MS Australia is bringing together the nation’s top researchers to study the complex link between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and multiple sclerosis (MS) – with the potential torevolutionise how we treat, […]
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Posted inAssistive Technology
Government pilot to recycle assistive technology
The federal government is trialing a scheme to recycle disability support equipment, potentially saving it hundreds of millions of dollars each year and increasing access to this equipment for people […]
Posted inNews
Shepherd Centre heads to Japan
The Shepherd Centre has officially signed a partnership to share its more than 50 years of expertise with Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture Hospital. The partnership aims to improve outcomes for Japanese […]
Posted inNews
Tasmania seeks first Disability Commissioner
Applications are now open for Tasmania’s first Disability Commissioner. An independent statutory appointment, the Disability Commissioner is a key component of the Tasmanian Government’s Disability Rights, Inclusion and Safeguarding Act 2024, […]
Posted inPublic Transport
Inclusive ‘train’-ing
If you would like to know more about how to travel on Victoria’s public transport system, both Metro Trains and V/Line offer sessions designed to help commuters feel more comfortable […]
Posted inCommunity News
Take Part in Vision Australia Radio’s Annual Listener Survey!
Do you have a favorite Vision Australia Radio show or podcast that you just can’t live without? If you start your mornings with their live news readings, never miss an […]
Posted inCommunity News
Changes to Migration Act “commended”
The Federal government has amended the health criteria for temporary and permanent visas applicants who are born and ordinarily reside in Australia. The amendment has been commended by Welcoming Disability, […]
Posted inSpecial Disability Accommodation
SDA housing complex opens in Sydney’s southwest
The first residents have moved into Specialist Disability Accommodation in the new Spring Square complex in Bankstown, Sydney. The 10 apartments plus staff unit at Spring Square are part of […]
Posted inCommunity News
Meet a young carer
Celebrating National Carers Week with a young Victorian carer.
Posted inNDIA
NDIS Quality Supports pilot begins
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) will pilot two new initiatives under the new Quality Supports program, to deliver high quality services to vulnerable participants. The pilots will focus on […]
Posted inAssistive Technology
New Auslan News Pilot to support the Deaf community
The Federal Government is launching a pilot news program – Auslan90 – for the Deaf community, delivered in partnership with Deaf Connect and SBS. The Auslan90 pilot will include daily […]
Posted inArts
Applications open for Createability hosts
Applications are now open for NSW arts, music and screen organisations to join the 2025 Createability Internship Program and be matched with talented creative practitioners with disability or who are […]