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New data projects “unconscionable” closure of disability services
A mass exodus of disability providers is on the horizon, as rising costs make it virtually impossible for many to continue their services,

Jonathan Shar
Jul 31, 20232 min read
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Dementia Australia acknowledges Wally Lewis AM for speaking out on probable CTE diagnosis
Dementia Australia acknowledges former Rugby League player, Wally Lewis AM, and his family for speaking out publicly about his probable...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 31, 20232 min read
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1 in 2 young people stressed about loneliness & mental health impacts according to ReachOut
Today, on International Day of Friendship, youth mental health organisation ReachOut has released a new report about the impacts of loneli

Jonathan Shar
Jul 30, 20232 min read
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Third and final phase of IPC Classification Code Review consultation goes live
• Code Review Team chair urges Paralympic Movement to make their voice heard in this ‘critical’ phase • Second draft of the Code and new...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 28, 20234 min read
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Shut Up! Popular foodie to raise awareness of motor neurone disease
Renowned food and travel journalist and presenter, Sofia Levin, has been announced as the new ambassador for MND Victoria’s The Shut Up!...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 28, 20233 min read
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National Forum seeks to end cruel inhumane and degrading treatment of people with disability in dete
The Committee for the Convention Against Torture (CAT) has observed that Australia detains young people and adults who have disability...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 27, 20233 min read
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World Para Ice Hockey to hold 2023 WPIH Skills Development Camp in Bangkok
World Para Ice Hockey (WPIH) will hold the 2023 WPIH Skills Development Camp presented by Citi from 28 to 30 July in Bangkok, Thailand...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 27, 20232 min read
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Level the playing field: AllPlay Footy helps children with disability thrive in community football
A partnership between Monash University and the Australian Football League (AFL) is helping make community football fit for all...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 27, 20233 min read
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The 2023 STEPS Grand Winter Ball: Uniting for a Brighter Future for Young Adults with Disabilities a
The annual STEPS Grand Winter Ball is set to dazzle once again, bringing together the community for an unforgettable evening in support...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 26, 20232 min read
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Days are numbered for Restrictive Practices
PWDA welcomes today’s release of the Disability Royal Commission’s Research Report on eliminating restrictive practices. As a disability...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 25, 20232 min read
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Working from home has worked for people with disability. The back-to-the-office push could wind back

Jonathan Shar
Jul 25, 20230 min read
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Delivering a new accessible facility for people with disability in the ACT
The Albanese Labor Government is working with the ACT Government to deliver on its commitment for more specialised disability toilet facilit

Australian Disability
Jul 24, 20232 min read
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First wellbeing framework an important step forward: ACOSS
ACOSS has welcomed the release of the inaugural national wellbeing framework, while urging the government to expand its scope to examine pov

Australian Council of Social Services
Jul 21, 20231 min read
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GeneEQUAL: a model of inclusive health care for people with intellectual disability
Receiving genetic health care can be a challenging, isolating experience for many people with intellectual disability. Meet the UNSW...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 19, 20235 min read
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'It won't stop people going without food and essential medication': ACOSS to front CALC
People relying on social security deserve more than $2.85 extra a day, ACOSS will tell a Senate inquiry examining the slated increases to

Australian Council of Social Services
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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Crosswords and chess may help more than socialising in avoiding dementia
Computer use, crosswords and games like chess are more strongly associated with older people avoiding dementia than knitting, painting...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 15, 20233 min read
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Rebranding Disability: Redefining Representation in Advertising and Marketing
Since it began in 1954, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has been the definitive benchmark that drives progress,...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 13, 20236 min read
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ACOSS welcomes Robodebt Royal Commission's report
ACOSS welcomes the Robodebt Royal Commission’s report today and urges the government to implement the recommendations in full. ACOSS CEO...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 8, 20232 min read
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Connecting NDIS participants and providers through new grants
The Albanese Government will invest $4.4 million in grants to support the development of resources to deliver better outcomes for ...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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Release of the Disability Employment Services Quality Framework
The views and experiences of people with disability will for the first time be at the forefront of how Disability Employment Services ...

Jonathan Shar
Jul 6, 20232 min read
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