Universal Design has announced speakers for its 2020 conference. Under the theme of “Thriving with Universal Design: Everyone, Everywhere, Everyday,” the three keynotes will cover Smart and Inclusive Cities, Myths […]
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Latest US autism recommendations emphasise early intervention
In its first update of its clinical recommendations on autism in 12 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has suggested pediatricians start treating children who show signs of autism […]
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Join the Sydney Mardi Gras this Leap Year
People with Disability Australia (PWDA), together with Northcott, will march together in the 2020 Mardi Gras parade in Sydney and LGBTIQA+ and people with disability are invited to join in […]
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NDIA clarifies new AT cost structure
Following initial confusion, the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released a statement clarifying Assistive Technology (AT) funding support between $1,500 and $5,000, while confirming the low cost and risk […]
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Our most popular Facebook posts for 2019
As we make our way into a new decade, F2L reflected on the most popular posts on our Facebook page in 2019. Winning by a mile was our post in […]
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Bushfire update for NDIS participants and providers
If you are an NDIS participant or provider affected by the bushfires and need assistance with disability supports and to find current office closures go to: https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/4143-bushfires-information-and-support. The National Disability […]
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Bushfire update for NDIS participants and providers
If you are an NDIS participant or provider that has been affected by the bushfires and need assistance with disability supports and to find current office closures go to: https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/4143-bushfires-information-and-support. […]
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Bushfires come closer to home
With bushfires currently out of control across many parts of the country it is more important than ever for people to be prepared should their property come under threat, particularly […]
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New era for Independent Living Centre WA
The Independent Living Centre WA (ILC) has undergone a restructure and is now known as Indigo. Part of the change also includes the establishment of a new organisation called Independent […]
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New therapy tool for acquired brain injury
A touch-screen therapy tool could accelerate the recovery of patients who have suffered a stroke and change the way rehabilitation is delivered. Called EDNA, the digital software delivers therapy through […]
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TV audio description for blind and vision impaired
The Federal Government is helping people who are blind and vision impaired access audio description services on ABC and SBS television programs with $2 million in funding to each broadcaster. […]
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Medical support for bush fire communities
For the first time the Australian Government has deployed Australian Medical Assistance Team (AUSMAT) specialists in a domestic setting to provide medical support to people evacuated from bushfire-affected communities. The […]