The Productivity Commission has released its 23rd annual Report on Government Services (RoCG). It covers 17 areas of government services including those for people with disability. The following is an […]
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Autism-powered software testing firm
A local start-up company is giving unique employment opportunities for people with autism. Xceptional is a new software testing firm that provides software testing services to its customers. Speaking at […]
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Erosion of business confidence affecting disability services
National Disability Services (NDS) report reveals disability service providers under increasing cost and staff pressures. The State of the Disability Sector Report 2017 also found there was a big gap […]
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Disappointing response from SMEs in disability survey
SME’s still hold outdated stereotypes about customers and employees with disability. The Australian Network on Disability (AND) 2017 Disability Confidence survey of more than 500 small and medium enterprises found […]
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NSW CID calls for action on funding
NSW Council for Intellectual Disability has concerns for future funding of disability advocacy groups. CID senior advocate, Jim Simpson said NSW Government plans to cut funding will “silence the voice […]
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NDIS rollout schedule will not be met
NDIS timetable for participant intake will be delayed, according to a Productivity Commission report. Governments must start planning now for a changed timetable, including working through the financial implications. To […]
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‘New’ age trends keep seniors at home
A website to help older people with home modification solutions has been launched. The number of ageing Australians is increasing rapidly with 4.5 million now over the age of 60, representing nearly 20 per cent of the population.