Changes ahead for NDIS with new program for some children with autism.
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Measuring what matters for Australians with disability
A new Disability Wellbeing Index promises to better measure outcomes for people with disability – thanks in part to its co-design process. The Disability Wellbeing Index (DWI) was launched this […]
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SeriousFun expands to Australia
SeriousFun Children’s Network is expanding to Australia and New Zealand with five new pilots experiences for seriously ill kids. The global community of camps and programs was founded by actor […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
Updates to Australia’s Disability Strategy
The review of Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031 is finished, and there have been some changes to the guiding policy framework. The review was based on feedback from people with disability […]
Posted inEmployment
Bedford receives state support
Last week the disability community was rocked by the news that South Australian disability employment provider Bedford would enter administration, leaving hundreds of people with disability without a job. But […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
Chronic pain impact laid bare in report
A national survey of people living with chronic pain has found the condition robs people of their wellbeing and their hope. The National Pain Report 2025 – Pain Takes A Nation, released […]
Posted inLegal News
Have your say on NSW’s anti-discrimination laws
You can help create a more inclusive NSW, with the the NSW Law Reform Commission (NSWLRC) inviting feedback as part of its review of the Anti-Discrimination Act (ADA). The NSWLRC […]
Posted inNDIS
Grattan reports on the NDIS
It seems not a week goes by that we aren’t peppered with headlines reminding us of just how expensive the NDIS is for the nation. The latest reminder arrived last […]
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 […]
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Have your say on NDIS support rules
It has been almost a year since the NDIA introduced the NDIS Supports rules , including NDIS Support lists. The Federal Government is currently reviewing the NDIS Supports rules and asking for feedback from […]
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Therapy pricing changes anger community
This year’s NDIS Annual Pricing Review recommends price changes for various types of therapy. The change has angered many in the disability community and sparked another crisis for the beleaguered […]
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Emma Memma joins Playgroup NSW
Ahead of the inaugural International Day of Play, popular children’s entertainer Emma Memma is joining Playgroup NSW as an official ambassador. Their 3-year partnership will shine a spotlight on the […]