Profit-for-purpose platform Mable has launched a community grants funding project designed to promote independence and inclusion for people with disability. Funding will be made available to successful organisations and applicants […]
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Young people on the spectrum show their gaming skills
Young people with autism and Asperger’s syndrome have developed two computer games that were shown at the recent gaming convention, Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) Australia. Games participants were mentored by […]
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Contrary view on autism revealed in new research
New research suggests people with autism may not have as much difficulty imagining the thoughts of others as previously believed. However, although people with autism may be able to grasp […]
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Independence Australia launches Disability Etiquette video
A new animated video, The A – Z of Disability Etiquette, has been launched and is now available across all social media channels. The short video offers suggestions on correct […]
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City of Sydney getting on with accessibility
People with a disability, carers, disability workers and disability organisations are being urged to speak out and share their experiences to help shape the City of Sydney’s inclusion action plan. […]
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NDIS Information Sessions for SIL Providers
The National Disability Insurance Agency has organised information sessions to update Supported Independent Living providers on the latest changes. The video-conference session will be held from September 10 to 22, […]
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National Disability Leadership Awards opens for nominations
Nominations are open for The National Awards for Disability Leadership 2020.The awards acknowledge the work undertaken to support the community through the pandemic, bushfires and other major disasters. Please focus […]
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Landmark reforms to NDIS
What are said to be the most significant package of reforms to the NDIS since its inception has been announced. The reforms, that include implementation of the government response to […]
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Join the Virtual Disability Expo: September 4-5, 2020
Recently the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live, work, socialise and obtain information. Accessing information and services via online platforms such as Zoom, facetime, Facebook messenger, WhatsApp and […]
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Feeling anxious? You are not alone
Covid-19 anxiety in Victoria is being felt Australia-wide with feelings of anxiety and depression being shared across the country, according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. ABS […]
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WA’s oldest toy library turns 45
The Kites Toybox Library in Perth, that provides specialised toys on loan for children with a disability, has just celebrated its 45th anniversary. The library started life in 1975 when […]
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UNESCO project for people with disability
UN agency UNESCO has launched ‘Story for Development’, a writing project for people with disability. It invites them to share their stories in order to identify and explore the enabling […]