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Government bolsters commitment to autism
Hundreds of babies aged nine to 14-months with early signs of autism will have a better chance of appropriate developmental supports, with

Jonathan Shar
May 18, 20232 min read
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Disability Support Pension Impairment TableReview provide ongoing support for People with Disability
The Albanese Labor Government has ensured continued support for people living with disability through the successful delivery of the Socia

Jonathan Shar
Mar 3, 20232 min read
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People with Disability Australia at 2023 Sydney World Pride!
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) join Sydney’s World Pride 2023 celebrations which launch this Friday 17 February.

People with Disability Australia
Feb 16, 20232 min read
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Report recommends leave entitlements to stem NDIS workforce exodus
A new report has found extending leave entitlements to all NDIS workers would help stem a looming workforce exodus in the disability suppo

Jonathan Shar
Feb 13, 20233 min read
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TfNSW explores frictionless ticketing technology for People With Disability
Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) is evaluating emerging frictionless ticketing technology to make travelling on public transport eas

Jonathan Shar
Feb 13, 20233 min read
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TASKFORCE TARGETS ALLEGED NDIS FRAUD
Three men will face court over fraud-related offences against the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), following the execution of

Jonathan Shar
Feb 8, 20232 min read
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LOOKING FOR YOUR PAW-FECT PARTNER THIS PALENTINE'S DAY?
February is the month of all things love, and what greater show of love is there than helping Seeing Eye Dogs find caring homes.

Jonathan Shar
Feb 7, 20231 min read
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AUSSIES TAKE A HIKE FOR MENTAL HEALTH
As Australia continues to re-open post pandemic, Australians of various ages and fitness levels are flocking to Victoria’s Mornington Peni

Lifeline Australia
Feb 6, 20233 min read
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Adelaide Fringe Launches Disability Access and Inclusion Plan
After significant consultation, research and planning Adelaide Fringe are pleased to announce the launch and implementation of the organisat

Jonathan Shar
Jan 31, 20232 min read
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'Even if I get to the top of the waiting list, I can't afford mental health care'
Results from the SANE Bridging the Gaps Survey shows Federal Government forum must listen to people who live with complex mental illness.

Jonathan Shar
Jan 30, 20233 min read
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The Y NSW making swimming lessons more accessible for young people with a disability
THE Y NSW & RAINBOW CLUB MAKING SWIMMING LESSONS MORE ACCESSIBLE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITY

Jonathan Shar
Jan 30, 20233 min read
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The Disability Sector and Australian Businesses Rally Behind Paralympics Australian
The National Disability Leadership Organisation (NDLO), a not for profit, national service, Developing Australian Communities, along with h

Jonathan Shar
Jan 20, 20232 min read
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People Under 65yo with a Disability Still Need Key Services to Leave Hospital and Avoid Aged Care
“Access Lifecare is an allied health organisation making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities in Canberra, Queensland and N

Jonathan Shar
Jan 20, 20233 min read
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Newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy improves chances of walking and quality of life: study
Testing in the newborn period is more effective than conventional clinical diagnosis pathways for improving health outcomes in infants wit

Jonathan Shar
Jan 19, 20234 min read
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Tammy Milne details COVID-19 experience to Disability Royal Commission
A woman with a disability spent four days without a support worker during the height of the coronavirus lockdown in North-West Tasmania...

Jonathan Shar
Dec 31, 20222 min read
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Accessible Skills Assessments Uncovering Hidden Talent
In October the National Skills Commission reported that Australia is facing chronic skills shortages with nearly a third of all...

Jonathan Shar
Nov 30, 20223 min read
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NDIS – We want you to be heard
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Review is putting people with disability back at the centre of the NDIS.

Jonathan Shar
Nov 24, 20222 min read
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Can a universal basic income help address homelessness?
An alternative approach to welfare could replace policies that are failing to address homelessness.
UNSW
Nov 18, 20224 min read
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Loneliness - a symptom or a cause of mental ill-health
Lived Experience Australia (LEA) has recently undertaken a study to understand the experience of loneliness for those affected by mental...

Jonathan Shar
Nov 18, 20222 min read
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Robodebt Royal Commission must deliver answers, accountability, and protections
ACOSS welcomes the announcement of the Robodebt Royal Commission today as an important step to getting answers, accountability, and...

Jonathan Shar
Aug 25, 20221 min read
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