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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Inclusive cycling pilot set to expand

Six Australians living with disability have overcome Covid-19 and their own fears to take starring roles in an inspiring film series. The second season of Fearless,  a collection of six […]

The Disability Royal Commission will make multiple recommendations when it hands in its report on the impact of Covid-19 on people with disability on November 26 . The Royal Commission […]

Queensland’s first quadriplegic doctor and disability advocate Dr Dinesh Palipana, has been named Queensland Australian of the Year.  Now senior resident doctor at the Gold Coast University Hospital he was […]

Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) has launched the first National Youth Disability Leadership Program. This program is completely free, online and is designed for young people with […]

The Disability Royal Commission interim report has been published, without any recommendations, however chairman, Ronald Sackville, has requested a 17-month extension to September 2023 to release a final report. He […]

The government is taking further measures to ensure people with disability and their supporters will be able to recount their experiences and fully participate in the Disability Royal Commission with […]