Professional collaborations, learning outcomes, educational opportunities and building connections within the deafblind community were highlighted at the 11th National Deafblind Conference held recently in Fremantle, Western Australia. The theme of […]
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Getting the NDIS ‘back on track’
While there are positive aspects around the NDIS, communication between the National Disability Insurance Agency, services providers, advocates, carers and people with disability was not happening as it should, according […]
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Disability community left wanting from the NSW Budget
Accessible and affordable housing and better support during national emergencies were not addressed in the NSW Budget. Physical Disability Council of New South Wales (PDCN) CEO, Serena Ovens, said the […]
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New products on show at ATSA Expo
Solutions for helping adults and children with daily living challenges were among the many new products on show at the recent ATSA Expo in Sydney. From the latest in AT, […]
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ATSA Expo Sydney celebrates a ‘night of nights’
It was time to celebrate at the ATSA Sydney Expo with over 400 guests attending the inaugural Gala Dinner at Accor Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park. Disability advocate Lisa Cox, pictured, […]
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New digital device for managing NDIS funds
A tool that enables NDIS participants to get an estimate of how much their supports costs, plan ahead, manage and fully utilise their budgets, is now available. The NDIS Budget […]
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WHO launches first global report on Assistive Technology
For the first time a report has been made available that gives a global snapshot of the assistive technology sector. The World Health Organization The Global Report on Assistive Technology, […]
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SMIK Australian-made wheelchairs
Dejay custom manufactures a carefully selected range of quality manual wheelchairs. With over 30 years of experience Dejay can custom modify to suit each individual’s needs. It also specialises in […]
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Coles supermarket goes to school for children with disabilities
Coles has opened a fully functioning mini supermarket at St Lucy’s School, an independent school in Sydney for students with disabilities from kindergarten to Year 12. Located on its Wahroonga […]
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Adaptive clothing to take centre stage at AfterPay Australian Fashion Week
AfterPay Australian Fashion Week is Australia’s premier fashion event, and The Adaptive Clothing Collective, designed for people with disability, will appear in a special runway show this year. Lawyer and […]
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Seton Villa where the ‘smiles say it all’
Seton Villa has opened two purpose-built homes for women with intellectual disabilities as part of its $11 million investment to develop Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) in Ryde, Sydney. The new […]
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New initiative teaches money skills to people with disability
People with an intellectual disability across Australia can now access a new online learning platform that teaches them how to use money safely. The interactive website is free and a […]