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Can I change my NDIS service provider?
The NDIS will fund supports that are ‘reasonable and necessary’ to help a participant reach their goals, participate... Read more
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NDIS plan management vs self-management
Regardless of the option you choose, consider your confidence level, capacity and the type of experience you wish to... Read more
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How to use NDIS funding for transport
Transport should never be a barrier to living your life the way you want. Read more
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What are the five most common disabilities in Australia?
Disability is incredibly prevalent in Australia, but these conditions are common in every part of the continent and... Read more
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The top four career paths for people with disability
Depending on your disability and the impact it has on your life, certain kinds of work might stand out to you more than... Read more
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The parent’s guide to disability: society and inclusion
Learn how to advocate for your child and deliver a better future for them in society, teaching others about inclusion... Read more
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NDIS self-management and how Support Network may benefit you
Support networks can help us through difficult times, but Support Network can make the disability sector an easier... Read more
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Cyclone Alfred — what you need to know
The NSW Government is coordinating a multi-agency response to the cyclone, which has been forecast to significantly... Read more
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Can I lose my licence because of disability?
The guidelines in Australia take into account that your skills and abilities might change over time due to the onset of... Read more
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Hearing aids are unlocking better relationships and careers for Australians
Hearing impairments that happen at birth are called ‘congenital’ hearing impairments and ‘acquired’ hearing... Read more