For people with vision or hearing impairment and neurological or cognitive limitations, browsing the internet can present barriers, with 71 per cent of people with these conditions ‘clicking away’ from […]
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Plumtree library book launch celebrates inclusion
Sydney community organisation Plumtree is launching Our Library, a children’s book by author and illustrator Donna Rawlins that acknowledges inclusion in libraries. The story follows Suzy, a children’s librarian, who […]
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Accessibility devices unveiled at CES
At this years’ Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, there were plenty of innovative accessibility devices to check out. When comes to hearing devices the Eargo 6 introduced a new […]
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Project to reduce cerebral palsy in newborns
A new partnership between Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation and Hearts & Minds Investments will support research intended to revolutionise newborn intensive care. Australian researchers and health professionals are launching […]
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Urgent staff callout for SDA facility
A Specialist Disability Accommodation facility on the NSW South Coast has made an urgent plea for staff so it can move clients into their new homes. The Elliot Lane apartments […]
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Crowdfunding ‘mash-up ’supporting people with disability
A virtual event showcasing the stories of three charities supporting young people with disability will take off on February 23. The TFN Virtual Live is a crowdfunding event like no other, […]
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Seat belt safety standard takes to the road
Standards Australia has launched the Seat Belts for Use in Motor Vehicles project which will develop the world’s first standard on all accessories for seatbelts used in motor vehicles. The […]
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Business incentives to recruit people with disability
Australian businesses are being given incentives to hire people with disability with initiatives that include training and internships. Social Services Minister Ann Ruston said the $20 million investment was designed […]
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Disability Employment conference postponed
The Disability Employment Australia conference has been postponed to May 31 – June 2. The conference was originally scheduled for February 28 to March 2. The venue will remain the […]
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Got executive potential? A scholarship could be yours.
The Australian Network on Disability and the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) have partnered to support leaders with disability to increase their governance knowledge and access to board positions. […]
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Christmas GIVEAWAY – Magicube 9-Piece Starter Set
A building block system made from 100 per cent recycled plastic, these magnetic cubes attach to each other on six sides. Designed for hand-to-eye coordination suitable for ages 1 – […]
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RaceRunning – helping children with cerebral palsy
A fleet-of-foot sport could help children with cerebral palsy (CP) participate in sports and physical activities. A University of South Australia study is exploring the potential of RaceRunning to help […]