The Federal government is providing $3.7 million to build another 31 Changing Places accessible bathroom facilities. The Commonwealth is partnering with the states and territories to fund 40 to 50 […]
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Challenge Community launches art competition
Challenge Community Services has announced that registrations for the 17th Annual Online Art Competition are now open. This competition celebrates the creative talents of people with disabilities, and children and […]
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Survey for Deaf and hard of hearing employees
Deaf Connect and Deakin University have partnered on a research project about the experience of Deaf and hard of hearing staff. The project aims to boost employer confidence in hiring Deaf […]
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Artists with disability put on a dance show at Brisbane Festival
Brisbane Festival starts in just a few days, and multiple dance shows this year are set to highlight the importance of diversity and representation in the arts. One of those […]
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NextSense Centre for Innovation opens
A state-of-the-art facility for people with hearing and vision loss has opened in Sydney. Located at Macquarie University it will support research, education and treatment for people with sensory disability. The […]
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Serendip Sensory Garden taking shape
A new sensory garden at Serendip Sanctuary is beginning to take shape, with draft designs developed for the new all-abilities space on Wadawurrung Country in Melbourne’s outer west. The draft […]
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Digital innovation festival to shine light on accessibility
Queensland’s largest digital innovation festival, Something Digital, is calling on businesses and attendees to prioritise inclusivity in their digital activities. The event will take place from 27-28 August this year […]
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New employment pathways for people with disability
The Federal government is injecting up to $14.7 million into the second round of grants under the Structural Adjustment Fund, to boost training and skills for people with intellectual disability […]
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WA needs feedback on draft Disability Plan
The Western Australian state government is calling for feedback on its draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2024–29. The plan will promote access and inclusion for people with disability in […]
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Nominate now for Australian Disability Service Awards
Do you know a game-changing assistive technology product, an innovative community program, an outstanding workplace inclusion initiative, or essential rural or remote services and programs? It’s time to get your […]
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Organisations join forces on NDIS funding
Ten organisations, including People with Disability Australia (PWDA), Women with Disabilities Australia (WWDA) and Touching Base, have signed a joint statement condemning NDIS Minister Bill Shorten’s comments on the exclusion […]
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Artisans Angkor training workshops in Cambodia
Cambodian specialists in arts and crafts have training programs for people with disability. Artisans Angkor is a showcase for traditional Kymer arts and crafts and approximately five per cent of the […]