Cerebral Palsy Alliance has opened a world-class therapy centre for people with disability in Western Sydney. The Roselands facility will provide more than 700 children and adults with cerebral […]
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Design for Care showcase: SMARTer workplaces in H&SA
Poor work design is a key contributor to psychological injury in the Healthcare and Social Assistance (H&SA) industry. Poor psychological health, such as burnout, stress, and anxiety not only harms […]
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PWDA unveils election priorities
People With Disability Australia (PWDA) is asking all political candidates and parties to commit to its seven key priorities to advance disability rights this election. What are the seven priorities? […]
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Autism diagnosis delays up: survey
A new national survey has revealed wait times for autism diagnoses have skyrocketed for Australian kids. The Autism Awareness Australia (AAA) survey of more than 1200 parents and carers was conducted in February […]
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New National Framework
A Framework for improving children’s health activities, participation and wellbeing.
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Election campaign begins, advocates reveal wants
The Federal election has been called and Australians will go to the polls on Saturday 3 May. That includes Australians with disabilities. With the date now set, advocacy organisations are […]
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Half of Australians have limited understanding of autism
New research conducted by YouGov reveals that only 50 per cent of Australians believe they have a good understanding of autism. A further 33 per cent are unsure how to respond if someone […]
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Guide Dogs NSW/ACT says “access means business”
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is taking action to ensure Sydneysiders with disability gain better access to restaurants and bars. The charity has launched the Access Means Business Campaign alongside the City […]
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What’s in the budget for people with disability?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered the 2025-26 Budget, as the country waits for the election to be called. And it looks like funding for foundational supports made the cut. A […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
More support for families with disability
Families of children with disability facing long wait times for diagnosis and support can now access a free, evidence-based online parenting program funded by the Australian Government. The program is […]
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Let’s talk about chronic pain
Living with chronic pain can be an alienating experience – but the reality is, chronic pain is more common than we think. According to the Australian Institute of Health and […]
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Care Station simplifies parenting with disability
Parenting is hard work – but add in the unique challenges of parenting while using a wheelchair, and the difficulty increases. Now, a world-first invention aims to minimise those difficulties […]