Diversity and Inclusion is one of three new categories to be introduced to this years’ Australia Post Online Retail Industry Awards (ORIAS). The Diversity and Inclusion Impact Award joins a […]
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Government driving workplace accessibility changes
In an effort to boost disability employment opportunities the Labor Government is increasing funding for Auslan services and building modifications to make workplaces more accessible. The investment is intended to […]
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Café breaking new grounds
An inclusive and accessible café that has just opened on the NSW Central Coast is a first for the region to offer employment and training opportunities for people with disability. […]
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Government signs off on disability employment pilot
The Albanese Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Business Council of Australia to implement a disability employment pilot intended to improve employment opportunities for people with disability. […]
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Mable opens community grants program
Applications for a Mable Community Grant is open until January 31, 2023 for projects or initiatives that create an inclusive society for people with disability or older Australians. Grants are […]
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What Ability welcomes a major partner
Disability service provider What Ability has taken insurer AAMI on board as a partner. Suncorp Group insurance product CEO Lisa Harrison, said the partnership further cemented AAMI’s strong credentials in […]
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Hotel employment for people with disability gathers momentum
Spinal Cord Injuries Australia’s employment service, EmployAbility, and IHG Hotels & Resorts have joined forces to provide career opportunities within the hotel group across Australia for people with disability. “We […]
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Disability advocate develops app for local disability community
Toowoomba disability advocate Josh Marshall is developing an app to help residents with disability navigate their local community. The MyAccess app will provide a catalogue of venues that allows people […]
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Coles for Business – a smart shopping solution for disability support services
Introducing Coles for Business, a dedicated shopping partner for disability support services across Australia. No matter the size or location of the workplace, Coles for Business will provide a tailored shopping […]
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AT showroom opens in Adelaide
What is said to be the largest and most comprehensive assistive technology retail store in Australia has opened in Adelaide, providing people with disability, rehabilitating from injury or surgery, consumables […]
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Coles takes the lead in disability recruitment
Coles Group has been ranked number one out of 26 organisations for the recruitment and selection of people living with disabilities in the Access and Inclusion Index 2021. The Australian […]
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Independence Australia and Zest Care to unite
Independence Australia and Zest Care Australia will join forces on July 1, a change intended to better serve the interests of people living with disability as a new, unified organisation, […]