The Department of Social Services is inviting assistance animal users to have their say on nationally consistent rules for support animals. An assistance animal is trained to support the independence […]
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Posted inHome Care Services
Design for Care showcase: SMARTer workplaces in H&SA
Poor work design is a key contributor to psychological injury in the Healthcare and Social Assistance (H&SA) industry. Poor psychological health, such as burnout, stress, and anxiety not only harms […]
Posted inEmployment
Practical steps for diversity at work
As the debate around diversity, equity and inclusion rages on, Diversity Council Australia is tackling it head on with a new report designed to help workplaces effectively collect, interpret, and […]
Posted inHealth & Wellbeing
More support for families with disability
Families of children with disability facing long wait times for diagnosis and support can now access a free, evidence-based online parenting program funded by the Australian Government. The program is […]
Posted inAssistive Technology
Care Station simplifies parenting with disability
Parenting is hard work – but add in the unique challenges of parenting while using a wheelchair, and the difficulty increases. Now, a world-first invention aims to minimise those difficulties […]
Posted inAssistive Technology
APEX Mobility Acquires Medix21
APEX Mobility is acquiring Medix21 Australia in what the company is calling a significant step forward in enhancing dealer support, logistics, and inventory management. Under this initiative, known as the […]
Posted inDisability Inclusion
Government commits to Accessible Australia
Many outdoor spaces are inaccessible for people with disability and high support needs. But the Federal government hopes to change that with a new initiative called Accessible Australia. This week […]
Posted inDisability Sports
Australian Para Dancers on the international stage
Australia’s best will take their place on the international stage next month, with a team of Para Dancers competing in the Hong Kong Para Dance International Sport Competition. This World […]
Posted inSpecial Events
Craft your pride!
Disability organisations will come together this Thursday for a LGBTQIA+ Mardi Gras float build day. Participants will enjoy a flag raising-ceremony, costume making, sign designing, float decoration and, of course […]
Posted inSpecial Events
Better beach accessibility in South Australia
The South Australian government has provided further funding to help expand Estara‘s beach access program. The program, which has run for the past three summers, is offering six supported beach […]
Posted inEmployment
Government establishes Employment Centre of Excellence
The unemployment rate for people with disability has remained stubbornly high compared to that of people without disability for 30 years. In response, the Federal Government has awarded $22.1 million […]
Posted inNDIS
First Nations NDIS strategy launched
The Federal government’s new First Nations-focused NDIS strategy promises culturally safe and accessible support. The NDIS First Nations Strategy 2025-2030 was released just days after the government’s first National Autism […]