This International White Cane Day, Guide Dogs is calling on all Australians to become allies for the thousands of Australians who use a white cane. The organisation says White Cane […]
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Thriving Kids rollout “too rushed”
A new national survey of 1535 families and young people has found nearly 80% believe the government’s Thriving Kids rollout window leaves too little time to prepare, putting vital supports […]
Posted inNDIS
New video campaign promotes NDIS Code of Conduct
New educational videos from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission aim to help NDIS providers better understand their obligations under the NDIS Code of Conduct. The NDIS Code of Conduct upholds the rights of NDIS participants to access safe […]
Posted inTravel
Aspect welcomes noise-cancelling headphone initiative
The Federal government will allow autistic travellers to wear noise-cancelling headphones through airport security screening, in a move that’s been welcomed by Aspect. Autism inclusion experts from Aspect say the […]
Posted inInnovative Therapies
New prices for therapies, but is it enough?
Art and music therapies under the NDIS will continue, after an independent review by Dr Stephen Duckett. The review recognised the benefits of these therapies for participants and made 19 […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
Stronger supports needed for refugees with disability: research
Social isolation and a lack of digital inclusion are barriers to a smoother settlement for refugees with disability, according to new research by Settlement Services International (SSI). The latest phase […]
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‘Market failure’: new data shows OTs on the brink from NDIS cuts
The peak body for occupational therapists (OTs) says NDIS price freezes have left hundreds of occupational therapy businesses on the brink of financial ruin, risking the care of thousands of […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
Disability workers face burnout crisis
Disability workers are in the midst of an acute workforce crisis, a new survey reveals. Almost 500 disability support workers took part in the survey, sharing concerns about pay, chronic […]
Posted inEducation
No progress for students with disability: CYDA
A new national report by Children and Young People with Disability Australia (CYDA) reveals students with disability continue to be excluded, bullied, and denied meaningful support at school, almost two years after […]
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Centre for Universal Design joins Melbourne Disability Institute
The renowned Centre for Universal Design Australia (CUDA) is joining the Melbourne Disability Institute (MDI) in what the institute says is a significant step forward in the fight for accessible […]
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‘A vital piece’: AHRC on the Disability Discrimination Act review
The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) says simplifying and modernising Australia’s Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) will better protect the rights of people with disability. The Australian Government has announced a […]
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Inquiry into disability support services
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has launched an inquiry into compliance with workplace laws in the disability support services sector. Why is the FWO doing this? The FWO says between […]