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Artists with disability putting on a show

by Kymberly MartinOctober 14, 2020October 14, 2020

A new radio show and podcast is aiming to turn on listeners to the unique, compelling and unconventional creativity of artists with disability. Activated Arts is a 30-minute program that explores […]

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Community Research Showcase for people with disability

by Kymberly MartinOctober 7, 2020October 7, 2020

Projects that could have a positive impact on people with disability will be unveiled at a Community Research Showcase on October 15. Five community organisations will present details of the […]

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ARATA webinar puts the focus on home control

by Kymberly MartinSeptember 30, 2020September 30, 2020

The latest ARATA webinar will provide a practical guide to controlling lighting, air conditioning, front door security, TV and other devices in the home. Participants will be introduced to: Assessment […]

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Slight decline in disability prevalence

by Kymberly MartinSeptember 23, 2020September 23, 2020

The number of Australians with disability declined slightly while the numbers of those furthering their education rose along with increases in people with severe disability working full-time, according to the […]

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Young people on the spectrum show their gaming skills

by Kymberly MartinSeptember 16, 2020September 16, 2020

Young people with autism and Asperger’s syndrome have developed two computer games that were shown at the recent gaming convention, Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) Australia. Games participants were mentored by […]

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National Disability Leadership Awards opens for nominations

by Kymberly MartinSeptember 9, 2020September 9, 2020

Nominations are open for The National Awards for Disability Leadership 2020.The awards acknowledge the work undertaken to support the community through the pandemic, bushfires and other major disasters. Please focus […]

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UNESCO project for people with disability

by Kymberly MartinSeptember 1, 2020September 2, 2020

UN agency UNESCO has launched ‘Story for Development’, a writing project for people with disability.  It invites them to share their stories in order to identify and explore the enabling […]

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Postponed: Brain Injury Conference

by Kymberly MartinAugust 25, 2020August 26, 2020

Due to Covid-19 and the associated issues with number limits, border closures and travel restrictions, the 8th National Brain Injury Conference has been postponed until early 2021 with a date […]

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Supporting vulnerable children during COVID-19

by Kymberly MartinAugust 19, 2020August 19, 2020

Vulnerable and disadvantaged children will benefit from extra government funding during COVID-19. The funds will be directed to Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services to support children with trauma-related […]

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Latest statistics on disability

by Kymberly MartinAugust 12, 2020August 12, 2020

There were 4.4 million Australians with disability or 17.7 per cent of the population in 2018, down from 18.3 per cent in 2015, according to the latest data from the […]

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Community Connector program expanded to remote areas

by Kymberly MartinAugust 5, 2020August 5, 2020

People with disability in rural and remote locations will receive easier access and more NDIS support following the expansion of the National Community Connector program. Four population groups to benefit […]

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Good and bad news for people with disability

by Kymberly MartinJuly 29, 2020

There were 4.4 million Australians with disability or 17.7 per cent of the population in 2018, down from 18.3 per cent in 2015, according to the latest data from the […]

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