The former Premier of Victoria, Denis Napthine will be visiting ATSA Independent Living Expo in Melbourne in his role as patron of Solve Disability Solutions. Visitors to the expo can […]
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ATSA Expo helps utilise purchasing power
Whether you are already a user of assistive technology (AT) or looking to purchase a new AT product or service, it makes sense to visit the ATSA Independent Living Expo […]
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NDIS needs market help to deliver shortfall in specialist disability housing
By George Taleporos Funding for Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is expected to support 28,000 people, 6 per cent of all NDIS participants. However, […]
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Building a user-led community on AT
A new project demonstrating the potential of peer-led information sharing around assistive technology (AT) has been launched by The Independent Living Centre WA (ILCWA). The initiative is intended to change […]
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Ability Links makes one million connections
Ability Links NSW is celebrating one million community connections. Far North Coast Ability Links program manager, Robert Baldwin, said the milestone highlights the important dual role of Ability Links NSW […]
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Treatment offers hope for better stroke recovery
University of Queensland researchers are leading a world-first project that might help overcome disability that can affect many everyday activities for stroke survivors. And UQ is looking for stroke survivors […]
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Three leading service providers merge
House with No Steps (HWNS), The Tipping Foundation (TTF) and Victorian Personal Centred Services (VISTA) have announced a new team to lead the merged organisation from March 1, 2018. The […]
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White noise tunes into learning potential
Listening to white noise can increase the ability to learn new words. A study by the University of Queensland is the first to show the effect listening to white noise could […]
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New NSW standards for inclusive play spaces
NSW playgrounds will need to meet new design standards that cater for people with all abilities. The NSW Government is developing new guidelines for councils and developers to provide facilities […]
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Disappointing response from SME business in disability survey
SMEs struggle to find time to focus on issues such as inclusion of people with disability. This was one of the key findings from an Australian Network on Disability (AND) […]
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Disability Awards – the finalists
The 12 finalist for this year’s Disability Awards have been announced. The finalists, selected from 145 nominations across five categories, focused on workplace diversity, inclusive education, accessible communities, advocacy and […]
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ANZ banking easier for people with disability
ANZ banking group adds accessibility features to all retail and commercial Visa debit cards. The rollout follows ANZ’s development of the accessibility features that were first introduced to its Access […]