A new interactive information portal will make it easier for teachers, other professional educators and parents assist students with disability. Teachers will be able to access professional learning modules, podcasts, […]
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Employment roadblocks ditched for NDIS participants
Changes to help National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants find work kick in this month as the NDIS Participant Employment Taskforce clears the way for better employment outcomes. “NDIS participants […]
Disability job opportunities go begging
There are many career options for people in the disability sector however general lack of awareness for these job opportunities in the community was outrageous, according to The Disability Trust […]
New Early Childhood Intervention resources for WA
Wanslea Family Services will be the first NDIS partner to deliver Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) services in Western Australia. Founded more than 70 years ago, the organisation will support […]
ATSA growing in relevance
ATSA’s role in the industry has become more relevant especially to government and the National Disability Insurance Agency. Speaking at the ATSA AGM, chairman Geoff Purtill said a number of […]
Gig Buddies – for people with disability
Gig Buddies Sydney is all about bringing people together. This project, with support from the City of Sydney, connects people who have learning disabilities with a social companion to head […]
Sunrise Medical previews Quickie Q-Series power range
A new generation of power mobility products offering a broad range of applications will be released by Sunrise Medical in February 2019. The Quickie Q-Series of power wheelchairs represents the […]
NDIS pressures aired at PDCN AGM
Evidence from a NSW Legislative Council Inquiry has found that disability reforms associated with the NDIS is resulting in greater strain on community services, according to NSW Disability Discrimination Commissioner, […]
ATSA 2019 – Call for Papers
ATSA is inviting submissions for presentations as part of the Seminar Program at the next ATSA Independent Living Expos 2019 being held in Sydney, May 8-9 and Brisbane, May 15-16. The ATSA […]
Stronger stewardship needed to deliver the NDIS
A Joint Standing Committee has raised concerns around services and provider readiness to meet the demands of delivering the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Creating a participant enabling environment and […]
Microsoft launches ‘map’ app for vision impaired
Microsoft has launched Soundscape, a smartphone app for people who are blind or have low vision that uses a combination of 3D audio and location awareness to help build a […]
Vic. Gov. tops up advocacy support funding
The Victorian Government is providing more funding to help people with disability and their families access targeted advocacy support when needed. Minister for Housing Disability and Ageing, Martin Foley said […]