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Two Para athletes in a composite image: a man on the left in colour, wearing yellow and gold uniform, in a wheelchair on a racing track, and on the right a black and white image of a man in a wheelchair holding a basketball in one hand.
Posted inDisability Sports

Paralympians to take on Kosciuszko’s Peak

by daniellekNovember 27, 2024December 4, 2024

Richard ‘Dick’ Cordukes and Chris Sparks have been mates for over 40 years and share more than a few common bonds. They are both keen outdoorsmen, love their sport and […]

The 2024 Variety scholarship recipients: a group of young boys and girls standing on a stage in front of a projector screen. They are all holding certificates.
Posted inAwards

Variety Heart Scholarships open

by daniellekNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Talented and gifted kids can now apply for up to $4000 in funding through the Variety Heart Scholarships. The funding can be used to pay for annual tuition, travel, fees […]

A group of young men and woman dancing outside, representative of the Your Own Beat story.
Posted inCommunity News

Celebrate your own beat!

by daniellekNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

The City of Playford is gearing up for its annual “Celebration of Ability” event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. This year’s Celebration of Ability, “ Your Own […]

The purple Choose Inclusion Banner with white text saying I Choose Inclusion this International Day of People with Disability.
Posted inDisability Inclusion

ADN launches initiative to Choose Inclusion

by daniellekOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024

Australian Disability Network (ADN) has launched its new campaign ahead of International Day of People with Disability on December 3. The campaign, called Choose Inclusion, recognises the social model of […]

The presenters Peter and Pam from Vision Australia Radio. Pam is on the left in a beige cardigan, and Peter, an elderly man, is on the right. They are surrounded by radio equipment like microphones.
Posted inCommunity News

Take Part in Vision Australia Radio’s Annual Listener Survey!

by daniellekOctober 29, 2024October 29, 2024

Do you have a favorite Vision Australia Radio show or podcast that you just can’t live without? If you start your mornings with their live news readings, never miss an […]

A headshot of Anja Christofferson, a young woman with long blonde hair wearing a white suit.
Posted inCommunity News

Award-winning advocate to speak at expo

by daniellekOctober 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Award-winning disability advocate Anja Christoffersen will appear at the Brisbane Disability Expo next month. The 2023 International Day of People with Disability ambassador, model, author, and social entrepreneur will take […]

Posted inEntertainment

Nationwide movie ticket GIVEAWAY

by daniellekOctober 23, 2024October 25, 2024

F2L has three double passes to give away to the new Aussie film Audrey which is out November 7 screening in selected theatres NATIONWIDE and stars Hannah Diviney as well as […]

A mother feeding her baby a spoonful of food at the table, in an artistic blur.
Posted inCommunity News

Changes to Migration Act “commended”

by daniellekOctober 22, 2024October 23, 2024

The Federal government has amended the health criteria for temporary and permanent visas applicants who are born and ordinarily reside in Australia. The amendment has been commended by Welcoming Disability, […]

A cartoon style image of a women in blue pants and a white shirt, on a beige background with a sun next to her, with text describing the Enabling Young Women Leadership Program.
Posted inSpecial Programs

Leadership program for young women open for applications

by daniellekOctober 22, 2024October 23, 2024

Women with Disabilities Victoria is now taking applications for its Enabling Young Women Leadership Program. Through eight, three-hour group sessions, participants will build their confidence, explore who they are and […]

Posted inCommunity News

Meet a young carer

by Kymberly MartinOctober 9, 2024October 9, 2024

Celebrating National Carers Week with a young Victorian carer.

A group of people, some with a physical disability, sit in a room around a table with documents on it. They are having a discussion.
Posted inCommunity News

Have your say on social justice in Canterbury-Bankstown

by daniellekSeptember 24, 2024September 25, 2024

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is developing its first ever social justice charter and wants to hear from the community what issues matter most to them. Those who live, work […]

A group of people, all in suits and professional dress, stand for an official portrait on a red floor in front of a teal and yellow background.
Posted inSpecial Events

Nation’s oldest Deaf society celebrates milestone

by daniellekSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Expression Australia, the nation’s oldest Deaf Society has been recognised for 140 years of service to the Deaf and hard of hearing community with a celebratory event at Government House […]

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