DisabilityCare is no more but the name will still be appearing on ancillary material for some time. While it is officially the National Disability Insurance Scheme, with the body overseeing […]
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Q&A with burns survivor Turia Pitts
Turia Pitts was caught in a grassfire in Western Australia while competing in an ultramarathon. The mining engineer, author and ambassador for Interplast suffered burns to 65 per cent of her body including […]
Some surprises in “back to basics” Federal Government
The new Federal Government has made significant changes to key portfolios including disability and aged care. These are now the responsibility of one minister with the role of carers for ageing Australians […]
US Takes Gold in Wheelchair Rugby
It was a close call 58-54 but the US team were victorious over the Australian Steelers in the Tri-Nations event. The Be The Influence Wheelchair Rugby Tri-Nations championships was held recently in […]
Stackable wheelchairs join the trolley brigade
A wheelchair system that operates like a shopper trolley scheme is being offered to the wider community. These include hospitals, shopping precincts and exhibitions centres. The idea is to make it easier for people to get […]
Online recall system for healthcare sector
Therapeutic goods represent the largest proportion of product recalls in the country. This is according to a study by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). Over 700 product recalls were […]
Upcoming SWEP Tender
The joint SWEP/DES RFT for non-customised aids and equipment is expected to be released at the end of October. Items within the following categories will be included in the tender: […]
Call for abstracts for ARATA conference
The Australian Rehabilitation & Assistive Technology Association (ARATA) national conference will be held at the National Convention Centre, Canberra, August 20-22, 2014. The conference theme, Actively Choosing Technology, will […]
Q&A with disability advocate Matt Lennox
Matt Lennox is a business intelligence analyst for the Taxi Services Commission.
Wheelchair racer McCracken wins silver in France
It was another great performance from Australian Junior Paralympian, Rheed McCracken.
New standard to protect children with disabilities in vehicles
Standards Australia has launched an Australian Standard intended to help protect children with disabilities.
Smartphone App Targets Disability Trouble Spots
A smartphone app allows people with disability/restricted mobility to report places that are difficult to access.