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 […]
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Q&A with disability advocate Matt Lennox
Matt Lennox is a business intelligence analyst for the Taxi Services Commission.
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Wheelchair racer McCracken wins silver in France
It was another great performance from Australian Junior Paralympian, Rheed McCracken.
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New standard to protect children with disabilities in vehicles
Standards Australia has launched an Australian Standard intended to help protect children with disabilities.
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Smartphone App Targets Disability Trouble Spots
A smartphone app allows people with disability/restricted mobility to report places that are difficult to access.
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Funding Extended for HACC Assessments
The government has extended funding for HACC Assessments for older Australians.
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Guide Dogs ‘most trusted’ charity
When it comes to the most trusted charity Guide Dogs Australia took out the top spot.
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Health Briefs: Diabetes, high cholesterol going undetected
Around one in five adults with diabetes do not know they have the condition, according to a report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Findings from the Australian Health Survey: […]
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Caution When Using Wheat Bags
Caution is the word when it comes to using a wheat bag with a risk of fire associated with wheat bag use in bed and when heating in a microwave. […]
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Telephone assisted voting for blind, vision impaired
Blind and low vision voters will be able to cast their vote by telephone in the Federal Election on September 7. Voters need to call 1800 913 993 to register […]