The University of Canberra has been awarded $1.87 million to develop a national training program for disability support workers in the use of psychotropic medications for people with intellectual and […]
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Creating Out Loud enhances accessibility for artists
A new Easy Read guide is helping artists with low literacy or intellectual disability to develop their leadership skills. Created by University of Queensland researchers with Down syndrome, the Creating […]
Wishes for Wheels a lifechanging wheelchair giveaway
APEX Mobility and North American wheelchair manufacturer Motion Composites are launching Wishes for Wheels in Australia. Wishes for Wheels is a transformative program that aims to give freedom, dignity, and […]
My Eyes – a film for all
Inspired by true events and led by actor/writer/producer Tsu Shan Chambers, new Australian film My Eyes spotlights the journey of a mother determined to save her daughter’s eyesight—and the broader […]
New centre supporting the care economy
Unique centre will focus on health and social care.
New National Framework
A Framework for improving children’s health activities, participation and wellbeing.
What’s in the budget for people with disability?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has delivered the 2025-26 Budget, as the country waits for the election to be called. And it looks like funding for foundational supports made the cut. A […]
Accredited training for deafblind interpreters
It’s a scene played out hundreds of times a day across Australia. Two people enter a cafe for coffee and a bite to eat. But something here is different. They are […]
World first approach to spinal cord injury
Recruiting for participants to take part in clinical trial.
Government suggests changes to NDIS registration system
The Federal Government is proposing a new registration system for the NDIS which it says will better regulate providers. The government will now require all platform providers, support coordinators and […]