ATSA Independent Living Expo Canberra is just weeks away and now is the time to register and make sure you secure your spot to attend some seminar sessions. There are […]
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New iPad app for hearing impaired
New app for iPad makes communication easier for people with hearing loss.
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Legislation cuts red tape for NDIS participants
The government has introduced legislation to improve the NDIS experiences of participants, their families and carers. The amendments provide for a significant reduction in administrative red tape and strengthen the […]
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Report on vaccine rollout for people with disability
The Final Commissioners’ Report of Public hearing 12: The experiences of people with disability, in the context of the Australian Government’s approach to the Covid-19 vaccine rollout has been tabled […]
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Sydney’s first all-inclusive community centre opening soon
A creative hub for people of all abilities is opening in Sydney on November 11. One&All is a 400sqm loft space, located in The Cannery in Rosebery, just south of […]
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New Braille Emergency Information Kit now available
People with low or no vision can access a new Braille Emergency Evacuation Information Pack (BEEIP). The kit has been designed to help people in an emergency such as fires, […]
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More protection from harm for NDIS participants
NDIS participants now have more protection from abuse, neglect or exploitation risk. The National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Improving Supports for At Risk Participants) Bill 2021 implements key recommendations and […]
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Don’t miss Focus on Ability Short Film Festival – October 27
The winners of the 13th NOVA Employment International Focus on Ability Short Film Festival will be announced on October 27. Join ambassador Paula Duncan, NOVA CEO Martin Wren and […]
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High-tech wheelchair collects design award
Short distance travel on a wheelchair has moved ahead with the WHILL model C2 Personal Mobility, that recently won the 2021 Australian Good Design of the Year. It was developed […]
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Deaf Children Australia launches new website
Deaf Children Australia has a new resource for parents with a deaf or hard of hearing child (DHH) aged 0-7 years. The Flying Colours website is designed to be a […]
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Uber launches service assistance program
Uber launches a world-first service assistance program in Australia.
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Vision Australia – Webinar – ‘Read My Way’
This showcase of accessible reading which includes an engaging panel discussion about alternative reading formats, features speakers from Vision Australia. It includes a virtual tour of the Vision Australia radio […]