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Over 100,000 NDIS participants are affected by ‘scheme growth’
Concerns about overspending of NDIS plan funding have been raised as this could affect Australian taxpayers Read more
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Up to 151,000 Australians could benefit from these specialised clinics — are you one?
Could opening more of these clinics reduce the strain on Australian’s healthcare system? Read more
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How new Federal Budget allocations could help almost a quarter of Australians with disability
How could the new Federal Budget affect you as a student with disability? Read more
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Multiple disability advocates left disappointed by 2024–’25 Federal Budget
The 2025 Federal Budget has now been released but some disability advocates say more funding should have been allocated... Read more
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What experts are focusing on ahead of the 2024–’25 Federal Budget
How mental health organisations are calling for greater budget allocations in the 2025 Federal Budget Read more
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Funding for Specialist Disability Accommodation is unused by thousands of NDIS participants
A new report highlights how building standards could make accommodation more accessible for people with disability Read more
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What to expect from the new Federal Budget as a person with disability
How recommended budget allocations could benefit the lives of people with disability Read more
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Sixty percent of young Australians with disability reported online abuse
Could an increase in cyberbullying put your child at risk? Read more
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Could vaccinations reduce your risk of mortality as a person with disability?
Minister announces new vaccination support for people with disability Read more
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How your next shopping trip could support people with disability
Guide Dogs take time and money to raise, but it has never been easier to show support. Read more