Football Federation Australia (FFA) has announced its men’s national football team for athletes with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury or symptoms acquired from stroke – the Pararoos – are playing their […]
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Down syndrome comes with high dementia risk
By age 55, three out of five people with Down syndrome will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another neurodegenerative condition, according to a new US study. The study also […]
Improving access to disability employment
Five recommendations have emerged from new research on implementing best practice for a more accessible and inclusive workplace for people with disability. These were that: Effective reasonable adjustments can be […]
Webinar: NDIS and Children with Autism
Do you have a child under 7? MyCareSpace is partnering with ECIA (Early Childhood Intervention Australia) to inform and guide parents on how to access early intervention supports via the NDIS. If you have […]
Shoalhaven gets inclusive community hub
Shoalhaven City Council on the NSW South Coast has opened a new, inclusive playground at Sanctuary Point Clifton Park. A key feature is an accessible combination play area and adjoining […]
New learning tool for students with disability
A new initiative that empowers students with disability prepare for high school has been launched by Western Australia based service provider VisAbility. The free online tool is all about giving […]
Autism: “Game-changing shift needed”
When it comes to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a game-changing shift is needed to deal with fragmented research and services, according to Professor Adam Guastella, from the University of Sydney […]
Disability Sports Australia to open NT branch
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) is set to open a Northern Territory branch later this year. Announcing the move, DSA CEO Jenni Cole said while playing sport and being active is […]
NDIS participants not affected by SDA fraud allegations
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has reassured participants and their families that two companies reported in relation to alleged fraud and forgery, are not eligible for Specialist Disability Accommodation […]
Melbourne Airport introduces Hidden Disability Program
Melbourne airport has recently implemented the Hidden Disability Program for its international terminal to assist travellers requiring special assistance as they travel through the airport. The move follows Brisbane airport […]
Government launches National Disability Data Asset
The COAG Australian Data and Digital Council, chaired for the first time by Minister for Government Services Stuart Robert, has agreed to establish a National Disability Data Asset, which when developed […]
Global student innovation challenge winners announced
A mobility device that helps people with a disability and the elderly stand with ease and an innovative spoon design that helps adults and children with special needs to feel […]