The Queensland state government has fulfilled an election commitment to make disability parking permits free. From July 1, eligible Queenslanders no longer have to pay for a disability parking permit, […]
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Posted inSpecial Events
Sunshine Butterflies celebrates 15 years
Sunshine Butterflies is inviting the community to join them in celebrating 15 years of supporting people with disability. They will hold a special Community Open Day on Wednesday 13 August […]
Posted inEducation
STEPS names Melissa Doyle as Pathways College Ambassador
STEPS Pathways College has officially named celebrated journalist, television personality, and advocate Melissa Doyle as its Ambassador. In her role, Doyle will raise national awareness of STEPS Pathways College, an educational […]
Posted inEntertainment
BullyBully brings big questions to Opera House stage
Arriving at the Sydney Opera House from July 6-12 is BullyBully, an insightful show for ages 3+ that tackles big questions through clowning, physical comedy and laugh-out-loud mayhem. The show is […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
Calls for standardised care for Deafblind patients
Six leading Deafblind service, advocacy and community organisations have joined forces to call for a standardised level of healthcare for Deafblind patients. As part of Deafblind Awareness Week, members and […]
Posted inArts
Photography exhibition shows life through a different lens
For-purpose aged and disability organisation VMCH will next week launch its debut photography exhibition. Called ‘Through Our Eyes’, the exhibition will celebrate the talents of people with disability and give […]
Posted inCommunity News
Co-design change with CYDA
Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) is seeking expressions of interest for its new project, Take Charge of Change. The project aims to help CYDA’s community with the […]
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Inclusive travel framework for Gold Coast Airport
Gold Coast Airport (GCA) and Aspect Autism Friendly are creating a more accessible airport experience for people with disability. Recently, GCA conducted an environmental assessment of its airport, focused on […]
National Leadership Oration – Canberra
A disability leader shares his perspective on disability leadership.
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SA seeks community input on accessible playgrounds
The South Australian government is seeking input from the community on what they believe is important to making playground and play spaces more accessible for all children and families. Earlier […]
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First ATSA Canberra opens next week!
The inaugural ATSA Independent Living Expo is set to open next week on Tuesday, August 27 at the National Convention Centre, Canberra. Held in conjunction with iCREATe, the international Convention […]
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Housing options for people with disability to increase under NDIS
The Morrison Government is making it easier for eligible National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants to access high quality housing following a range of reforms to build confidence in the […]