In a contentious decision the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has appointed UK-based Serco as its service delivery partner for contact centre services. In a statement, the NDIA said the […]
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NDIS will be fully funded
The funding cloud that was hanging over the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has lifted with the Federal Government now fully committed to supporting the scheme. A stronger economy and […]
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ATSA Perth: a must-see, admission-free event
The ATSA Independent Living Expo in Perth is a great opportunity for visitors to find the latest assistive technology (AT), aids and equipment on offer, Independent Living Centre WA (ILCWA), CEO […]
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Meet former premier at ATSA Melbourne
The former Premier of Victoria, Denis Napthine will be visiting ATSA Independent Living Expo in Melbourne in his role as patron of Solve Disability Solutions. Visitors to the expo can […]
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Inclusive education lagging in NSW
“It’s like people you see sometimes, and you can’t imagine what it would be like to be that person, whether it’s somebody in a wheelchair or somebody who can’t talk. […]
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Good response to shared labour pool
CareCareers has had a satisfying response to its expression of interest in a shared labour pool. Over 40 organisations, the majority from the disability sector, replied to the idea for […]
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Concerns about National Relay Service going to tender
Changes to the National Relay Service (NRS) has the potential to put those who are deaf or hearing-impaired at risk. This follows the Australian Government’s recent decision to release a […]
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NSW does a turnaround on disability funding
The NSW Government has reversed an earlier decision to cut funding to disability advocacy services. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the government will now provide up to $26 million for advocacy […]
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ATSA Expo helps utilise purchasing power
Whether you are already a user of assistive technology (AT) or looking to purchase a new AT product or service, it makes sense to visit the ATSA Independent Living Expo […]
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Roundtable on intellectual disability mental health services
Mental health for people in NSW living with an intellectual disability was the focus of a national roundtable held at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) recently. The roundtable […]
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Transport accidents leading cause of spinal cord injury
Land transport crashes were the major contributor to traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) cases according to the latest report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. There were 236 […]
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Commonwealth Games Paralympics reach the starting block
The Para-sport program, the most extensive in Commonwealth Games history is setting a new record with up to 300 athletes competing for 38 medal events across seven sports, with an equal number […]