Australians with motor neuron disease (MND) will now have improved access to essential information via a new website and national information line. The new resource, MND Connect, was developed under […]
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Government strengthens efforts to combat NDIS fraud
The NDIS Fraud Taskforce is being strengthened to crack down on dodgy providers. NDIS Minister Linda Reynolds said the Taskforce will be extended indefinitely to protect the integrity of the […]
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Specialist Disability Accommodation opens in Geraldton
What is said to be a ‘first of its kind’ in WA, six new homes for people with disability have just opened in Geraldton. Located in Beachlands, the homes can […]
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Join the A List where autism goes social
A social hub for young people with autism is being launched in September. The A List is an online national platform that will give autistic people and their families access […]
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Independence Aust. continues with National EB Dressing Scheme
Following a recent tender, services provider Independence Australia will continue to administer the National Epidermolysis Bullosa Dressing Scheme, the NEBDS, for a further three years. Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a […]
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Psychotropic medications ‘over-prescribed’
People with cognitive disability are being over-prescribed psychotropic medication, according to a report from The Royal Commission. And, despite the absence of reliable statistical data, there is ample evidence to […]
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Apply Now – Bundanon Arts Program
Does a six day stay at a rural property in NSW appeal? Applications are now open for the 2021 Accessible Arts and Bundanon Trust Artist-In-Residence Program which provide a creative […]
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Canon grants program now open
Canon Oceania submissions for its 2021 Grants Program are open, with an increase in cash donations for this year’s winners. Canon Oceania has supported more than 75 schools, not-for-profits and community groups with […]
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Arts sector to design disability code of conduct
Arts Access Australia (AAA) has received funding from the Australia Council to develop a national Disability Access & Inclusion Code of Conduct for the Australian arts sector. The funding will […]
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I-Art Show and Sell
I-Art, an art initiative for young people with disability in Western Sydney, has a public exhibition running at the Octagon Gallery in Parramatta until June 21. This talented group of […]
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Aussies more charitable if safeguards in place
New research has found that more people would increase donations to charity organisations with expense management systems in place. A survey conducted by management platform group DiviPay revealed that 74 […]
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NDIS report shows positive outcomes for participants
The latest National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) quarterly report showed strong outcomes among those aged 15 to 24 in paid jobs and fewer hospital admission for participants over 25. The […]