Brisbane will become the hub for Paralympic sport following a partnership with the University of Queensland and Paralympics Australia. UQ vice-chancellor Professor Deborah Terry said the university will build, innovate, […]
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Disability project delivering automotive training to young people
Disability care provider Focus Care Adelaide has launched Project Shed, giving those with disability the opportunity to acquire real-time automotive transferable skills. The purpose-built training facility, comprises a fully operational […]
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Canon launches biggest ever grants program
Submissions are now open for the Canon Oceania 2023 Grants program that offers a grant pool of $50,000, that celebrates the company’s 50th year in Australia. Canon recognise three category […]
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A workshop like no other
A resident seal called Benny that lives on the steps of the Sydney Opera House has become the inspiration for a unique new workshop developed and choreographed by a talented […]
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Occupational Therapy Workforce Development Project wants your input
Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) is investing in a Workforce Development Project to address the significant workforce challenges facing the occupational therapy profession. The project will deliver a plan focused on […]
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Diversity takes centre stage at Disability Leadership Summit
The inaugural Disability Leadership Summit stood out for its lineup of inspiring speakers who not only shared their personal journeys of survival but delivered on the opportunities to change the […]
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Victoria delivering more accessible changing places
The Victorian Government has announced $2.3 million in funding for 13 new Changing Places facilities across Victoria with four of these facilities co-funded by the Commonwealth Government. Each Changing Place […]
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Disability Advocacy Services gets funding hike
Access to disability advocacy services, particularly for First Nations people, will benefit from a $4.5 million in funding that includes a capacity boost to the Disability Advocacy Support Helpline. The […]
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Vision Australia Albury-Wodonga holding an open day
Vision Australia Radio Albury-Wodonga is opening its doors to the public on June 23 for a behind the scenes look of the radio service for the local blind and low […]
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Westpac rolls out accessible credit cards
Westpac is launching a new suite of credit, debit and pre-paid cards designed to make payments more accessible for blind or low vision customers. The cards incorporate new accessibility elements, […]
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Feedback wanted on new train platform ramp
La Trobe University is calling for comment on a train platform ramp that allows people in a wheelchair to board and exit a train without assistance. The gap between a […]
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Independence and autonomy highlighted at ATSA Perth Expo
“Innovative products to assist people with disabilities in ways never before thought possible” – that’s how one visitor described the offerings at this year’s ATSA Independent Living Expo in Perth. […]