Plumtree has launched Community & Me, a project to nurture more inclusive community spaces for children. It is part of a national co-designed survey to share family’s experience of going […]
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Australian Disability Advocates to join UN Conference
A delegation of Australian disability advocates is visiting the United Nations in New York to work with advocates from around the world on increasing efforts to include people with disability […]
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Accessible performances at the Sydney Opera House
Accessible Arts has scheduled two performances at the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Live. Songwriters Liz Martin and Eliza Hull come together for an exclusive, intimate performance in […]
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Volunteer marks new employment chapter at Mater Hospital
Maren Wiebelskircher was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome at 35 and had always struggled to find employment until she arrived at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. For the past five years, she […]
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Finding an accessible beach just got easier
Accessible Beaches Australia has launched a beach access directory, the first of its kind in Australia, with detailed listings of accessible beaches. Accessible Beaches Australia founder Shane Hryhorec, said, “We […]
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Plumtree launches special library project
Libraries are a hub of learning and hold a special place in the Australian community but not all children with developmental delay or disability have had positive experiences of their […]
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Finalists in the Victorian Sports Awards
The Victorian Sports Awards that recognise and celebrate the achievements of home-grown sporting heroes and legends has announced finalists that include: Col Pearse – Global Wellness Tracking Young Athlete of […]
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Boost protection against Covid and flu
With the winter months ahead now is the time for people with disability to seriously consider increasing their vaccination protection with early warnings messages from government and the health profession. […]
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Mater patients dancing their way to better health
Physiotherapists from the Mater Hospital in Brisbane are hitting the dance floor in a move aimed at helping people with brain injuries and the elderly improve their mobility, memory and […]
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Entries for Art Screen now open
Applications for the Accessible Arts video art program ArtScreen 2022 that encourages video artists with disability, or who are d/Deaf to develop video artworks, are now open. Two artists will […]
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Free print service from Vision Australia
People with low vision, who have difficulty reading print material or are unable to read print due to a physical or learning disability, then Vision Australia could help. VA offers […]
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Have your say on improving access in the community
Mission Australia has launched a national survey intended to find ways to improve access and inclusion in the community. The Community Access and Inclusion Survey wants input from people about […]