering the field of research is a daunting task. The search for innovative methodologies and practices that include the voices of children reveals the importance of frameworks that allow for […]
Another overhaul for the NDIS
Findings from an independent review into legislation underpinning the National Disability Insurance Scheme have been released. The review is intended to deliver shorter, agreed timeframes for people to get decision […]
Latest US autism recommendations emphasise early intervention
In its first update of its clinical recommendations on autism in 12 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has suggested pediatricians start treating children who show signs of autism […]
Bushfires come closer to home
With bushfires currently out of control across many parts of the country it is more important than ever for people to be prepared should their property come under threat, particularly […]