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<p>The recent crackdown on ‘dodgy’ NDIS providers could improve the quality of disability support for NDIS participants. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 4 months ago by Georgie Waters

Named and shamed: NDIS Commission releases list of banned providers

NDIS Minister Bill Shorten highlighted that the ‘stronger approach’ of banning orders could improve the... Read more

Conditions Government NDIS
<p>Women from Diversity Models Agency recently premiered a new fashion brand of adaptable clothing at a disability expo in Melbourne. [Source: Diversity Models; Warwick Marcakis]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

New disability-friendly clothing dominates Victorian expo

An adaptive clothing brand could change the game for women with disability Read more

Accessibility Conditions Health and Wellbeing
<p>Making Halloween accessible is easier with help from the Disability Support Guide. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

Alternative ideas to make this Halloween sensory-friendly

Making Halloween more accessible for everyone just got easier with these alternative and fun Halloween activities Read more

Accessibility Autism Conditions
<p>Sasha wears these headphones during a standard hearing assessment. [Source: Lions Hearing Clinic]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

Free hearing tests offer hope for people in New South Wales

Why is Australian cricketer and coach, Justin Langer, encouraging Aussies to get their hearing tested? Read more

Accessibility Health and Wellbeing NDIS
<p>The National Disability Insurance Agency Taskforce has identified more ‘dodgy’ providers, but how will this affect how NDIS participants receive support? [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

NDIA Taskforce takes NDIS fraudsters to court

The National Disability Insurance Agency is tackling NDIS fraudsters, but how will this impact NDIS participants? Read more

Government Health and Wellbeing NDIS
<p>Although the Paralympics allow athletes with disability to perform at world-class levels, other benefits are becoming apparent. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

One in three Aussies talked more about disability since the Paralympics

Australians are talking more about disability after watching these events Read more

Accessibility Conditions Health and Wellbeing
<p>The NDIS support guide updates are intended to create more clarity around funding, but disability advocates have raised concerns. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

The NDIA offers clarity amidst concern from disability advocates

Although the new NDIS support guideline updates are expected to provide clarity, some disability advocates are concerned... Read more

Accessibility Health and Wellbeing NDIS
<p>Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made comments about Tourette syndrome while insulting the Shadow Treasurer on Tuesday. [Source: Wirestock Creators; Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

Tourette syndrome advocate calls Prime Minister Albanese’s apology ‘hollow’

How are disability advocates reacting to the Prime Minister’s recent remark in Parliament? Read more

Conditions Government Mental Health
<p>Researchers suggest that maintaining strong friendships improves happiness. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

World Mental Health Day coincides with the release of a happiness study affecting one in five young Aussies with disability

World Mental Health Day highlights the importance of looking after yourself and others, with researchers highlighting... Read more

Conditions Health and Wellbeing Mental Health
<p>The National Disability Insurance Scheme supports eligible Australians with disability and the guidelines have recently been updated. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>
Posted 5 months ago by Georgie Waters

NDIS Minister Shorten bans sex work in NDIS support update

Updates to the National Disability Insurance Scheme support guidelines, effective from October 3, 2024, have raised... Read more

Accessibility Government NDIS