Western Australians with disability will benefit from an investment of more than $88 million to deliver frontline services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Federal Minister for Families and […]
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Beach matting provides pathway to inclusivity in Sydney
Malabar Beach has become the first beach in Sydney with permanent wheelchair access as part of a project by Randwick City Council, the Lions Club and the Rainbow Club Australia. […]
Renters with disability face additional challenges: report
Australians with a disability who rent are presented with additional challenges and barriers in the private rental market, according to a new report released this month. Disrupted; the consumer experience […]
ATSA growing in relevance
ATSA’s role in the industry has become more relevant especially to government and the National Disability Insurance Agency. Speaking at the ATSA AGM, chairman Geoff Purtill said a number of […]
Milestone for unique resort
Sargood on Collaroy, which opened its doors two years ago, is a world first when it comes to giving people with spinal cord injury (SCI) a holiday, and much more. […]
Highlights from Brain Injury Conference
Every State and Territory was represented at the National Brain Injury Conference, held at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, in November. The 300 delegates heard over 30 international and local experts in the […]
Happy Christmas to all our readers
The F2L team wishes all our readers a Happy Festive Season and a Bright, Healthy and Prosperous New Year and 2019.
Disability funding for students under review
The Federal Government is reviewing funding support for students with disability to ensure it is being distributed fairly and consistently. Minister for Education, Dan Tehan said the review would ensure […]
Emily Prior named DSA Youth Ambassador
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) has named child disability advocate Emily Prior as the organisation’s Youth Ambassador. Prior was formally recognised on International Day of People with a Disability, December 3, […]
Sargood on Collaroy celebrates two-year milestone
Since opening its doors two years ago, people with spinal cord injury (SCI) have travelled from across the world to experience Sargood on Collaroy, a fully-accessible and unique resort that […]
NDIS employment taskforce launched
A joint taskforce intended to boost employment opportunities for people with a disability has been established by the Morrison Government. Making the announcement at a National Disability Services CEO forum in […]
Gig Buddies – for people with disability
Gig Buddies Sydney is all about bringing people together. This project, with support from the City of Sydney, connects people who have learning disabilities with a social companion to head […]