The NSW Government hosted a special event to celebrate Down Syndrome Day. NSW Disability Minister, Gareth Ward said organisations like Down Syndrome NSW play a pivotal role in advocating for […]
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Advanced robotics arrive at Royal Rehab
Royal Rehab in Sydney has become the first rehabilitation centre in Australia to have EksoNR, an advanced robotic exoskeleton, which could be a gamechanger for people following incomplete spinal cord […]
Limited edition prints raising funds for Variety
Variety Children’s Charity has rolled out its first merchandising campaign via its website. The organisiation has 200 limited edition prints of ‘Madi’s Elephant’ which is part of the Project Unleash […]
Call to support change to National Building Code
People with disability, older Australians, allied health and health professionals, the housing sector and the broader Australian community are being urged to support the inclusion of mandatory accessibility standards in […]
Don’t miss: ATSNZ Disability Expo 2021
Now in its second year, the ATSNZ Disability Expo is New Zealand’s leading exhibition for disability equipment and services. The event is for people with disability, carers, therapists and allied […]
Students with disabilty STEP up to graduate
STEPS Pathways College for young adults with disabilities and autism held its 2021 graduation recently. The college mission is to change the landscape for young adults with disability and autism […]
Training program to support tertiary students with disability
A free online program is now available for disability workers, on the best approach to supporting tertiary students with disability. Developed by the National Disability Coordination Officer Program and the […]
Boat ramp launched with accessibility issues
A new boat ramp recently opened in Kalaru on the NSW South Coast was not good news for those with limited mobility. Bega Valley Shire Council (BVSC) opened the new […]
ATSA exhibitors get funding boost
Eligible exhibitors for the ATSA Independent Living Expos can apply for funding to attend or exhibit at the events in Perth and Melbourne in May. It follows the shows being […]
New search tool to manage hearing health
A new search tool to help the estimated one in six Australians experiencing hearing loss has been launched by Audiology Australia. The ‘Find and Audiologist’ search tool has a data […]
Research paper highlights disability legislation
A research paper listing key elements of legislation affecting people with disability was recently issued by the Royal Commission. Prepared by the Australian Government Solicitor [AGS], the report covers State, […]
Northcott inclusive learning cycling pilot set to expand
Inclusive cycling pilot set to expand