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![<p>The PWDA float at the 2018 Mardi Gras Parade [Source: PWDA]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Mardi-Gras.jpg?fm=pjpg)
People with Disability Australia recognised at Sydney Mardi Gras Awards
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) have taken home two accolades at the 2018 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras... Read more
![<p>My Rights QLD is accessible from a phone, tablet or computer. [Source: Shutterstock, myrightsqld.com.au]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/TD-queensland-online-resource.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Online resource launched to help Queenslanders understand their rights
A new online resource presented in partnership with Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA) and Legal Aid... Read more
![<p>The Budget announcement has provided some much-needed peace of mind for people with disability and their families. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/9-MAY-budget.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Federal Budget’s disability funding commitments warmly welcomed
Last night’s 2018-19 Federal Budget announcement has highlighted Government initiatives and funding allocations across... Read more
![<p>The projects will specifically support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, individuals living in remote regions and culturally and linguistically diverse populations [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/7-MAY-INCLUSIVE.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Government funds projects targeting hard-to-reach communities
A significant funding grant by the Federal Government will help the nation become more inclusive for people with... Read more
![<p>The 317 page report by the National Institute of Labour Studies gave insight into NDIS participant experience [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/7-MAY-REPORT.jpg?fm=pjpg)
University study shines light on NDIS consumer feedback
A new report by the National Institute of Labour Studies (NILS), at South Australia’s Flinders University has found... Read more
![<p>A promise of free TAFE training for Victorians over 30 ‘priority’ courses will arm the social services industry with highly qualified and skilled workers [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/shutterstock_225178372.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Victorian Government recognises importance of social services
The Victorian Government has announced a new initiative that will improve the social service industry, by growing the... Read more
![<p>The award was established in Stella’s name to recognise her important achievements [Source: Arts Access Victoria]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/Stella-Young-RESIZED.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Legacy of Stella Young acknowledged through arts award
An inaugural award named after the late Stella Young will recognise young Australian artists with disability. Read more
![<p>Serco Citizens Services Pty Ltd (Serco) will operate the NDIA call centre out of Melbourne and regional Victoria over the next two years, commencing next month. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/4-MAY-TD-call-centre.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Advocates call for hang-up on new NDIA call centre contract
Concerns have begun to arise following an announcement by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) that it has... Read more
![<p>The Christie Centre team enjoying the Keys To Success – Self Advocacy Training in Mildura [Source: VALID]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/3-MAY-keys-to-success-1.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Program aimed at empowerment, a success in Mildura
A Victorian program is helping people living with disability take control of their lives. Read more
Concerns after Medicare levy increase to fund NDIS scrapped
An announcement by the Turnbull Government to scrap the Medicare levy increase used to fund the National Disability... Read more