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<p>The upcoming Victoria State Budget for 2023 – 2024 is set to be delivered on Tuesday May 23, amidst uncertainty over whether a four-year funding plan for respite care will continue or be cut off. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Fears of vital funding cuts in Victoria State Budget

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<p>Image caption: Research suggests that boys are, on average, four times more likely to have autism than girls. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

New research finds strong gender differences in autism

New research reveals that under-detection of ASD in girls may be partly driven by differences in how symptoms appear... Read more

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<p>Amidst growing trends in project-based, digital or contract work, a new report from the McKell Institute highlights a growing need for portable training and leave (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Australian Services Union calls for portable leave for NDIS contract staff

A new report from the McKell Institute, commissioned by the Australian Services Union (ASU), suggests a growing need to... Read more

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<p>Double Donation Days this May will offer up to five figures of support courtesy of Beyond Bank (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

How you can help twice as many people with disabilities in sports

If you’re looking to help people with disabilities in Australia get active and stay fit, the Double Donation Day might... Read more

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<p>Randstad operates in 38 countries worldwide, but the state of Victoria is a key point of interest, as seen in the new partnership (Source: Postmodern Studio via Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Victorian Government set to benefit from neurodivergent staff in new partnership

Global recruitment leader and HR services firm Randstad has teamed up with Xceptional to provide greater employment... Read more

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<p>Hearing devices can be transformative in the lives of people who are deaf or hard of hearing, but they can be a nuisance on the field and Colgate’s looking to change that. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Hear Gear wants to hear from Australians living with a hearing impairment

Whether it’s the whistle blowing or using sound cues to make the next move, Hear Gear helps athletes with hearing... Read more

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<p>Elmo&#8217;s calming presence and well-trained behaviour make him a valuable asset in assisting passengers and promoting inclusivity at the airport (source: Emma Clark)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by Emma Clark

How one Australian airport is supporting hidden disabilities in the cutest way

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<p>Cultivate Food and Beverage is going to help the homeless and offer people with disability the chance to upskill and enter the workforce (source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Bedford joins Partners in Performance for disability employment

Following the announcement of a $45 million dollar facility, Bedford Group has partnered with global consultancy firm,... Read more

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<p>Image caption: Living with a disability is not a one-size-fits-all situation and providers are looking for change in the lives of people like Jason. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

Home Care Nurses Australia calls for Federal disability awareness campaign

Disability support service providers and people with disabilities have encouraged increased education to combat... Read more

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<p>Ahead of the May 9 2023 – 2024 Federal Budget, funding for disability accommodation in SA seems uncertain. (Source: Shutterstock)</p>
Posted 1 year ago by David McManus

South Australia faces disability accommodation crisis

Emma Hocking, Chief Executive Officer of SDA Smart Homes says that the proposed crackdown will be welcomed, but funding... Read more

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