National TV program Helping Hands will feature panel discussions on disability support services, advocacy and the NDIS in the coming weeks. The two panel discussions are part of a broader […]
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Accredited training for deafblind interpreters
It’s a scene played out hundreds of times a day across Australia. Two people enter a cafe for coffee and a bite to eat. But something here is different. They are […]
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Woolworths extends Quiet Hour
Woolworths has expanded its low-sensory Quiet Hour to five days a week, designed to reduce anxiety and sensory stress for customers with specific needs. During Quiet Hour, most Woolworths stores […]
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Revamped Camp MDA launches
Camp MDA has been relaunched with a brand new program. The new three-day program, developed by Muscular Dystrophy Australia (MDA) will be delivered in April and will bring children aged […]
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Better beach accessibility in South Australia
The South Australian government has provided further funding to help expand Estara‘s beach access program. The program, which has run for the past three summers, is offering six supported beach […]
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SBS expands audio description offering
Improved blind and low vision login via website.
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Shepherd Centre heads to Japan
The Shepherd Centre has officially signed a partnership to share its more than 50 years of expertise with Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture Hospital. The partnership aims to improve outcomes for Japanese […]
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Leadership program for young women open for applications
Women with Disabilities Victoria is now taking applications for its Enabling Young Women Leadership Program. Through eight, three-hour group sessions, participants will build their confidence, explore who they are and […]
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Scuba therapy dives into Sydney Olympic Park
Innovative therapy for people with disabilities now in Sydney.
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Optus joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program
Optus supports program with employee training and store updates.
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New resources promote sport for the deaf community
Deaf Children Australia launches game-changing video programs.
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First study to examine disability in aquatic settings
Survey to identify access to aquatic facilities for people with disability.