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<p>Applications for the program are now open [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

Hop write to it … applications for Write-ability Fellowships open!

An award winning program supporting the skills and development of writers with disability in Victoria is fielding... Read more

<p>The Cora Barclay Centre will join forces with national children’s charity, Can:Do 4Kids [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

NDIS issues cause Australia’s oldest service provider to merge

The oldest service providers for children who are deaf or hearing impaired in the country and state of South Australia... Read more

<p>Josiah College will educate both primary and high school-aged children with programs designed for children who find mainstream schooling too difficult [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

Autism-friendly school provides safe environment for students

A school dedicated to teaching students with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has opened its doors in Queensland. Read more

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<p>The PWDA float at the 2018 Mardi Gras Parade [Source: PWDA]</p>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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 &#8216;priority&#8217; courses will arm the social services industry with highly qualified and skilled workers [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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>
Posted 6 years ago by Nicole Pope

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

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