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![<p>The Senate Select Committee has released a report of recommendations to tackle the cost of living in Australia, but are people with disability being left behind? [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/foodtight1911.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Would you benefit from the nine cost-of-living report recommendations?
Disability advocates have raised concerns about a new report on cost-of-living — why? Read more
![<p>Diversity Council Australian members include Lisa Annese, Sam Mostyn and Sunita Gloster who met recently at Admiralty House. [Source: Diversity Council Australia; supplied] </p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/councilreps1811.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Australia’s most inclusive employers: who made the list?
A list of inclusive employers could help Australians with disability engage in meaningful work in supportive... Read more
![<p>People with disability may experience hate speech, but under current laws in Victoria, they are not protected. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/sadwoman1211.jpg?fm=pjpg)
People With Disability Australia is ‘disappointed’ with Victoria’s proposed hate speech penalties
Proposed changes to hate speech laws in Victoria could improve protection for people with disability, but some... Read more
![<p>Recently released data highlights how Australia’s Disability Strategy is helping more people with disability find employment. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/smilewheelchair1111.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Some Aussies are more likely to gain supported employment than others
What is the most commonly reported disability for people in supported employment? Read more
![<p>Heading to the beach on a hot day is common in Australia, but some factors may make it harder for people with disability to enjoy these outdoor activities. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/beachwheelchair0511.jpg?fm=pjpg)
People with disability miss out because of inaccessible bathrooms near Aussie beaches
Why are some people with disability unable to spend time enjoying Australia beaches? Read more
![<p>The recent crackdown on ‘dodgy’ NDIS providers could improve the quality of disability support for NDIS participants. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/wheelchairwoman0411.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Named and shamed: NDIS Commission releases list of banned providers
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten highlighted that the ‘stronger approach’ of banning orders could improve the... Read more
![<p>Women from Diversity Models Agency recently premiered a new fashion brand of adaptable clothing at a disability expo in Melbourne. [Source: Diversity Models; Warwick Marcakis]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/diversitymodels29101.jpg?fm=pjpg)
New disability-friendly clothing dominates Victorian expo
An adaptive clothing brand could change the game for women with disability Read more
![<p>Making Halloween accessible is easier with help from the Disability Support Guide. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/halloweenkids2810.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Alternative ideas to make this Halloween sensory-friendly
Making Halloween more accessible for everyone just got easier with these alternative and fun Halloween activities Read more
![<p>Sasha wears these headphones during a standard hearing assessment. [Source: Lions Hearing Clinic]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/hearingtest2310.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Free hearing tests offer hope for people in New South Wales
Why is Australian cricketer and coach, Justin Langer, encouraging Aussies to get their hearing tested? Read more
![<p>The National Disability Insurance Agency Taskforce has identified more ‘dodgy’ providers, but how will this affect how NDIS participants receive support? [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/couplechair2210.jpg?fm=pjpg)
NDIA Taskforce takes NDIS fraudsters to court
The National Disability Insurance Agency is tackling NDIS fraudsters, but how will this impact NDIS participants? Read more