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Approximately 2% of the Australian population lives with intellectual disability. They experience inequities in accessing healthcare and poorer health outcomes compared to their peers without intellectual disability. To improve health…
Bus Stop Films’ Accessible Filmmaking Program provides hands-on training in filmmaking to people living with disabilities in Tasmania. As part of a 40-week program, participants recently spent a day on-set…
This collection contains fact sheets, frequently asked questions and flowcharts about the Medicare services available for complex neurodevelopmental conditions and eligible disabilities.
THEY Inclusion Services has long been at the heart of disability support in Victoria, delivering person-centred programs that empower individuals and build strong community connections. With a proud history of…
From 3 October 2025, participants, nominees and plan managers need to submit claims within 2 years of a support’s start date. Before this change, there was no time limit. This…
Variety Heart Scholarships support Victorian children with a demonstrated talent who are living with a disability, chronic illness, or financial hardship to reach the next stage of development. Applications for…
On 2 September 2025, the Minister for Health and Ageing, the Hon Mark Butler MP, referred an inquiry into the Thriving Kids initiative to the House Standing Committee on Health,…
Parent Pathways is a free, voluntary Australian Government service that provides personalised assistance and financial support to eligible parents and carers as they work towards their personal, study or work…
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? We are thrilled to offer you an exceptional opportunity to build a meaningful career with…
When Minister Mark Butler announced at National Press Club on 20th August plans to create a new early intervention program called Thriving Kids (TK), it was both a surprise (even…
A University of Sydney study has found 60 per cent of people living with a disability don’t have an emergency plan. Researchers say people with disabilities need to be included…
The early years of the COVID-19pandemic were hard for most people, but they hit people with disabilities especially hard. Research across a variety of disciplines has documented disproportionate negative impacts
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