A new Disability Strategy supported by targeted action plans and a robust outcomes framework is intended to drive change for people with disability over the next decade. Launched to mark […]
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Share your experiences for IDPwD
To celebrate International Day of People with Disability, advocate group Social Futures is inviting people with disability to share a ‘gem of wisdom’ on its website that showcases relatable and […]
Canberra’s first AT mentor graduates
ACT carer and Hartley Lifecare support worker, Stephanie Brown, has just graduated as the ACT’s first qualified AT Mentor. A support worker and a family member of a person with […]
Register NOW for ATSA Expo Canberra
The ATSA Independent Living Expo Canberra is just eight days away – Register now for free to attend 20 seminar sessions with a stellar line-up of speakers. Don’t miss this information-packed […]
Kynd support services picks up $2m funding boost
Support services platform gets big funding boost
New iPad app for hearing impaired
New app for iPad makes communication easier for people with hearing loss.
Don’t miss Focus on Ability Short Film Festival – October 27
The winners of the 13th NOVA Employment International Focus on Ability Short Film Festival will be announced on October 27. Join ambassador Paula Duncan, NOVA CEO Martin Wren and […]
Deaf Children Australia launches new website
Deaf Children Australia has a new resource for parents with a deaf or hard of hearing child (DHH) aged 0-7 years. The Flying Colours website is designed to be a […]
New AT portal for people with disability
A free assistive technology (AT) Portal designed to help people with disability across Australia store their AT information, get specialised peer support and build their knowledge, is up and running. […]
NDIA and Pharmacy Guild boost NDIS vaccination rates
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) and The Pharmacy Guild Australia have joined forces to make it easier for NDIS participants to book and access Covid-19 vaccinations through local pharmacies. […]
MMDs get the green light on NSW footpaths
After more than 13 years of advocating, the NSW government has amended the road rules to allow all Motorised Mobility Device (MMDs) users, the legal right to use their device, […]
Youngcare ‘Giving Day’ is September 23
National not-for-profit Youngcare is hosting its second Giving Day to raise funds to continue to develop Specialist Disability Accommodation and grants programs for young people with disabilities and their families. […]