The board overseeing the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was expanded from 1 January 2017. Eight new members will join four continuing members to guide the $22 billion scheme through its […]
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Wheelchair racers head to the finish line on Australia Day
One of the biggest events on the wheelchair racing calendar takes off in Sydney on January 26. The GIO Oz Day 10K features a strong field of Australian athletes including […]
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Victoria improving access to justice for those with a disability
A new resource to help promote access to justice for people with disabilities has been launched in Victoria. The Bench Book is an online facility that provides information and guidance […]
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ACCC resources for consumers and business in the disability sector
ACCC releases guidance to assist people with disability when buying goods and services. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and Australian Consumer Law regulators have released a range of materials […]
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Shopping centre with state-of-the-art changing facilities
Brandon Park shopping precinct unveils modern facility for children with disability.
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New disability inclusion guide for councils
A guide to assist councils with their obligations for disability inclusion was launched recently in Brisbane. The Disability Inclusion Planning – A Guide for Local Government, provides information and tools […]
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First results on disability discrimination survey
Almost one in 12 Australians experienced discrimination or unfair treatment because of their disability. These were the findings to emerge from the first release of data from the Survey of […]
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National Disability Strategy committed to improving outcomes
A unified and national approach to policy for people with disability takes another step forward. It follows the release of the Second Implementation Plan – Driving Action 2015-2018, under […]
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New ATSA chief executive talks of changing times
ATSA chief executive David Sinclair gave a brief snapshot of his thoughts on the AT industry. Speaking at the ATSA AGM on November 24, the newly appointed Sinclair told members […]
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The NIIS a complement to the NDIS
The National Injury Insurance Scheme (NIIS) will run parallel with the NDIS. It is intended to provide lifetime support for those catastrophically injured in motor vehicle and workplace accidents or […]
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Disability Confidence Survey: One small step forward
SME’s are becoming more aware of the needs of customer and employees with disability. While this shift in attitude is positive more action is needed from Australian businesses to make […]
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Enroll now for Master of Health Science (Development Disability)
University of Sydney specialist education course for advanced disability services, policy and research. This flexible, multidisciplinary online program is for professionals working in the rapidly changing field of developmental disability that includes […]