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Where to access disability support as a veteran

For ex-service personnel disability support can be provided by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) or the... Read more

ME/CFS and the NDIS – what you need to know

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) can have significant impacts on people’s lives and it’s... Read more

How can people with intellectual disability get voting support?

People with intellectual disability have the right to vote, the same as every other Australian, and sometimes support is... Read more

What is the disability employment strategy?

The latest disability employment strategy for Australia, Employ My Ability, aims to create inclusive workplace cultures... Read more

Voluntary assisted dying – what you need to know

If you have a terminal illness there are now laws around how you can get help to die on your own terms, when you choose... Read more

Tips for accessing mental health treatment plans

Mental health treatment plans can help you to address worry, stress, sadness and potential crises in your life before... Read more

How does disability support work in the justice system?

People come into contact with the criminal justice system for many different reasons and often need support during their... Read more

How are employment services changing?

Changes will soon be made to Australian Government employment services, including where job seekers access information... Read more

Accessing disability support without NDIS funding

Only about 10 percent of Australians with disability are actually National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)... Read more

What you need to know this tax time

30 June marks the end of the financial year, which means tax returns will soon be due. Read more

What does the Primary Health Care Ten-Year Plan mean for you?

Changes are coming to the primary health care system as part of the latest plan for health reform, and these changes... Read more

Australia’s Disability Strategy – what it means for you

A new vision has been created to replace the National Disability Strategy 2010-2020, which will affect the lives of all... Read more

How does recent inflation impact you?

As Australia is beginning to feel the effects of inflation, you will likely see an increase in daily expenses. Read more

Access and rights for people with vision impairment

A recent complaint to the Australian Human Rights Commission has brought up the issue of Government processes not always... Read more

What is the Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) Program?

The Disability Support for Older Australians (DSOA) Program is a closed scheme that provides care and services to people... Read more