The diverse experiences of more than four million Australians living with disability is the subject of a new report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The report, People […]
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More funding for disability programs
More funding for people with disability has been announced. The Individual Capacity Building grants will fund activities to the tune of $100 million over the next three years for people […]
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Unique grant program available at ATSA Canberra
Children’s charity, Variety NSW/ACT is to make its debut at the first Canberra ATSA Independent Living Expo next week, as it seeks to build awareness in the community of its […]
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Business to get more NDIS funding
A $5.6 million funding boost to help businesses transition to NDIS through the Transition Assistance Funding initiative has been announced, with 280 organisations receiving grants of up to $20,000 each […]
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Freedom2live goes weekly
Online publication Freedom2Live is increasing its frequency from fortnightly to weekly from August 7, 2019. Editor Kymberly Martin said increasing demand for more information from the disability sector was behind […]
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Dance Health Alliance for ATSA Canberra Expo debut
Australian not-for-profit organisation Dance Health Alliance (DHA) is set to appear at the first Canberra ATSA Independent Living Expo, from August 27-28. The Australian not-for-profit organisation facilitates dance programs specifically for […]
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More speakers confirmed for ATSA Canberra
A number of speakers have been confirmed for the Canberra ATSA Independent Living Expo, taking place from August 27-28, 2019. Held in conjunction with iCREATe, the international Convention of Rehabilitation […]
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New facility for people with intellectual disability
This new technology-enabled facility for those with complex intellectual disability, has opened in Melbourne. Developed by St John of God, with technology partner HomeStay Care, it claims to set a […]
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Brisbane Airport introduces Australian-first Hidden Disability Program
Brisbane Airport has introduced a new program designed to support travellers with hidden disabilities. Soft-launched in November last year, the Hidden Disability Program was introduced to help Brisbane Airport front-line […]
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Disability Sports assisting SA disability sports group
Disability Recreation and Sports SA (DRSSA), an independent member of Disability Sports Australia (DSA), has entered into liquidation with assistance being provided by DSA to DRSSA members. DSA CEO, Jenni […]
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Victorians with disability shooting new career goals
Victorians with disability will have better access to career opportunities through a new sports initiative backed by the State Government. Minister for Disability, Luke Donnellan announced a $100,000 Jobs Victoria Innovation […]
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United Voice welcomes decision to Keep Disability SA
Australian trade union United Voice has welcomed a decision from South Australia’s State Government to not pursue the proposal to privatise Accommodation Services. In June 2018, the Marshall State Government announced […]