ATSA is taking submissions for the Independent Living Expos in Melbourne and Perth in 2018. Presentations are part of the comprehensive conference program with sessions that will cover the latest […]
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Parallel Parks – a Virtual reality for people with disability
Parallel Parks, Australia’s first Virtual reality (VR) project went live in Martin Place Sydney recently. The project will enable people with disability and those with mobility issues, to access previously […]
New $10 banknote now in circulation
The new $10 banknote has been launched and includes a tactile feature to assist the vision-impaired. As well as being more secure, the new design retains images of Dame Mary […]
TAFE Expo pulls in the Sunshine Coast crowd
The annual TAFE Disability and Lifestyle Expo is getting more popular each year. Held recently at Mooloolaba TAFE on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, the expo has been an important […]
Battle lines drawn as Nationals push for changes to MMDs
The National Party annual conference has passed a motion calling for tougher regulations on MMDs. It wants the Federal Government to introduce uniform Australian design rules and standards for mobility […]
Smartphone app for screening cerebral palsy
New Smartphone app has the potential to speed up diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Called Baby Moves, the app allows parents to video their baby which will allow clinicians to identify potential […]
Speech Pathology wants action on communication access
Call for greater access for people with communication disability, similar to that apply for wheelchair users. A forum was held in Melbourne recently to explore interest in developing communication access standards and […]
Universal Design Forum for Adelaide
An opportunity to hear about the latest innovations in Universal Design affiliated with inclusive environments. The concept of Universal Design (UD) has become increasingly evident in Australian Government policy and […]
Forum dates for NDIS pricing review
Dates for National Disability Insurance Agency provider forums announced. The Independent Pricing Review of NDIS support is being undertaken by McKinsey & Company on behalf of the NDIA. The Review will assess the […]
GlassOuse Assistive Device
GlassOuse is an innovative assistive device that helps people with different disabilities to access technology. People with limited hands functioning now can enjoy various devices from smartphones to TVs and Smart […]
OT Conference update
Occupational Therapy Australia hosted its national conference and exhibition in Perth last month. The theme of the conference was Partnership, Inclusion and Innovation, and true to this theme, a record number […]
Become a community leader for Victorians with disability
A program to help people with disability become community leaders has been launched in Victoria. Leadership Victoria and the Victorian Government are working together to provide a range of training […]