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National autism strategy revealed

by daniellekJanuary 15, 2025January 15, 2025

The Federal government has just launched Australia’s first National Autism Strategy and an associated Action Plan. Together, the documents aim to improve inclusion, support and life outcomes for Australians on […]

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International keynote for Traumatic Brain Injury NZ conference

by daniellekJanuary 14, 2025January 15, 2025

Holly Kostrzewski has not let a traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle accident hold her back. Drawing on her lived experience, she will deliver the keynote at the first […]

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Community News

Co-design change with CYDA

by daniellekJanuary 14, 2025January 14, 2025

Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) is seeking expressions of interest for its new project, Take Charge of Change. The project aims to help CYDA’s community with the […]

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The year in disability

by daniellekDecember 18, 2024January 15, 2025

To say it’s been a busy year for disability policy is, frankly, an understatement. Much of what took place this year was expected, but there were a few surprises too. […]

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Government round-up

by daniellekDecember 18, 2024December 18, 2024

It’s been a busy few weeks for the Federal government with a number of updates coming through. Here’s a quick round-up: Government says growth on track NDIS Minister Bill Shorten […]

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Carols by Candlelight to be audio described via Vision Australia Radio

by daniellekDecember 18, 2024December 18, 2024

Vision Australia Radio is providing an audio-described simulcast of Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight once again, across its national radio network and the Community Radio Network. This Christmas Eve tradition, […]

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Asuria-ACU partnership to improve employment for PWD

by daniellekDecember 17, 2024December 17, 2024

Employment services provider, Asuria, is set to integrate a PhD program into the delivery of its Disability Employment Services (DES), thanks to a partnership with Australian Catholic University (ACU). The […]

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Health & Wellbeing

Minda opens new pool

by daniellekDecember 17, 2024January 15, 2025

After its first major renovation in 43 years, the Minda Allied Health and Aquatic Centre is officially open, providing a more comprehensive and individualised experience for more than 680 allied health clients […]