Scripted assistive technology provider Astris PME is expanding into Tasmania, with the opening of two new branches in Launceston and Hobart. The move marks the company’s first physical presence in […]
Category: Assistive Technology
World-first therapy for West Australians with spinal injuries
A groundbreaking new therapy offers West Australians living with paralysis the chance of regaining significant movement and independence. SpinalCure Australia has just opened the state’s first clinical trial site for […]
Free AT seminars for vision impaired
Vision Australia seminar program for seniors.
Care Station simplifies parenting with disability
Parenting is hard work – but add in the unique challenges of parenting while using a wheelchair, and the difficulty increases. Now, a world-first invention aims to minimise those difficulties […]
Keeping your hands free and your phone safe
Whether you’re juggling dexterity challenges or balance issues, there are times when it’s vital to keep your hands free. A Brisbane mother of three, Friederike Kuehn, has found a way […]
Assisted Living range at Bunnings
Bunnings now stocks more than 2000 products in its expanding Assisted Living range. The hardware giant has moved into the sector and carries more than 2500 products in its range, […]
APEX Mobility Acquires Medix21
APEX Mobility is acquiring Medix21 Australia in what the company is calling a significant step forward in enhancing dealer support, logistics, and inventory management. Under this initiative, known as the […]
ARATA launches micro-credential
ARATA will launch its codesigned micro-credential at its next free member event this month. The micro credential is on the Good Practice Steps of Assistive Technology Provision. Also at the event, […]
Privacy and security in focus at webinar
People with Disability Australia will hold a webinar next month focused on the privacy and security of digital health tools like My Health Record. Participants will learn how to adjust […]
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 […]
Invitation to visit new Astris showroom in Perth
Assistive technology provider Astris PME will officially open its new state-of-the-art showroom and Experience Centre in Perth next month. The company will host an exclusive Showroom Open Day on Thursday […]
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 […]