The Federal government has opened consultation on changes to make public transport more accessible to people with disability. It is currently updating the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002. This […]
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Inclusive ‘train’-ing
If you would like to know more about how to travel on Victoria’s public transport system, both Metro Trains and V/Line offer sessions designed to help commuters feel more comfortable […]
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Feedback wanted on new train platform ramp
La Trobe University is calling for comment on a train platform ramp that allows people in a wheelchair to board and exit a train without assistance. The gap between a […]
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Ticket to ride easier for people with disability
Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) is evaluating frictionless ticketing technology to make travelling on public transport easier for People with Disability (PwD). There were 16,000 concession cards issued to […]
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Scholarship for research into car restraints for children with disability
Applications are open for a PhD Scholarship for students keen to research how modifications to child restraints for children with disability affect their safety in cars. The scholarship is being […]